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CRIM 212 - Use of Force, Defensive Tactics, and Firearms Qualification


PREREQUISITES: Program Chair Approval
PROGRAM: Criminal Justice
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 4
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022

 Use of Force, Defensive Tactics, and Firearms Qualification

Provides hands on training in the use of various forms of force in the performance of police duties in the field.  Students will receive instruction in the use of physical force, use of chemical agents, use of firearms, and defensive tactics.  Students will also receive live firearms operation instruction and live-fire qualification testing.  The firearms instruction/qualification may occur using a simulator. 

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

1. Demonstrate the proper use of chemical agents to control subjects.

2. Demonstrate defensive tactics techniques.

3. Pass the physical assessment examination.

4. Demonstrate the safe use of firearms.

5. Complete a qualification course with a firearm on a live range or by using a simulator.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

COURSE CONTENT:  Topical areas of study include-

Pepper Spray                                       Mace

Tear gas                                               Firearms use and safety

Baton/Expandable baton use              Tasers

Mechanical restraint equipment          Physical fitness

Defensive techniques                          Offensive techniques

Marksmanship                                     Smoke diversion

 
GRADING POLICY
 

CRIM

Grading Scale

Letter Grade

Percentage

A

90%-100%

B

80%-89%

C

70%-79%

D

60%-69%

F

<60%


Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)