This course presents the responsibilities, techniques and methods of police patrol. It meets the objectives required by the California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training. Field trips may be required. Formerly AJ 7. This course stresses the fundamentals of criminal investigation, e.g., collection and preservation of evidence, scientific aids.
Heavy emphasis is placed on crime scene sketching and fingerprint analysis.
A brief history of criminal investigation precedes main course of instruction. CSU, credit limitations - see counselor. CAN AJ 8. 3 hours laboratory weekly Students enrolled in this course will learn and discuss the legal, ethical and moral use of firearms. Students will learn and practice basic pistol and revolver marksmanship fundamentals and basic police combat shooting skills.