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Park Ranger Training ProgramNorthern Arizona
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Park Ranger Training ProgramNorthern Arizona
University |
Course Syllabus
PRM 310 - Park Protection I
Course Syllabus
Meeting Times
 | Fall Academy: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Spring Academy: Monday - Friday 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (plus every other weekend from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) |
Course Credit: 4 credits
Course Facilitator: Kathy Dodd
Office Address: SW Forest Science Complex, room 137 phone (928) 523-8242 fax (928) 523-2275
Office Hours: 10:00 to 12:00 PM Mon - Fri or by appointment
e-mail: kathy.Dodd@nau.edu
Prerequisite: Permission of the PRTP Director.
Course Policies:
| NAU Policy Statements; and |
| Classroom Civility Statement |
Course Description: The course provides detailed instruction on the fundamentals of park law enforcement. The course includes: federal and state policy for park and refuge officers; legal aspects of park and recreation area law enforcement; detention and arrest; search and seizure; and interpersonal skills. Upon successful completion of the SLETP program (PRM 310 & PRM 311), students receive a seasonal law enforcement certificate that is recognized by the National Park Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service and various state park systems.
Course Fee: $200 (For University credit, additional tuition fees also apply).
Course Objectives: Following successful completion of this course, students will have acquired:
1) An understanding of the fundamentals of park law enforcement.
2) Basic knowledge of the legal aspects of park law enforcement and the potential for criminal and civil charges associated with violations of civil rights.
3) Basic knowledge of low-key park law enforcement principles and philosophy.
4) Basic knowledge of good interpersonal communications and how they relate to professional law enforcement.
5) Basic knowledge of law enforcement techniques (self-defense, defensive tactics and motor vehicle accident investigation)
Course Structure: Lecture with web enhanced course materials – labs apply lecture materials
Required Texts:
| Lukas, L. (1999). National Park Service: Law Enforcement: To Conserve and Protect. Incline Village, NV: Copperhouse Publishing Company. (ISBN 0-942728-93-9 pbk) |
| United States Code of Federal Regulations (36CFR), (2005). National Archives and Records Administration. |
Course Outline:
1. Introduction to the National Park Service and other Park Systems
2. Philosophy and Objectives of Recreation Area Law Enforcement
3. NPS Policy and Guidelines
4. Ethics and Conduct
5. Constitutional Law and Civil Liberties
6. Criminal Law
7. Civil and Criminal Liability
8. Search and Seizure
9. Detention and Arrest
10. Evidence
11. Authority and Jurisdiction
| Federal |
| State |
12. Federal Law
| United States Codes |
| Code of Federal Regulations |
13. Interpersonal Skills
| Human Relations |
| Crisis Intervention |
| Sociology of Groups |
14. Law Enforcement Techniques
| Weaponless Self-Defense |
| Mechanics and Techniques of Arrest |
| Role Play Scenario Training |
| Police Baton |
| Defensive Tactics |
| Motor Vehicle Accident Investigation |
15. Traffic Enforcement
| Low-Risk Stops |
| High-risk Stops |
| Radar |
Course Requirements:
| Unit Exams (5 @ 20% each) = 100% |
| Special Training Sessions Mandatory (defensive tactics & motor vehicle accident investigation) |
| Class Attendance Mandatory (missing more than two class periods may jeopardize a student's certificate status) |
| Successful Completion of the Mandatory Physical Efficiency Battery (this is a National Park Service Physical Fitness Test) |
Grading Basis: A = 100 – 90 B = 89 – 80 C = 79 – 70 D = 69 – 60 F = <60
Selected References:
Garner, G.W. (1990). High-Risk Patrol. Charles Thomas: Illinois.
Kernes, S.T. & Birkland, B.J. (1998). Park Ranger's Guide to the Federal Criminal Code. Justice Systems Press. Port Angeles, WA.
Legal Text. (1994). Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Glynco, Georgia.
Murrell, D.S. & Dwyer, W.O. (1991). Constitutional Law and Liability for Park Law Enforcement Officers. Carolina Academic Press. Durham, N.C.
Peters, J.G. (1988). Tactical Handcuffing. Reliapon Police Products: New Mexico.
Sharp, G.W., Odegaard, C.H. & Sharpe, W.F. (1994). A Comprehensive Introduction to Park Management. Sagamore Publishing: Illinois.
United States Code of Federal Regulations (36CFR), (1998).National Archives and Records Administration.
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