CRMJ 2045 - 1
J. Ludikhuize
Northern Wyoming Community College District
This course is an in-depth study of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, their characteristics and structure and their role in society. This course begins with a historical look at the development of police organizations in the United States. It continues with a study of the modern police force including selection and training of officers, patrol functions, conducting investigations within a constitutional framework, use of specialized units to combat crime and community-oriented policing. Students analyze police use of force as well as ethical decision-making and apply that knowledge to current issues facing the police profession.
Fall 2026
03/31/2026 - 08/23/2026
08/24/2026 - 12/11/2026
Online - Asynchronous
Delivered completely online over the Internet without face-to-face meeting requirements or required meeting times from the instructor. Access to course materials will require login. (ASYNCHRONOUS)
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