CCJS 216 - Police Operations

(R only)

Operational services; patrol, including analysis and distribution of the force; criminal investigation; intelligence and vice units; juvenile units; traffic administration. In-service law enforcement personnel may substitute this course for CCJS 201. PREREQUISITE(S): CCJS 110 and CCJS 201 for preservice students, or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly CJ 216.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Define police operations and what they include
Comprehend the importance of the police mission and prepare a mission statement
Describe the complexity of communication problems law enforcement officials face
Summarize patrol responsibilities
Compare/contrast the kinds of patrol and determine advantages and disadvantages of each
Identify the official sources for crime statistics
Develop departmental policies

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