Canadian Criminal Justice
PFP101
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 48
This introductory course provides the student with an overview of the Canadian criminal justice system with a particular emphasis on the history, function, role, and organization of Canadian law enforcement services. The operation of the criminal justice system will be examined and analyzed in light of contemporary issues affecting the system. Each of the major components, from enforcement through the courts and correctional services, will be explored.
CRN# 21211
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $358.28 |
Psychology Introduction
PFP102
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
In order to understand ourselves and interact appropriately with others, we must first understand the basis for behaviour. The study of psychology provides you with an understanding of why people think and act as they do. It examines the scientific process of research, the human brain and the nervous system, sensation and perception, learning, memory and personality.
CRN# 21611, 21925, 21926, 21927
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Monthly | Indep | $321.62 |
Criminology
PFP201
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
This course provides an examination of various theoretical explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological perspectives. Criminology theory is applicable to various types of criminal activity. The reality of crime in Canada including victimology is examined through crime statistics, as are the correlations of criminal behaviour.
CRN# 21212
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $248.30 |
Interpersonal & Group Dynamics
PFP202
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
In this introductory level course designed for Police Foundations, students learn to apply knowledge from interpersonal relations and group dynamics to working in a team. Emphasis will be placed on utilizing effective communication skills with individuals and groups. Group cohesiveness and effective group decision making will be discussed.
CRN# 21564
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $339.95 |
Contemporary Social Problems
PFP203
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 48
In this course, current social science paradigms and theories will be analyzed. Topics such as crime, violence, abuse, social stratification, ageism and racism will be included. The course focus will be on how individual behaviours collectively create social issues.
CRN# 21213
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $358.28 |
First Nations Peoples
PFP207
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 36
This course will increase knowledge and awareness of important issues in the Aboriginal cultures of Canada. The legal status of Aboriginal People will be explored along with Aboriginal rights and self-determination. Other critical issues relating to land claims, justice and social services will be studied.
CRN# 21214
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $284.96 |
Criminal Code
PFP302
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course will introduce students to the most common Criminal Code offences. Offences against the person, property, weapons, and public order offences will be examined. Students will apply knowledge acquired in Criminal and Civil Law to be able to determine the facts and issues for the offences discussed.
CRN# 21324
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $321.62 |
Police Powers
PFP303
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course will examine pertinent sections of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and their impact on the Canadian criminal procedure. Citizen and police arrest and release authorities, police powers, search and seizure with and without warrant, police discretion, and implications will be discussed.
CRN# 20844
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $321.62 |
Interviewing & Investigations
PFP304
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 48
This course focuses on interviewing and investigation skills. Students develop the interviewing skills necessary to retrieve information from victims, witnesses and suspects. They also learn the basic steps of investigation, including the practical development of note-taking and observation skills.
CRN# 21215
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $358.28 |
Community Policing I
PFP306
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This course introduces students to theory and models of community policing and their applications. Problem-solving models and the role of alternative dispute resolution strategies will be examined. Community development and community involvement in dispute resolution, as well public relations and media relations, will be explored.
CRN# 20845
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $339.95 |
Traffic Management I and II
CEA938
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
In this course students will develop the knowledge, skills and ability to locate and apply sections of the Provincial Traffic Law. Students will practice locating topics in the Acts and Regulations, will master the definitions required to interpret traffic law, and will apply the law concerning Police Authorities, drivers’ licenses, permits, and rules of the road.
CRN# 21530
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $321.62 |
Provincial Offences
PFP401
Sessions: Indep; Hours: 48
In this course, students will interpret and apply provincial statutes. Topics studied will include arrest, search and seizure authorities, common offences, and the involvement of non-police agencies. Statutes examined will be: Provincial Offences Act, Mental Health Act, Tenant Protection Act, Trespass to Property Act, Liquor License Act, Coroners Act, Family Law Act, the Blind Persons’ Rights Act and Wild Life Conservation Act.
CRN# 20846
| Delivery | Campus | Day(s) | Start | Time | Fee |
| Online | Indep | Indep | Jan 15 | Indep | $358.28 |