Common Course Outline
Course discipline/number/title
POFC 2117: Minnesota Statutes
Catalog Description
| Credits | 3 |
|---|---|
| Hours/Week | 3 |
| Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) | ENGL 1117 |
| Other requirements | None |
| MnTC Goals (if any) | NA |
Course Description
This course deals with statutes that the new peace officer would most likely deal with during the course of their first years of employment.
Date Last Revised (Month, year)
February, 2023
Outline of Major Content Areas
- Criminal Statutes Key Definitions
- Sentences
- Homicide
- Inchoate Crimes
- Crimes Against the Person
- Theft
- Damage to Property
- Trespass
- Sex Crimes
- Drug and Alcohol laws
- Peace Officer duties
Learning Outcomes (General)
The student will be able to:
- Satisfy POST Learning Objectives.
- Explain the elements need to obtain a conviction.
- Explain the different levels of crimes.
Learning Outcomes (MnTC)
NA
Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning
Methods may include but are not limited to:
- Objective testing
- Essay testing
RCTC Core Outcome(s)
This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):
- Critical Thinking
- Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.
Special Information (if any)
None