Experiential learning

Course Outcomes

Source of Learning

Learning Statements

   Identify the characteristics that distinguish criminal law from civil law

   Explain the criteria by which crimes are classified

   Examine the overlapping dynamics of state and federal jurisdiction

   Describe the elements that constitute a criminal act.

   Differentiate between crimes against property, crimes against persons, and crimes against public order

   Demonstrate college-level communication through the composition of original materials in Standard American English

   Identify the ethical issues within the field of Criminal Justice.

  Indiana State Police Law Enforcement Academy                                   (Criminal Law) (Date)

United States Marine Corps College of Distance Education and Training (Military Law) (Date)

  United States Marine Corps College of Distance Education and Training     (Law Enforcement History-Lessons Learned) (Date)

     Discern the criminal or civil nature of complaints to ensure the appropriate enforcement action was taken by the principal government agency.

     Distinguished crimes committed based on their severity, legal classification, and for investigative and prosecutorial purposes.    

     Administered the application of federal, state, and local laws throughout my daily duties.

     Utilized the jurisdictional overlaps of state and federal statutes to ensure the most efficient application of the law.

     Mitigated legislative issues by avoiding and or exploiting federal law where applicable in state and federal court proceedings.

     Examined the elements of each crime investigated and determined the criminal or non-criminal nature of each element while ensuring the correct application of the criminal justice system.  

     Distinguished criminal acts committed based on the alleged item, victim, or venue for investigative and prosecutorial purposes.

     Developed detailed reports and various forms of documentation to support criminal investigations to be utilized in official criminal court proceedings.

     Evaluated the ethical standing and potential negative outcome of personal and professional actions throughout the course of my daily duties.

     Ensured compliance with department guidelines relating to ethics.

     Counseled junior officers on potential unethical behavior.