10504182Disturbance Resolution Theory
Course Information
Description
Explores disturbance resolution (also commonly known as use of force) theories in the US Criminal Justice System to include Wisconsin use of force legislation, policies, procedures, and de-escalation concepts and practices. Course also includes public perception and ethical considerations. Corresponding disturbance resolution case law will be explored. Disturbance resolution best practices will be analyzed across the criminal justice system to include corrections, the courts, and policing. 
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Describe disturbance resolution theories (also known as use of force) in the US Criminal Justice System
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Examine factors that affect UOF situations
    Study the need for UOF in law enforcement, corrections and private security
    Analyze differences between local, state, federal and international UOF practices
    Discuss differences between police, corrections and private security

  2. Analyze Wisconsin use of force legislation, supporting concepts, and terms
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Cite Wisconsin Administrative Code, state statutes, and/or manuals supporting the legislation
    Compare and contrast state and federal legal mandates
    Interpret legal decisions
    Critique case law

  3. Analyze use of force (UOF) policies from local, state, and federal agencies
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Examine the need for Law Enforcement Agencies to have a UOF Policy
    Study policy development strategies and corresponding officer and agency protection
    Describe how policies are implemented and their impact on officers and the community

  4. Analyze the science behind UOF and interpret statistical data
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Examine studies on UOF
    Analyze data on UOF incidents (State and FBI)
    Analyze comparative statistics
    Discuss effectiveness of studies on UOF

  5. Assess public perception and ethical considerations around the use of force
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam and/or Test
    Written Product
    Group Project
    Criteria
    Explain how law enforcement interacts with the media
    Discuss body worn cameras and how they have aided law enforcement and public perception
    Compare ethical vs non-ethical officers and UOF incidents
    Discuss public scrutiny over UOF

  6. Compare UOF to the use of less lethal force
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Examine the need for less lethal
    Study technology behind different options
    Compare the effectiveness of different options
    Consider public perception of less lethal

  7. Examine the impact of deadly force and officer involved deaths/shootings on the community
    Assessment Strategies
    Exam and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Define deadly UOF
    Justify the use of deadly UOF
    Review incidents and what led up to the deadly encounter
    Examine incidents of officers killed in the line of duty
    Analyze impact on individual officer mental health and well being

  8. Analyze UOF in corrections
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Examine the need for UOF in corrections
    Compare the differences between police and corrections UOF
    Analyze possible risks correctional officers may encounter
    Examine different techniques and technologies used in corrections

  9. Describe the impact of de-escalation
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Identify fundamentals of de-escalation
    Examine active listening skill and concepts
    Study the impact of emotions on behavior
    Examine the impact of verbalization and other measures when verbalization is not effective

  10. Analyze UOF reviews
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Study the need for UOF reviews
    Examine the impact of reviews on officers and the public
    Discuss how to conduct UOF reviews and document

  11. Correlate UOF training to the impact or outcome of UOF incidents
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz and/or Test
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Describe report writing for UOF incidents
    Justify the need for UOF reviews
    Examine the impact of reviews on officer and public
    Discuss UOF review strategies and corresponding documentation

  12. Assess the need for special teams for police and corrections
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Assess the need for SWAT, riot control (police and corrections), high risk entries, and fugitive apprehension squads
    Compare officers/civilians injured or killed in the line of duty with deployment or non-deployment of special teams
    Analyze public perception and mis-conceptions of special teams
    Identify criteria for deployment and special training