Chabot College
October 1996
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Administration of Justice 92
RESERVE MODULE B, PART I: ROLE OF THE BACKUP OFFICER
Catalog Description:
92 - Reserve Module B, Part I: Role of the Backup Officer
3 units
Elements involved in backing up another officer. Professional orientation; communications; criminal law; traffic stops; custody issues; patrol. Designed to meet part of Module B
for the Level II Reserve Peace Officer. Certified by the California Commission on Peace
Officer Standards and Training. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course, the student should be able to:
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list the former and the revised requirements of PC 832;
understand the difference between values and ethics and the application of ethical
conduct;
list the principal parts of PC 836 and 837;
understand the application of the laws of evidence;
explain the methods of arrest;
understand the primary techniques of investigation and good written and verbal
communication.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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explain the role of telecommunications in law enforcement;
describe the history and principles of law enforcement;
identify various law enforcement professions and their role in the justice system;
identify current legal issues for police officers;
direct and control traffic;
assist in booking procedures;
learn custody procedures;
know patrol procedures.
Course Content:
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Professional Orientation
A.
History and Principles of Law Enforcement
B.
Law Enforcement Profession
Communications
A.
Report Writing Mechanics
B.
Report Writing Application
C.
Uses of the Telephone/Radio/Telecommunications
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Criminal Law
A.
Theft Law
B.
Burglary Law
C.
Receiving Stolen Property Law
D.
Malicious Mischief Law
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Assault/Battery Law
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Assault With Deadly Weapon Law
G.
Mayhem Law
H.
Crimes Against Public Peace Law
Traffic
A.
Initial Violator Contact
B.
License Identification
C.
Traffic Stop Hazards
D.
Issuing Citations and Warnings
E.
Traffic Direction
Custody
A.
Custody
B.
Custody Procedures
C.
Prisoners Rights and Responsibilities
Patrol Procedures
A.
Patrol Concepts
B.
Perception Techniques
C.
Observation Techniques
D.
Beat Familiarization
E.
Problem Area Patrol Techniques
F.
Patrol Hazards
G.
Pedestrian Approach
H.
Vehicle Pullover Techniques
I.
Miscellaneous Vehicle Stops
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Felony/High Risk Pullover
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Wants and Warrants
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Tactical Consideration/Crimes in Progress
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Officer Survival
N.
Hazardous Occurrences
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture and discussion
Actual demonstration
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Attendance
Actual demonstration and performance
Final examination
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Textbook(s):
No textbook required.
Special Student Materials:
None.
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REVISED: 10/96