SRJC Course Outlines

3/28/2024 1:42:13 PMAJ 203A Course Outline as of Spring 2019

New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  AJ 203ATitle:  RANGER ACADEMY INTRO  
Full Title:  Ranger Academy Orientation
Last Reviewed:10/8/2018

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum.25Lecture Scheduled05 max.Lecture Scheduled0
Minimum.25Lab Scheduled4.001 min.Lab Scheduled20.00
 Contact DHR0 Contact DHR0
 Contact Total4.00 Contact Total20.00
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  0.00Total Student Learning Hours: 20.00 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:
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Orientation to Basic Law Enforcement Training program accredited by the Federal Government to certify graduates for employment in National Parks and/or Regional and County Parks.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Concurrent Enrollment in AJ 203B


Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100

Limits on Enrollment:
Student must provide a medical clearance to participate in the academy physical conditioning program and physical performance tests. California residents must pass a criminal history check as outlined in California Penal Code 13511.5. Non-residents must also pass a criminal history check through their home states or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Students must possess a valid driver's license.

Schedule of Classes Information
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Orientation to Basic Law Enforcement Training program accredited by the Federal Government to certify graduates for employment in National Parks and/or Regional and County Parks.
(Grade Only)

Prerequisites:Concurrent Enrollment in AJ 203B
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:Student must provide a medical clearance to participate in the academy physical conditioning program and physical performance tests. California residents must pass a criminal history check as outlined in California Penal Code 13511.5. Non-residents must also pass a criminal history check through their home states or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Students must possess a valid driver's license.
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
UC Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course



COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1.  Identify the structure, content and success factors related to AJ 203B, including orientation on
    syllabus, facilities, equipment, preparation, and employment.

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Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the syllabus and preparation required for AJ 203B.
2. Possess the knowledge of Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) law enforcement labs,
    equipment, and safety.
3. Describe the history of the Seasonal Law Enforcement labs, equipment, and safety.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of Park Ranger career opportunities and challenges.

Topics and Scope
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I.   PSTC Facilities and Safety
II.  History and Context of Ranger Training
III. Topical Break-Down of AJ 203B Syllabus      
    A. Legal, behavioral science
    B. Enforcement operations
    C. Patrol procedures
    D. Firearms
    E. Driving
    F. Physical techniques and fitness
    G. Testing
IV. Employment Opportunities

Assignments:
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1. Orientation quiz
2. Mandatory attendance and participation

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.Writing
0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because this course includes essay exams that fulfil the writing component of the course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.Problem Solving
0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.Skill Demonstrations
0 - 0%
None
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.Exams
50 - 50%
Quiz
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.Other Category
50 - 50%
Mandatory attendance and participation


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Instructor prepared materials

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