CJS 2241 - Police Response and Human Behavior

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 3
Course Description: This course integrates the academic and applied aspects of the basic peace function for a patrol officer.  Course topics include an in-depth examination of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to fulfill a peace officer’s duties, functions, and responsibilities.  Students explore vehicle stops, traffic enforcement, pedestrian checks, officer safety issues, and other duties as they relate to the basic function of a peace officer. This course requires completion of CJS 2081 , CJS 2085 , SOC 1033 , SOC 1080 , and SOC 2051  with grades of C or higher and CJS 1024  and ENGL 1024  with a grade of C or higher or be concurrently enrolled.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1024  with a grade of “C” or higher. CJS 1024 , CJS 2081 , CJS 2085 , SOC 1080 , SOC 1033 , SOC 2051  with grades of C or higher and instructor consent. 
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Drug laws
2. Predatory offenders
3. Domestic abuse
4. Victims’ rights
5. People with disabilities
6. Crisis response
7. Computer forensics
8. Terrorism
9. Mental Health Disorders

1. describe how law enforcement can respond effectively to various situations impacting human behavior, including those involving mental health, crises, and critical incidents.

2. explain the importance of professionalism, empathy, and respect in police interactions. 

3. demonstrate an understanding of ethical principles and their application in law enforcement, particularly in interactions with people experiencing mental health crises or in critical incidents. 

4. describe the role of law enforcement in de-escalation techniques, communication strategies, and crisis intervention. 

5. describe the influence of factors like stress, trauma, and cognitive limitations on behavior during police encounters. 
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None

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