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CRIM 221 - Introduction to Policing
This course explores modern Canadian policing. It covers the history and evolution of policing in Canada, the role of police in society, and the nature of the policing profession, including aspects of recruitment and training. The course also addresses police decision-making, the use of discretion, police powers, and accountability frameworks. *Prerequisite: CRIM 101 or JS 100; or completion of 15 credit hours; or permission of the Department Head.* Note: Students may receive credit for one of CRIM 221 or JS 341. 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture, Examination Criminology Department Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate Graduate

CRIM 221 - Introduction to Policing

This course explores modern Canadian policing. It covers the history and evolution of policing in Canada, the role of police in society, and the nature of the policing profession, including aspects of recruitment and training. The course also addresses police decision-making, the use of discretion, police powers, and accountability frameworks. ***Prerequisite: CRIM 101 or JS 100; or completion of 15 credit hours; or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CRIM 221 or JS 341.*
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Lecture, Examination

Criminology Department

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:
Undergraduate
Graduate

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