Classes in jle

JLE 100 Basic Police Academy 22.0 units
Description: This 880 - 1240 variable unit course satisfies all minimum required training mandates governed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) entry level Peace Officers. The course includes fundamental principles, procedures and techniques of law enforcement, including: Criminal Law, Patrol procedures, Cultural Diversity, Investigative procedures, Report Writing, Defensive Tactics, Firearms, Leadership, Ethics, Community Relations, Police Vehicles Operations, Traffic Enforcement, Accident Investigation and First Aid/CPR. This course is open to those students who meet and satisfy entry requirements including written examination, physical fitness examination, DOJ fingerprint clearance, medical clearance and medical insurance. This course requires significant time commitments and outside course work including uniform preparation, homework assignments and equipment maintenance as well as mandated field trips as needed to cover all material.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate required competency as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training including firearms qualification, defensive tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operations, psychomotor testing and cognitive assessment on various learning domains.
2. Recognize crime elements, classifications and definitions involving crimes against persons and crimes against property.
3. Recognize a peace officers role and legal responsibility when conducting person stops including consensual encounters, search and seizure, as well as the protections provided by constitutional law, statutory law, and case law against unreasonable searches and seizures. detentions and arrests.
4. Demonstrate effective communication, both orally and writing, when constructing crime reports, testifying in court and presenting information to peers, superiors and the community.
5. Students will compare and respect the complexities of cultural diversity to develop skills necessary for identifying and responding to California’s changing communities.


JLE 102 Police Supervisor Course 2.0 units
Description: This course emphasizes the basic elements of supervision and how they may be applied to police work. Essentials of good leadership and understanding of the basic needs of human beings as well as ways to stimulate subordinates to better performance are the contents of the course. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JLE100 Basic Police Academy or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply roles as supervisors to clarify roles, norms, and expectations and determine when and how socialization has positively occurred
2. Given the DiSC® instrument, varied learning activities, facilitated class discussion, video clips and PowerPoint presentations, students will engage in various role-play scenarios and conduct assigned teachbacks to demonstrate greater internalization of the responsibilities of front-line supervision
3. Develop leader and follower problem-solving strategies and a plan for decision making and apply a systems approach to problem solving and decision-making.
4. Analyze the characteristics of an effective leader-counselor and identify and evaluate barriers to effective counseling while demonstrating safe strategies for counseling employees.


JLE 103 Supervisor Course Update 0.5 units
Description: Provides law enforcement and correctional supervisors to develop and refine their leadership skills. Students will review how to apply basic leadership knowledge, communication skills, team building, conflict management, legal responsibilities, stress management, workplace diversity, sexual harassment, performance skills, briefing skills, and situational decision-making in order to obtain the highest level of performance and accountability. This course will be updated regularly for currency according to POST and California Corrections Standard Authority. PREREQUISITE: POST certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course; rather they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Officer safety 2. Proper and safe tactical movement 3. Proper and safe arrest and control technique 4. Proper and safe ground fighting technique 5. Proper and safe handling and use of chemical weapons 6. Familiarity with Leadership, Professionalism and Ethics 7. Familiarity with Penal codes used in policing 8. Familiarity with Vehicle codes used in policing 9. Familiarity with Health and Safety codes used in policing 10. Familiarity with Welfare and Institution codes used in policing. 11. Effective verbal communication used in policing 12. Effective non-verbal communication used in policing 13. Familiarity with case law pertinent to policing 14. Proper CPR technique 15. Proper first aid technique

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will apply the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication skills, the art of listening and the process of information.
2. Describe methods of documenting employee’s performance and techniques of delivering feedback.
3. Evaluate conflict resolution skills and recognize the importance of applying them.


JLE 105 Correctional Officer Basic Academy 8.0 units
Description: This course is designed to meet the California Corrections Standard Authority (CSA) requirements for entry level training of Correctional Officers for adult institutions. The course includes lecture and practical application skills and knowledge including roles and responsibilities of the adult corrections officer, Title 15, Title 22, professionalism and ethics, and proper techniques to maintain the safety and security of inmates.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the major roles and responsibilities of the correctional officer.
2. Demonstrate proper security precautions and procedures used for maintaining security in a correctional institution.
3. Identify cultural influences of individuals as it can help correctional officers recognize and influence patterns of behavior and build more effective relationships between the community, inmates, and the department.
4. Demonstrate correctional setting report writing techniques focusing on content, organization and mechanics.
5. Identify the legal framework for a correctional officers use of reasonable force.
6. Demonstrate defensive tactics skills including: falling, control holds, take downs, and ground control techniques.


JLE 107 Basic Academy Requalification 4.0 units
Description: The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certifies this 144 hour course of training. It meets the content and hour requirement established by POST for re-qualification of former officers who have not been working as full time enforcement officers in California for a period exceeding three (3) years. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate required competency as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training including firearms qualification, defensive tactics and techniques and cognitive assessment on various learning domains .
2. Examine community policing and its effect on the community including leadership, department effectiveness, addressing crime and community problems and improving community relations.
3. Recognize elements, classifications and definitions involving crimes against persons and crimes against property.


JLE 110 CIT Academy 1.0 units
Description: This course will provide students with the proper techniques for safe and secure contact, detainment and transport of individuals with mental disorders (Welfare and Institution Code section 5150) to appropriate designated mental health facilities. This is a pass/no pass course. ADVISORY: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify different types of mental illness and behavioral manifestations related to those illnesses.
2. Identify the illness, but also the effects of medication, and treatment options that are available for discussed illnesses.
3. Demonstrate methods taught and use to increase officer's verbal skills to more effectively deal with persons in crisis.


JLE 111 Background Investigation 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to give students the skills necessary to become an accomplished Background Investigator. This course applies the fundamentals of background investigation, interviewing, the use of psychological screening, polygraphs, legal aspects of background investigation, and verbal/non-verbal communication. This course is certified by POST. PREREQUISITE: POST Certificate or Equivalent, Valid California Driver's License.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize and have the ability to follow state requirements and legal aspects of Background Investigation procedures.
2. Appraise, evaluate and compare investigative options.
3. Identify state and federal laws which regulate personal, financial, medical and work-related information.


JLE 112 Sexual Assault Investigations 1.0 units
Description: The course is a balance between a police officer's duties in handling sexual assault cases and being sensitive and aware of the victim's needs. Attention is given to the psychological as well as physical trauma a rape victim encounters. The legal aspects of the case will also be emphasized. This is a pass/no pass course. Prerequisite: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Compare and contrast the recognition, collection, and analysis of physical evidence associated with a sexual assault investigation.
2. Identify the Penal Codes associated with Sexual Assault on adults and sex with a minor.
3. Identify sexual offender typology and interrogation techniques.


JLE 114 Child Abuse Investigation 1.0 units
Description: An intensive study in causes, recognition, identification of abuse, neglect and sexual exploitation of children. Emphasis will be placed on laws, procedure of handling cases, effective interviewing/investigative techniques and action/referral. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: Basic Police Academy or equivalent; JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop techniques to provide a controlled, comfortable, monitored setting to conduct child interviews.
2. Complete a preliminary investigations on a mock child abuse case and identify and explain clues to abuse including photography, evidence, type of abuse.


JLE 115 Livestock Theft-Rural Crime 1.0 units
Description: This 40 hour course includes instruction on basic livestock theft investigation, breed and brand recognition, individual case studies, rural crime, criminal law, expert testimony, crop and commodity enforcement, livestock killings and slaughter, fish&game and enforcement. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 POST Certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state or regulatory licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Knowledge of techniques for collecting, packaging, and processing evidence. 2. Familiarity with the fundamental content elements common within all investigative reports. 3. Knowledge of drug categories and terminology 4. Familiarity with investigation techniques for property related crimes such as burglary, arson, trespassing, and vandalism. 5. Familiarity with the judicial process for criminal cases 6. Familiarity with Penal codes used in policing 7. Knowledge of the elements of a lawful arrest 8. Familiarity with the procedures for executing both a search warrant and a warrant-less search. 9. Knowledge of the elements of a tactical approach to a crime in progress.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to perform rural crime investigations and accurately collect and document evidence during classroom scenarios.


JLE 118 Field Training Officer 1.0 units
Description: This course will develop student proficiency in adult learning theory, evaluation and documentation, leadership, remedial training and other skills necessary to become a qualified Field Training Officer. This course meets minimum California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training requirements for Field Training Officers and follows the guidelines and standards under 832.3 of the Penal Code. (POST Certified) PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate of Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Create. prepare, evaluate procedures for probationary recruits.
2. Describe theprogram benefits of the FTO, Recruit and department/agency.
3. Demonstrate the ability to train recruits on the job in areas of knowledge and practical techniques of police work.


JLE 119 Field Training Officer Update 0.5 units
Description: This course provides students with updated information to include role and responsibility of the Field Training Officer, legislative and training updates, principles of learning, and standards of documentation and remediation. The course examines state-mandated update training required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). This course satisfies the State requirement for triennial certification of the FTO according to POST. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent, JLE 118 or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify principles of remedial training plans and training documentation.
2. Recognize the importance of ethics, leadership and professionalism and how they apply to the field training officer.
3. Develop a training plan that uses varied adult learning styles and communication techniques.


JLE 121 Advanced Officer Training 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to provide a mechanism whereby students may insure that the necessary new skills and those previously learned skills are maintained and reinforced. This course satisfies Advanced Officer Training requirements from the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). This is a pass/no pass course. Repetition of this course is necessary for a student to meet legally mandated training.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define priorities of law enforcement response to active shooter situations including immediate deployment, dynamic situations, incident transition and communication.
2. Identify legal and ethical requirements associated with pursuit driving including decision-making models, human dynamics, and prevention and termination strategies.
3. Apply all safety techniques when using police impact weapon.
4. Demonstrate proper CPR techniques for adults, infants, and children as well as the ability to use an AED in skills exam.
5. Identify the dangers of relying on stereotypes to form judgments or to determine actions.


JLE 122 Drug Investigation - 11550 H&S 0.5 units
Description: This course familiarizes the student with the most commonly abused controlled substances, their methods of abuse, and articulation of the signs and symptoms of persons under the influence of these substances. Emphasis on the California Health and Safety code. This is a pass/no pass course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify narcotics named in course content, methods and symptoms of use, and packaging of controlled substances.
2. Recognize the legal aspects, case law, search&seizure and probable cause associated with illegal narcotic cases.
3. Identify the current laws relating to detention and arrest as well as related search and seizure law.


JLE 124 Latent Print 0.5 units
Description: Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies have a continual need to ensure that their employees are properly trained to compare and identify latent palm and fingerprint impressions recovered from evidence. Furthermore, the students need to be trained concerning how to present expert testimony in a court of law. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies with also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Officer safety 2. Knowledge of preliminary investigation components 3. Familiarity with evidence preservation techniques 4. Familiarity with the total range of basic criminal investigative procedures 5. Familiarity with the basic steps for developing latent fingerprints 6. Knowledge of the general guidelines for collecting and processing physical evidence

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. 1. Demonstrate proficiency in finding, developing, recovering and documenting latent fingerprint evidence.


JLE 126 Advanced Latent Print 1.0 units
Description: This course prepares students to properly compare and identify partial latent palm and fingerprinting impressions recovered from evidence. The students will also learn how to present expert testimony in a court of law. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the basis for science of identification by friction ridge impressions.
2. Describe and illustrate the various friction ridge formations and ridge flows found on the fingers, thumbs, and d palm surface of the hand.
3. Identify and describe the"roadmaps"used to help locate and orientate the latent print impression for comparison to the known impression.
4. Explain the importance of and demonstrate the use of fingerprint charts to illustrate and identify to a jury.
5. Present expert testimony in a mock courtroom setting.


JLE 131 PC 832 - Firearms 0.5 units
Description: This course covers the legal requirements for carrying and using firearms. Participants are instructed in the safe handling of firearms and techniques of shooting. This course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). This is a pass/no pass PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 or Equivalent or Department of Justice Clearance (DOJ).

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe and demonstrate the proper care and cleaning of a firearm.
2. Demonstrate the POST minimum requirements for firearms training for peace officers in the State of California by completing the POST PC 832 Skills exam.


JLE 132 PC 832 - Laws of Arrest/Search & Seizure 1.0 units
Description: This 40 hour course curriculum covers professional orientation, laws of arrest, search, seizure, evidence, preliminary investigations, communications and arrest techniques. This course satisfies PC 832 requirements for entry level but does not include the firearms portion. This course may be offered as a component of Correctional Officer Core Course or as part of an 18 unit approved certificate for Reserve Police Officer.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the law enforcement profession, ethics and professionalism. What constitutes unethical behavior, the Administration of Justice components, the California Court system and discretionary decision making.
2. Define Criminal Law, the elements of a crime, types of intent, parties to a crime, criminal defenses, probable cause, obstruction of justice, Constitutional Rights Law, Laws of Arrest, and Use of Force.
3. Demonstrate interrogation techniques, the Miranda Rights and Waiver, preliminary investigation techniques, crime scene preservation, identification, collection and marking of evidence, preservation of evidence, and chain of custody.


JLE 135 Defensive Tactics Instructor 1.0 units
Description: This is a 40 - 80 variable unit course that meets the training requirements of The Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). It covers Control Techniques, Weapon Retention, Legal Issues, plus topics designed to provide training for currently employed law enforcement officials to become instructors in defensive tactics. This course may be replaced for new content, ongoing training or updating. This course is a pass/no pass course. Prerequisite: JLE 100 or equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proper safety procedures in use of force, defensive tactics, arrest and control techniques and verbal communication.
2. Demonstrate proper procedures for handcuffing, search techniques, control holds, takedowns and de-escalation techniques dealing with resistance from a suspect.
3. Review department's Use of Force policies, and state and federal laws for Use of Force.
4. Review proper teaching techniques and methodology to improve skills in developing lesson plans, course outlines, evaluation procedures and record keeping system. Administer a quiz you have developed regarding these skills.


JLE 136 Firearms Instructor Training 2.0 units
Description: Designed for the experienced firearms person who wants to qualify for rangemaster. Students must supply equipment and ammunition. The course is P.O.S.T. certified. This is a pass/no pass course. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree and/or certain certificate requirements. ADVISORY: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop a lesson plan and teach a unit of instruction.
2. List range safety rules and describe the basic techniques of shooting.
3. Demonstrate proper use of a handgun, rifle and shotgun on the range and apply all firearms principles learned in class to the range activities.
4. Verbally give commands running the range with dry and live fire.
5. Recognize and apply various adult learning strategies and utilize effective ways of training, teaching, and communicating.


JLE 140 Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) 2.0 units
Description: This Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) course is designed to provide the student with current tactics and techniques associated with planning, entries, searching, and evacuating in high risk police actions. Topics include tactical movements and entries, hostage situations, tactical assaults. Multi-weapon use, sniper tactics, combat tactics, and use of gas masks and other personal protective equipment. This is a pass/no pass course. Prerequisite: JLE 100 or possess POST basic training certificate to qualify for peace officer status.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. describe the importance of physical fitness to make arrests, manage high stress situations and prevent common police ailments
2. compare and contrast effective communication skills in combination with arrest and control techniques that will optimize performance and decision making during routine to the high risk situations, during high risk students will demonstrate proper technique and skill using the police baton, firearms, restraining devices
3. demonstrate tactical combat shooting techniques during live fire exercises.


JLE 140S Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) 2.0 units
Description: This Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) course is designed to provide the student with current tactics and techniques associated with room entries in high risk police actions. Topics include tactical movements ,entries, vehicle movement, and hostage handling. This is a pass/no pass course. Prerequisite: JLE 100 or possess POST basic training certificate to qualify for peace officer status.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. demonstrate proper technique and skill using control measures, voice commands, firearms, restraining devices..
2. compare and contrast effective communication skills in combination with room entries techniques that will optimize performance and decision making during routine to the high risk situations.


JLE 141 Investigation Core Course 2.0 units
Description: The 80 hour course is designed to improve the effectiveness of individual investigators through the use of a contemporary curriculum, and use of technology. Students will gain practical skills and knowledge necessary for today's rapidly changing world. Students are immersed in a learning environment that closely mirrors their real world. Role play, simulated crime scenarios, major case studies, all ensure an active and practical learning environment. PREREQUISITE: Basic Academy matriculation process OR employment with an approved agency. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Manage and reconstruct a crime scene
2. Organize and employ the skills involved in case management
3. Demonstrate the ability to work with victims and witnesses through the effective application of interviewing and interrogation techniques
4. Identify and access usefulsources of information
5. Validate their work through documentation and case presentation


JLE 142 Basic Police Academy Modular Level III 4.0 units
Description: This is a 164 hour course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hour requirements established by POST for Level III Reserve Police Officers. This course also includes mandated field trips to cover all the material. This course combined with current PC 832 certificate, Level I and Level II certificates meet the regular basic academy requirements. PREREQUISITE: Complete the Academy Application process including medical clearance, proof of medical insurance, DMV history and DOJ Firearms Clearance.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate principles of arrest methods, defensive tactics and discuss use of force and factors that can affect a peace officer’s safety.
2. Demonstrate the skills to accurately shoot a firearm, and vehicle operation techniques to POST standards, and describe environmental and physical conditions that can impact the effectiveness of a chemical agent.
3. Compose an investigative report describing the elements of a crime, collection of evidence, and supplemental information pertaining to the suspected criminal activity.


JLE 143 Basic Police Academy Modular, Level II 8.0 units
Description: This course is certified by the commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hour requirements established by POST for Level II Reserve Peace Officers. This course also includes mandated field trips to cover all the material.This course combined with Level I and Level III certificates meet the regular basic academy requirements. (280 hours) PREREQUISITE: Completion of POST Basic Police Academy Modular Level III course Completion of POST Level II course entry requirements Medical insurance Valid California drivers license DOJ clearance per Penal Code 13511.5

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply proper shooting techniques including daylight/night handgun use.
2. Analyze the role of law enforcement in society including ethics and leadership, community relations, persons with disabilities and community awareness.
3. Define and assess crime elements related to crimes against property and crimes against persons, evidence collection, and compose and evaluate investigative crime reports.
4. Select and demonstrate appropriate principles and procedures of use of force concepts and arrest and control techniques.


JLE 144 Basic Police Academy Modular, Level I 13.5 units
Description: This course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hour requirements established by POST for Level I Reserve Police Officers. This course also includes mandated field trips to cover all the material. This course combined with Level III and Level II certificates meets the regular basic academy requirements. (544 hours) PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of POST Level I course entry requirements; POST entry reading and writing exam; Academy physical agility test; Medical insurance; Valid California Drivers License; Medical exam clearance by a licensed physician; DOJ clearance per Penal Code 13511.5; BAM III, BAM II

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate required competency as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training including firearms qualification, defensive tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operations, psychomotor testing and cognitive assessment on various learning domains.
2. Recognize the importance of Leadership, Professionalism and Ethics and how they relate to the profession, the department, the officer, and the community.
3. Examine community policing and its effect on the community including department effectiveness, addressing crime, discrimination, and community problems and improving community relations.
4. Identify crime elements related crimes against persons, and crimes against property and write investigation reports weekly.
5. Recognize a peace officers role and legal responsibility when conducting person stops including consensual encounters, detentions and arrests.


JLE 150 Traffic Investigations 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed to provide students with necessary investigative skills which will enable them to properly conduct thorough preliminary and follow-up investigations of vehicular collisions. The course is structured to augment training in vehicle accident investigation which students have already received and to provide specialized, advanced training in more sophisticated concepts and techniques of vehicle collision investigation which are applicable to follow-up investigations. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent, Valid California Driver's License.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Effectively manage traffic collision scenes to ensure their safety, the safety of others and protect the integrity of the collision scene.
2. Identify side skid and acceleration skid marks.
3. Students will list the investigative procedures of a traffic collision and write comprehensive collision reports.


JLE 152 Skills and Knowledge 0.5 units
Description: This course offers in-service training curriculum, on an ongoing basis, for public safety personnel attending annual updates, re-certification or remediation, and assorted legal skills-related seminars mandated by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, the State Board of Corrections Standards in Training for Corrections and the Office of the State Fire Marshal on an ongoing basis. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Officer safety 2. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during tactical handgun shooting 3. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during shotgun shooting 4. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during AR15 shooting 5. Familiarity with techniques used to diffuse a crisis situation 6. Knowledge of victim interviewing techniques 7. Familiarity with sex offender registration conditions and requirements 8. Knowledge of the offenses that constitute taking temporary custody of a juvenile 9. Familiarity with report writing techniques 10. Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and control techniques 11. Familiarity with the components of vehicle pursuit 12. Familiarity with the use of reasonable force and the considerations to be taken regarding the use of deadly force 13. Familiarity with control holds and takedowns used while arresting a subject. 14. Knowledge of the appropriate areas on a subject's body that if struck with an impact weapon can be effective in gaining control. 15. Familiarity with the historical and current cultural composition of California 16. Familiarity with typical terrorist methods, motivations and tactics 17. Knowledge of the safety, isolation and notification procedures regarding hazardous materials

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Provide oral/written responses requiring analysis from handouts, lecture, case studies and other prompts.
2. Develop techniques and skills identified in course and effectively implement them during class exercises.
3. Observe and analyze the various components and information in the course modules.
4. Meet objectives specified by the Commission on Peace officer Standards and Training, or the State Board of Corrections-Standards in Training for Corrections, or the Office of the State Fire Marshall documents, which provide objectives and qualifications criteria appropriate to course content.


JLE 152S Skills and Knowledge 0.5 units
Description: This course offers in-service training curriculum, on an ongoing basis, for public safety personnel attending annual updates, re-certification or remediation, and assorted legal skills-related seminars mandated by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, the State Board of Corrections Standards in Training for Corrections and the Office of the State Fire Marshal on an ongoing basis. This is a pass/no pass course. ADVISORY: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Provide oral/written responses requiring analysis from handouts, lecture, case studies and other prompts.
2. Develop techniques and skills identified in course and effectively implement them during class exercises.
3. Identify/distinguish and correctly classify information according to appropriate modules.
4. Meet objectives specified by the Commission on Peace officer Standards and Training, or the State Board of Corrections-Standards in Training for Corrections, or the Office of the State Fire Marshall documents, which provide objectives and qualifications criteria appropriate to course content.


JLE 153 Traffic Collision Investigations Intermediate 2.0 units
Description: This course teaches the proper techniques for scene assessment, vehicle assessment, physical evidence, photography, definitions and terminology, and field and practical exercises in traffic collision investigations. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the four standard types of signage.
2. Identify road scars at a mock collision scene.
3. Demonstrate identifying proper location, damage match points, imprints, and recovery damage on scene of collision.


JLE 154 Instructor Development Techniques 0.5 units
Description: The goal of this course is to prepare the experienced law enforcement officer to be an effective instructor for his agency. The course focuses on principles of learning, the police officer as an adult learner, determining training needs, and defining instructional objectives. The student will become familiar with effective communication and teaching strategies and will make presentations using lesson plans, visual support materials, and contemporary teaching techniques. The contents of this course can be applied to the beginning or experienced instructor of law enforcement topics. This is normally conducted as a 40-hour course. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JLE100 Basic Police Academy

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Relate and apply three design questions to courses they currently teach.
2. Develop and implement a lesson plan design model that incorporates the techniques from this course.
3. Develop and implement a lesson plan design model that incorporates the techniques from this course.


JLE 155 Officer Safety, Field Tactics 0.5 units
Description: This course focuses on officer safety tactics and skills including basic field techniques of officer safety, defensive driving, firearms, arrest and control techniques and physical fitness. The course will examine contemporary and safe techniques, legal mandates and new laws relative to each topic. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 1. Commission on Police Officer Standards&Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. 2. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course; rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Familiarity with officer safety and survival 2. Familiarity with responding to crimes in progress 3. Knowledge of the elements of a lawful arrest 4. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during tactical handgun shooting 5. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during shotgun shooting 6. Familiarity with safe firearms handling and storage 7. Familiarity with the use of reasonable force and the considerations to be taken regarding the use of deadly force 8. Familiarity with search and seizure policies and procedures 9. Familiarity with tactical considerations for vehicle pullovers 10. Familiarity with indicators of gang involvement and gang related activity 11. Familiarity with evidence collection procedures 12. Familiarity with protocol for responding to an active shooter 13. Familiarity with arrest and control techniques 14. Familiarity with investigation techniques 15. Familiarity with tactical movement

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate safe and effective stakeout and undercover operation techniques, various personal and vehicle searches, and vehicle stops during class scenarios.
2. Demonstrate tactical firearm proficiency in combat shooting course.


JLE 155S Officer Safety/Field Tactics 0.5 units
Description: This course focuses on safety tactics and skills including basic field techniques of officer safety, defensive driving, firearms, arrest and control techniques and physical fitness. The course will examine contemporary and safe techniques, legal mandates and new laws relative to each topic.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate tactical handgun proficiency including: a. Weapons safety; b. Target acquisition; c. Speed, accuracy and effectiveness under stress and movement conditions; d. Shot placement: loading/unloading procedures and control.
2. Describe and demonstrate proper pain compliance, control holds, take down techniques and handcuffing techniques.
3. Demonstrate basic marksmanship proficiency to include combat firearms training and bull?s-eye qualification.
4. Assess officer safety issues while making the physical arrest.
5. Evaluate multiple ways to make safe and efficient vehicle stops.
6. Identify different officer safety issues as they relate to on-duty, off-duty, uniformed and plain clothes.


JLE 156 Homicide Investigation 2.0 units
Description: A course teaches students the highly specialized field of Homicide Investigation. It will cover the legal aspects of death investigation, homicide crime scene procedures, autopsy, psychological profiling, criminal psychology, laboratory work, gunshots, asphyxia, drowning, burning, cutting, and stabbing, and interviewing techniques. PREREQUISITE: Basic Police Academy or equivalent; JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Distinguish the role of the Medical Examiner/Coroner in a death investigation.
2. Compose an investigation report to include: different wound types, animal/insect, self-inflicted, the three characteristics of gunshots and the three types of sharp force wounds as well as the cause of death.
3. Compare the factors in determining time of death to include loss of body heat, rigor mortis, postmortem lividity, liver temperature, and environmental factors.


JLE 157 Firearms Update 0.5 units
Description: This 16-40 hour variable course will provide students with updated instruction on tactical firearms instruction and lethal force required by P.O.S.T. The course consists of hands-on practical skills training reviews for instructors. Emphasis is on safety, knowledge of weapons and manipulative skills training. PREREQUISITE: Completion of POST Basic Academy JLE 100 or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and provide instruction on the disassembly, reassembly and care and cleaning of firearm.
2. Demonstrate a minimum standard of tactical handgun proficiency with every technique, exercise, and POST course of fire.


JLE 158 Canine Update 0.5 units
Description: Students will learn basic and advanced techniques to properly develop K-9 performance and problem solving. The student will also learn the proper use of hard and soft sleeves, hidden sleeve, muzzle, and bite suit. The student will also learn safety techniques in working with Law Enforcement K-9s. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Officer safety 2. Proper and safe tactical movement 3. Proper and safe arrest and control techniques 4. Proper and safe ground fighting techniques 5. Proper and safe handling and use of chemical weapons 6. Proper and safe handling and use of nonlethal weapons 7. Familiarity with Penal codes used in policing 8. Familiarity with Vehicle codes used in policing 9. Familiarity with Health and Safety codes used in policing 10. Familiarity with Welfare and Institutions codes used in policing 11. Effective verbal communication used in policing 12. Familiarity with case law pertinent to policing 13. Proper CPR and First Aid Techniques

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. demonstrate proper use of signals to effectively communicate with the police dog
2. identify various types of equipment used in dog training.
3. demonstrate the various types of police K-9 bite work
4. Demonstrate knowledge in at least six types of scenarios where a police service dog follows direction from handler.


JLE 159 Traffic Collision Investigation - Advanced 2.0 units
Description: This course builds on the concepts learned in the basic and intermediate courses. The course examines in detail the human environmental and vehicle factors of a traffic collision. The concepts taught include: a review of algebra and physics, interviewing techniques, roadway and environmental factors, advanced methods for processing collision scenes and creating scale diagrams, vehicle damage assessments, lamp analysis, occupant restraints, basic vehicle dynamics and occupant kinematics. Determination of speed based on projectile motion, and methods of conducting time-distance studies. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: Basic POST Certificate or Equivalent. ADVISORY: JLE 150 Traffic Investigation

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Effectively evaluate the three factors of a collision event dictated by each collision event with complete measuring and diagramming.
2. Measure the roadway after an accident and determine through analysis of the data to make a report for court testimony and access and list information gained during a damage inspection, analyze different collision types and write inspection report, Including the Collision Investigation Report Procedures, Primary Collision Factors, Sketching , Collision Report Narrative, photography,


JLE 160 Human Trafficking Advanced Topics 0.5 units
Description: This 24-40 hour advanced course will provide the student with skills beyond the foundational ICI Human Trafficking course to enhance their abilities to conduct human trafficking investigations. Prerequisite: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate how to recognize recruitment and control of human trafficking victims in custody and the differences in investigative steps for in-custody and out-of-custody victims and suspects.
2. Demonstrate techniques and best practices for interviewing and working with victims of trauma.
3. Identify how to recognize recruitment and control of human trafficking victims in custody and the differences in investigative steps for in-custody and out-of-custody victims and suspects.
4. Demonstrate techniques and practices for interviewing trafficking suspects


JLE 162 Search Warrant Investigations 0.5 units
Description: The course will cover search warrant law and procedure, knock notice, affidavit preparation, problems of search warrant preparation, the actual preparation of a search warrant by each participant, knock and talk. In addition, the course will provide the knowledge, skills and tactics necessary to properly serve and execute a search warrant effectively and safely. The student will develop a sound operational plan for the execution of a search warrant. This is a pass/no pass course. ADVISORY: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop a sound operational plan, conduct a briefing and, serve a mock search warrant.
2. Complete the search warrant forms relating to an investigation.
3. Analyze and evaluate issues associated with the development of a search warrant and affidavit.
4. Prepare and apply a mock search warrant effectively and safely.
5. List and review all safety procedures and techniques/information needed to procure and serve a search warrant


JLE 163 Special Threats 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to give the student a heightened state of awareness, both on and off duty. This class explores the times that we can be most vulnerable, how to avoid deadly confrontations, accidents, and compromising situations while at the same time elevating awareness and maintaining vigilance. The students will be provided with various methods that they may choose to utilize in a variety of situations which will enhance their situational awareness. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Officer safety 2. Knowledge of lifetime fitness 3. Knowledge of techniques for stress management 4. Ability to recognize behavioral indicators specifically associated with developmental disabilities. 5. Knowledge of gang characteristics and crime trends. 6. Familiarity with the effects of drugs on the human body. 7. Knowledge of the areas of the body which require maximum protection 8. Familiarity with control holds and takedown techniques 9. Knowledge of tactical considerations when confronted by an armed subject. 10. Knowledge of basic ground control positions when controlling a subject. 11. Knowledge of the elements of a lawful arrest 12. Familiarity with public safety information sharing systems used in counterterrorism efforts. 13. Knowledge of the safe and effective use of chemical agents such as Oleoresin Capsicum, Chloroacetophenone, and Ortho-chlorobenzylidene-malononitrile 14. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during tactical handgun shooting 15. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during shotgun shooting 16. Ability to achieve a qualifying score during AR15 shooting 17. Familiarity with the use of reasonable force and the considerations to be taken regarding the use of deadly force 18. Familiarity with crowd diffusion techniques 19. Knowledge of the role of law enforcement at incidents involving explosive devices

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize potential threats against law enforcement and demonstrate a variety of techniques for safely handling these threats during classroom scenarios.
2. Identify and articulate the techniques of mental conditioning and the importance of mental conditioning in survival of critical incidents.


JLE 164 Crime Scene Investigation 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed for students who desire an introduction to the basic tasks and responsibilities of an Evidence Technician. Students will be provided with the basic knowledge and skills needed to identify, process, collect and preserve various types of physical evidence. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate crime scene management, elements for preparing to conduct a crime scene, responsibility, and safety issues and concern during mock crime scene investigations.
2. Demonstrate collection and preservation of impression, biological, firearms evidence, and latent print techniques and procedures during mock crime scene scenarios.


JLE 165 Philosophy of Leadership 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to assist the student in identifying leadership styles and in developing skills. Topics include: leadership inventory, personal vs. position power, personality types and how they relate to supervisory and leadership skills, positive self-talk, and the impact of good leadership on an organization. This is a pass/no pass course, .5 - 3 units, 16 - 120 hours. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 1. Commission on Police Officer Standards&Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing 2. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course; rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Leadership in Policing 2. Disability Laws 3. Cultural Diversity&Ethnicity

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify positive and negative aspects of leadership styles and how they impact others. Discuss how leaders in an organization can influence the organizational culture.
2. Demonstrate positive self-talk in a supervisory or leadership setting.
3. Explain how self-image controls performance.


JLE 166 Crime Scene and Forensic Photography 0.5 units
Description: This course provides the student with extensive knowledge and practical experience pertinent to crime scene and forensic photography of physical evidence, and latent prints found or developed on evidence. Equipment and procedures pertinent to crime scene and forensic photography and the detection and preservation of physical evidence will also be covered. Additional topics included in this course are: the proper selection of cameras, lenses, tripods, films, filters, specialized lighting techniques and high energy forensic lights. This is a pass/no pass course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate techniques for accurately photographing crime scenes, evidence, and witnesses.


JLE 175 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Academy 3.0 units
Description: This 120 hour Basic Course satisfies the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) minimum training requirements for entry level dispatchers. The course also prepares each student for the fundamental principles, procedures, techniques, and duties of a public safety dispatcher within the law enforcement agency including: Ethics and Professionalism, Criminal Justice System, Workplace Communication, Telephone Technology and Procedures, Missing Persons, Domestic Violence, Community Policing, Cultural Diversity, Law enforcement Technologies, Radio Technologies and Procedures, Critical Incidents, and an overview of many other aspects of public safety.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain how crimes are defined and classified; the difference between civil and criminal issues; different types of crimes; and an understanding of the dispatcher's liability and relationship to law.
2. Demonstrate a professional demeanor and ethical behavior and the ability to effectively communicate by displaying various techniques for handling callers and maintaining control of conversations.
3. Identify techniques for dealing with diversity issues; summarize what classifies a hate crime.
4. Identify various resource materials used in the Communications Center and demonstrate techniques for using maps and providing specific directions and the various telecommunications and radio technology systems and how they interact, while demonstrating techniques for handling the radio in a professional manner.
5. Demonstrate the ability to handle critical incident calls, summarize the mutual aid systems, and list resources available through mutual aid, Identify sources and symptoms of stress, and identify techniques for dealing with stressful situations.


JLE 176 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher - Update 1.0 units
Description: This variable unit course is designed to provide necessary and required continuing professional training to public safety dispatchers as required by The Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Students will learn radio procedures, radio systems, telephone procedures, legal updates and emergency dispatching techniques. PREREQUISTE: Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Academy or equivalent; JLE 175.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Examine and compare communication technology and how systems interact; Federal Communications Center guidelines for radio use; codes used by various agencies and the concept of clear text; techniques for handling the radio in a professional manner; and officer safety and response considerations for dispatching calls.
2. Demonstrate proper communication through use of the information gathering techniques such as the 5 W's (who, what, when, where, why) active listening, maintaining a professional demeanor, and giving effective advice to citizens while avoiding communication barriers.
3. Identifythe different types of missing persons and develop a clear understanding of the statutory requirements associated with response.


JLE 180 Law Enforcement Seminar 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to provide students that the necessary updates to skills and information required of police officers have been provided and those previously learned skills are maintained and reinforced. This course satisfies requirements from the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Modules will be combined to complete 16 - 80 hours annually. Repetition of this course is necessary for a student to meet legally mandated training.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify legislative changes and legal updates and department policies
2. Identify the common vulnerabilities and idiosyncratic triggers for suicidal and violent behavior can lead to improved intervention outcomes
3. Identify trends of drug abuse in today's youth.


JLE 185 Field Training Program 1.0 units
Description: The Field Training Program is designed to provide a training continuum which integrates the acquired knowledge and skills from the Regular Basic Police Academy with the practical application of law enforcement services. This 80-960 hour variable course is certified by Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent. Valid California Driver's License. Penal Code Section 13511.5 requires that each applicant for admission to the basic course of training certified by the Commission (including the P.C. 832 course) that includes the carrying and use of firearms, and who is not sponsored by a local or other law enforcement agency, or is not a peace officer employed by a state or local agency, department, or district, shall be required to submit written certification from the Department of Justice that the applicant has no criminal history background which would disqualify him or her, from owning, possessing, or having under his or her control a firearm.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to drive a patrol assignment in a safe, skillful, productive and professional manner.
2. Explain the proper utilization of city or county support services, agency special teams and units.
3. Apply the use of force policy in all confrontational situations.
4. Apply department procedures during vehicle stops and pedestrian interactions.
5. Apply theelements of a crime.


JLE 189 Community Service Officer 9.5 units
Description: This course provides basic training for Community Service Officers as well as incorporating PC832 Certification. The content includes all topics required for PC832 Laws of Arrest as well as: Juvenile Law, Haz Mat, Prop 115 certification, First Aid/CPR with extensive focus on traffic control, investigationsl, and report writing. Emphasis on practical application of skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define criminal law, the elements of a crime, types of intent, parties to a crime, criminal defenses, probable cause, obstruction of justice, Constitutional Rights law, laws of arrest, and use of force.
2. Describe the law enforcement profession, ethic and professionalism, what constitutes unethical behavior, the Administration of Justice components, the California court system, and discretionary decision making.
3. Demonstrate interrogation techniques, the Miranda Rights and waiver, preliminary investigation techniques, crime scene preservation, identification, collection and marking of evidence, preservation of evidence, chain of custody, etc.
4. Demonstrate the principles of weaponless defense, person search techniques, use of restraints.


JLE 201 Vice Investigations 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed for investigators responsible for handling crimes related to prostitution, human trafficking, and a variety of nuisance crimes (animal fighting, gambling, loitering, piracy, and lewd and lascivious acts.) Students in this course are exposed to a series of various scenarios; including ABC buy/ bust exercises, prostitution stings, undercover surveillance practicals, use of website searches for out-calls, etc. This course will also provide training on technology used to commit crimes (internet); technology available to solve crimes, the proper use of informants, legal considerations and ethical issues. Prerequisite: JLE100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the crime elements that constitute various types of human trafficking such as sexual and labor exploitation and demonstrate effective investigative strategies and evidence security through body wires, jail house telephone calls, video surveillance, and social media advertising.
2. Demonstrate the ability to select decoy and premise for minor decoy operation and ensure the safety of the decoy by establishing a rescue plan with law enforcement officers and equipping the decoy with body wires, video/audio recorders, and cover and contact teams.
3. Demonstrate the ability to organize and execute an under-cover operation including location, equipment, and use of informants, accurately document statements and problems that may be experienced with the informant such as: poor attendance, non-compliance, attempts to work with multiple agencies, and dishonesty as well as assess department risk both internally and externally.


JLE 202 Financial Crimes 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed for investigators responsible for a variety of financial crimes. This course provides investigators with specialized training handling crimes related to check and credit card fraud, real estate fraud, and a variety of internet scams. This course will also provide training on technology used to commit crimes and technology available to solve crimes. PREREQUISITE: Basic Police Academy; JLE 100.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the parts of a check and utilize this information in a check fraud investigation including obtaining information from financial institutions, determining criminal violations, and preparing evidence.
2. Identify law violations associated with real estate fraud and specific considerations regarding crimes against the elderly and dependent adults.
3. Identify crimes constituting identity theft and demonstrate the ability to obtain necessary information and evidence for financial crimes investigations cases, as well as techniques used to commit various types credit card fraud such as account takeovers, unauthorized transactions, and skimmed credit cards.


JLE 203 Robbery Investigations 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed to provide investigators with detailed instruction in the broad spectrum of robbery from commercial stores and banks, to street muggings, residential invasions, and the "shakedowns" of youth and adults. The learning opportunities involve the students in examining active cases, analyzing the elements and the evidence, and developing patterns that emerge during a robbery investigation. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent: JLE100.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to conduct an investigation of various forms of robbery including: bank robbery, home invasion, and estates robbery by using proper techniques for interview and interrogation, evidence collection, and accurate report writing.
2. Identify the techniques for thoroughly inspecting weapons as evidence in a robbery case including checking firearm registration, photo search of suspect holding weapon, Gun Shot Residue Test, etc.
3. Describe the crime elements that constitute a robbery including forcible removal of property, value of property, control of property and identify various forms of digital evidence such as phone records, email, GPS devices, and how to obtain and utilize the evidence in a robbery investigation.


JLE 204 Investigation Core 3.5 units
Description: The core course is designed to enhance the effectiveness of the individual criminal investigators skills in performing the multi-disciplined, multi-leveled tasks necessary to successfully conduct comprehensive criminal investigations. Instruction in this course is provided through a coordinated, experience-based adult learning approach which addresses crime scene management, interviewing and interrogation skills, search and seizure issues, search warrant preparation, surveillance techniques, case reporting, informant management, media relations, case reporting and courtroom testimony. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent. 80 hrs

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify evidence at a crime scene and demonstrate the proper techniques for handling, packaging and preserving physical evidence.
2. Demonstrate the ability to work with victims and witnesses through the effective application of interviewing and interrogation techniques.
3. Demonstrate the proper procedure to legally obtain a search warrant and identify the advantages of using search warrants in an investigation, such as the ability to make an arrest without an arrest warrant when serving a search warrant.
4. Identify various resources available for obtaining information including internet, non-internet, government and non-government resources.


JLE 205 Officer Involved Shooting and Death Investigation 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed for students who are assigned to investigate law enforcement involved critical incidents including officer-involved shootings, use of force incidents and in custody deaths. Topics covered throughout this course include understanding stakeholders, lawful and unlawful force, physiological and psychological changes (human factors), administrative and criminal investigations, legal considerations and courtroom testimony, crime scene reconstruction, video forensics, taser incidents, excited delirium related deaths, and contemporary critical incident case studies. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent; JLE100.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate effective crime scene management by collecting and documenting the involved officer's statement, physical evidence through photographs, scene sketches, written notes, and other weapon-specific information such as make, model, contents, and magazine count, while utilizing Peer Officers and performing a scene walk-through according to agency guidelines during class exercise.
2. Demonstrate techniques for effectively interviewing witnesses, suspects and officers involved in a shooting both at the crime scene and at the station.


JLE 206 Human Trafficking Investigation Course 2.0 units
Description: Students are taught that human trafficking is one of the most horrific crimes committed in our society today. It involves the recruitment, abduction, transport, sale, or receipt of persons,through force, coercion, fraud, or deception. In other words, human beings are being bought and sold, sometimes repeatedly, for profit. Students will learn about the California Trafficking Victims Protection Act was enacted in late 2005 by statute (Penal Code (PC) §13519.14) and required the Commission to prepare guidelines for law enforcement response to human trafficking. These guidelines are presented in a format that will allow the student to follow a systematic process when conducting human trafficking investigations. Pass/No Pass, Prerequisite Basic Police Academy or equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop specialized skills and knowledge necessary for investigators to collaboratively conduct effective investigations unique to human trafficking cases.


JLE 208 Interview and Interrogation 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to provide students with the skills they need when they enter interview and interrogation situations. This is a Pass/no Pass 24-40 hr. course

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Provide students with a workable plan to apply when completing interviews and interrogations.


JLE 209 Explorer Academy 2.0 units
Description: This course is designed to give students basic knowledge of policing, digital safety, gang awareness, vehicle operations, team building, criminal justice system,, crime scene evidence collection, use of force, special operations, crisis negotiations, firearms, and first aid and CPR.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Discuss and identify subjects of the criminal justice system, crimes against persons, gangs, firearms, report writing and CPR and first aid for the pro rescuer.
2. Demonstrate how to properly use a firearm, use of control holds, vehicle stops via simulators, traffic control and traffic control.
3. Identify basic criminal investigation procedures used in order to make the appropriate decisions regarding the identification and preservation of physical evidence at the scene of a crime.


JLE 210 Active Shooter Response Training 0.5 units
Description: This course will provide students with a background on active shooter situations along with policies and procedures for responding to various active shooter emergencies. This course is POST certified.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate effective communication and response actions as part of a contact team or rescue task force during simulated active shooter emergencies.


JLE 212 De-Escalation and Tactical Decision Making 0.5 units
Description: This course is to deliver and develop decision-making and cognitive skills that focus on de-escalation, gaining voluntary compliance, rapport building, sense making, officer safety, trust building, persuasive tactics, priorities and other cognitive strategies that enhance policing methodologies. Prerequisite: JLE 100 Basic Police Academy

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Improve the decision-making skills of novice police officers within a Guardian mindset in situations characterized by ambiguity, uncertainty, unpredictability, changeability, time-pressure, competing/changing goals, and potential danger.


JLE 213 Field Training Program 1.0 units
Description: The Field Training Program is designed to provide a training continuum which integrates the acquired knowledge and skills from the Basic Police Academy with the practical application of law enforcement services. Topics include: vehicle operations, report writing, use of force, arrest and control, investigation techniques, evidence collection and preservation, and use of telecommunication systems. This course is certified by Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Employ driving techniques on a patrol assignment in a safe, skillful, productive and professional manner. 
2. Identify agency use of force policy and demonstrate appropriate arrest and control techniques.
3. Identify the procedure for conducting a lawful traffic investigation.
4. Compose a clear, detailed, and accurate police report. 
5. Identify information systems/ telecommunication systems utilized by law enforcement.
6. Demonstrate techniques and procedures for evidence collection and preservation.


JLE 214 Counselor Officer Training 0.5 units
Description: Provides the training for Gang, Homicide, Counselors specializing in officer positions. Includes expectations, legal issues, child development, programs, youth development, safety and emergency procedures, active shooter and evacuations. The training ranges from active listening and behavioral management to lecture and case scenarios. Training complies with POST, American Association Standards for Counselors and ADA. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent; JLE100.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and distinguish among the job duties, communication styles and differentiate among the five essential practices of leadership.
2. Demonstrate child interview techniques presented in class during scenarios.
3. Identify and compare the basic concepts of human development, emotional and psychological maturity of children, gang affiliation signs, and gang membership signs.
4. Identify and compare the basic concepts of human development, emotional and psychological maturity of children, gang affiliation signs and gang membership signs.
5. Demonstrate appropriate response during an Active Shooter Scenario and demonstrate the ability to respond appropriately to various scenarios involving homicide suspects, gang members, victims, criminals, etc. .


JLE 215 Tactical Patrol Rifle Instructor's Course 1.0 units
Description: This course will give students the skills and knowledge necessary to teach a tactical patrol rifle course. Topics include: Safety, gun handling and ballistics, instructor development, communication and presentation skills, adult learning styles, lesson planning, and firing exercises. Prerequisite: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Create and present lesson plans relating to the tactical patrol rifle, including gun safety, ballistics, marksmanship fundamentals and firing exercises.


JLE 220 Crisis Intervention Team Training 0.5 units
Description: This course teaches students to identify and appropriately respond to individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. This is a pass/no pass course. Prerequisite JLE 100 or equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Improve understanding, judgment, safety and the ability to identify and respond to individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders.


JLE 221 Search Warrant Investigations 0.5 units
Description: The course will cover search warrant law and procedure, knock notice, affidavit preparation, problems of search warrant preparation, the actual preparation of a search warrant by each participant, knock and talk. In addition, the course will provide the knowledge, skills and tactics necessary to properly serve and execute a search warrant effectively and safely. The student will develop a sound operational plan for the execution of a search warrant. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop a sound operational plan, conduct a briefing and, serve a mock search warrant.
2. Analyze and evaluate issues associated with the development of a search warrant and affidavit.


JLE 232 Child Advocacy 0.5 units
Description: This course will provide students with specific skills and knowledge required in order to work effectively with children and families. Topics will include communication techniques, interviewing skills, child well-being, substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, and child advocacy. pass/no pass

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop communication skills for working with children and families and identify potentially harmful environments to which children may be subjected and appropriate actions to be taken.


JLE 233 Field Training Program-SAC 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed for students entering the Field Training Program as supervisors and/or managers. It emphasizes techniques for the proper selection, training and supervision of FTO's. It meets the training requirements for effective management of the Field Training Program required by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Pass/No Pass Prerequisite: JLE 100.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop supervision and leadership skills needed to effectively manage an agency's field training program, provide ongoing constructive feedback and timely evaluations, and incorporate the field training program into the mission, goals, and operation of the agency.


JLE 236 Firearms Instructor Training 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed to provide the necessary training for the experienced firearms person who wants to qualify for rangemaster. Students must supply equipment and ammunition. The course is P.O.S.T. certified. This is a pass/no pass course. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree and/or certain certificate requirements. ADVISORY: JLE 100

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop a lesson plan and teach a unit of instruction.
2. List range safety rules and describe the basic techniques of shooting.
3. Demonstrate proper use of a handgun, rifle and shotgun on the range and apply all firearms principles learned in class to the range activities.
4. Verbally give commands running the range with dry and live fire.
5. Recognize and apply various adult learning strategies and utilize effective ways of training, teaching, and communicating.


JLE 240 SWAT Update 0.5 units
Description: This Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) update course is designed to provide the student with current tactics and techniques associated with planning, entries, searching, and evacuating in high risk police actions. Topics include tactical movements and entries, hostage situations, tactical assaults. Multi-weapon use, sniper tactics, combat tactics. This is a pass/no pass course. 24-40 hours Lab / .5 unit

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate tactical combat shooting techniques during live fire exercises
2. Select appropriate communications and skills techniques on entry, officer down and hostage recovery simulations.


JLE 244 Basic Police Academy Modular, Level I 13.5 units
Description: This course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hour requirements established by POST for Level I Reserve Police Officers. This course combined with Level III and Level II certificates meets the regular basic academy requirements. (544 hours) PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of POST Level I course entry requirements; POST entry reading and writing exam; Academy physical agility test; Medical insurance; Valid California Drivers License; Medical exam clearance by a licensed physician; DOJ clearance per Penal Code 13511.5; BAM III, BAM II

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate required competency as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training including firearms qualification, defensive tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operations, psychomotor testing and cognitive assessment on various learning domains.
2. Recognize the importance of Leadership, Professionalism and Ethics and how they relate to the profession, the department, the officer, and the community.
3. Identify howthe U.S. Constitution applies to the actions and conduct of peace officers.
4. Examine community policing and its effect on the community including department effectiveness, addressing crime and community problems and improving community relations.
5. Identify the impact of crime on direct and indirect victims including emotion reactions, physical reactions, resource and referral support and police perception.
6. Recognize elements, classifications and definitions involving crimesagainst persons and crimes against property.
7. Describe when a minor may be taken into custody for violations of law, truancy, runaway and neglect, and the requirements for peace officers when dealing with minors in these situations.
8. Identify crimes related to narcotic and alcohol use and recognize physical symptoms of influence.
9. Recognize a peace officers role and legal responsibility when conducting person stops including consensual encounters, detentions and arrests.
10. Use effective communication, both orally and writing, when constructing crime reports, testifying in court and presenting information to peers, superiors andthe community.


JLE 256 Patrol Rifle Operator 0.5 units
Description: This course will provide students with the information and hands-on experience needed to effectively use a Rifle during patrol assignments. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100 or Completion of Basic Police Academy.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the hands-on skills needed to effectively use a Rifle.


JLE 270 Law Enforcement Report Writing Update 0.5 units
Description: This course will update attendees in current procedures for created solid police reports and the vital role in the day-to-day functioning of an agency or institution. The facts and actions in reports will include attest to your profession, provide data for statistical studies, help justify an arrest or disciplinary action, testify that you are following legal guidelines and provide vital clues in cases. PREREQUISITE: JLE 100; Basic Police Academy

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will identify properly written police reports making sure they have been written with accuracy, objectivity and include a step-by-step account of the events that occurred, and details about the people and places involved.


JLE 301 Dispatch Radio Communications 5.0 units
Description: In this course students will dispatch and receive various calls for service and must use professional demeanor, utilize proper radio procedure, apply effective interview techniques, gather and document relevant information, maintain control of the conversation, effectively communicate with diverse people, and rely information in a timely manner to the proper source. PREREQUISITE: POST Dispatch Certificate or Equivalent; JLE175.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify procedures, guidelines and liability considerations for advising citizens of actions to take under the following emergency and non-emergency circumstances including Crime incidents, Traffic incidents, Medical incidents, Fire incidents, Hazardous materials (HazMat) incidents, Evacuations
2. Identify and list dispatching times and dispatch format on priority 1 type calls.
3. Student will become proficient in the 911 dispatching system.


JLE 302 Counselor Officer Training 0.5 units
Description: Provides the training for Gang, Homicide, Counselors specializing in officer positions. Includes expectations, legal issues, child development, programs, youth development, safety and emergency procedures, active shooter and evacuations. The training ranges from active listening and behavioral management to lecture and case scenarios. Training complies with POST, American Association Standards for Counselors and ADA. PREREQUISITE: POST Basic Certificate or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and distinguish among the job duties, types of leadership, communication styles.
2. Demonstrate child interview techniques presented in class during scenarios.
3. Differentiate among the five essential practices of leadership.
4. Develop and enhance public speaking style, including tailoring the presentation to the audience.
5. Identify and compare the basic concepts of human development, emotional and psychological maturity of children, gang affiliation signs, and gang membership signs.
6. Assess and evaluate safety procedures during scenarios, assemble at a safe distance and designate a scene commander during class exercise.
7. Identify and compare the basic concepts of human development, emotional and psychological maturity of children, gang affiliation signs and gang membership signs.
8. Demonstrate appropriate response during an Active Shooter Scenario.