WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Criminal Justice 260B
Course Description and Outline |
CRJ 260B: 911 Dispatch Emergency Telecommunicator Academy
| Credits |
12 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Criminal Justice
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| Academic Division |
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service |
| Prerequisites |
4 hour sit-in in Dispatch Center (prior to class start date) |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
| Programs of Study |
This course can be found in the following programs of study:
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2007-2008 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Focuses on the skills needed to become a dispatcher with law enforcement agencies, fire centers, trucking firms, taxicab companies, etc. During the 12-credit semester-long course, students will be required to spend 44 hours job shadowing dispatchers, fire fighters and law enforcement officers. They will attend law classes, build their communication and typing skills, and participate in practical scenarios. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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In keeping with the mission and purpose of this college, successful completion of this course will provide the student with an overview of the established fundamentals of criminal investigations. |
| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
Communication:
College-level writing skills
College-level reading skills
Oral communication Skills
Analysis:
Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate critical thinking skills.
Through scenario-based evaluation, demonstrate problem solving skills
Personal Development:
Work well with others
Engage in meaningful self-assessment
Understand the importance of ethics.
Demonstrate knowledge of computers and telecommunication technologies in public service.
Community Commitment:
Understand the importance of cultural and ethnic diversity in public service.
Understand basic principle and processes of governmental entities. |
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