Police and Society

Catalog description

Emphasizing the concept that each human being is unique, this course is an in-depth study of the police role in the community. Police-initiated programs directed toward improving intergroup relations are examined and discussed along with selected issues confronting the police and the public they serve. Maximizing the degree of police/community cooperation and interaction is the primary objective. Prerequisite: SOC 101. Three lecture hours per week.Gen. Ed. Competencies Met: Multicultural and Social Perspectives.