CRJ 463 - Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce the basic investigative practices related to traffic collisions as well as to explain the initial actions to be taken at an accident scene including traffic direction and control. This course addresses the basic elements of the first responding police officer?s role and the safe practices related to being the first responder to a hazardous materials incident. The importance of written communication skills in the information-gathering process, preliminary investigation, field note taking, documentation of the crime scene or arrests, and articulation regarding the use of force and official police report writing are emphasized. NOTE: This course is restricted to students in the Criminal Justice Program who are enrolled in and successfully complete the corresponding content units in ATC120/Police Academy.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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