PSCI414 Federal Law Enforcement Systems (3 cr.)

This course provides an introduction to federal law enforcement in the United States. The history, structure, goals, and functions of federal law enforcement agencies are examined. Federal law enforcement policy management, federal criminal procedures, jurisdictional criteria, homeland security initiatives, and ethical considerations are discussed. Specific attention is given to federal law enforcement partnerships with state, county, and municipal agencies.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe federal law enforcement’s history, structure, goals, and functions.
2. Analyze federal law enforcement’s policy management processes and criminal procedures.
3. Explain jurisdictional criteria for federal law enforcement agencies.
4. Evaluate federal homeland security initiatives.
5. Analyze the significance of ethical considerations for federal law enforcement.
6. Explain how to develop partnerships between federal, state, and local law enforcement.