LAWE2280 Defensive Tactics - replaced by LAWE2281 Summer 2023

This course will include instruction in the areas of Defensive Tactics and Active Shooter Response.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Admission into the Law Enforcement Program

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirementsand evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Apply escalation and de-escalation tactics and procedures in the use of force continuum
Describe use of elements of deadly force by peace officers
Demonstrate the ability to write factual, concise reports
Show proper three point search position
Practice procedures for confronting suspects and placing him/her under control or arrest
Demonstrate proper verbal articulations in a variety of control based scenarios
Demonstrate the ability to deal with various reactions of violators
Employ proper tactics in dealing with suspects possessing weapons
Demonstrate weapon retention techniques
Demonstrate weapon disarming techniques
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize missions during active shooter situations
Demonstrate tactics necessary for active shooter situations

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities.  If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process. 
Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2477
Eden Prairie Campus – 952-995-1544

Campus

Brooklyn Park Campus:  952-995-1300

Credit Details

lecture:

0

lab:

2