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CSS746Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Legal And Social Framework Of Private Security In Nig.

This course is a three-credit unit course for undergraduate students in the arts and social sciences. It serves as an overview of the legal and social framework of private security services in Nigeria. The materials have been developed within the Nigerian context. It introduces the concept of crime, theories, and preventive mechanisms, empowering students with an understanding of crime prevention strategies from a global perspective.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Private SecurityLegal FrameworkSocial FrameworkCrime PreventionSecurity Services

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition of Security

2

Types of Security

3

Private Security Companies

4

Legal Framework

5

Risk Analysis

6

Computer Security

7

Conflict Management

8

Security Threats

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Security Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Security Consultant

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Risk Analyst

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Security Supervisor

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Security Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Private SecurityCorporate SecurityGovernment SecurityRisk ManagementLaw Enforcement

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: What is Security?

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of security and examine related concepts.
  • •Discuss the importance of security in various contexts.

Unit 2: Types of Security

2 study hours
  • •Understand the various types of security including IT, physical, political, and monetary security.
  • •Differentiate between physical security, information security, and infrastructure security.
Week
2

Module 1:

6h

Unit 3: Meaning and Types of Private Security

3 study hours
  • •Define the term Private security and understand its scope.
  • •Identify and describe different types of Private Security companies.

Unit 4: Origin and Development of Private Security

3 study hours
  • •Give a brief history and development of private Security Service in Nigeria.
  • •Understand the factors that led to the emergence of private security companies.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Reasons for the growth of Private Security Sector

4 study hours
  • •Identify and analyze the reasons for the growth of the private security sector.
  • •Discuss the impact of globalization, marketization, and downsizing of armed forces on private security.
Week
4

Module 2:

6h

Unit 1: Legal Framework of Private Security Company

3 study hours
  • •Examine the legal framework guiding the licensing of PSCs.
  • •Develop an understanding of the features of the PGCs Act.

Unit 2: Organization of Private Security Company

3 study hours
  • •Understand the structural organization of PSCs.
  • •Understand job specialization, staff overturn, and job equalities.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Prospect and Limitations of The Private Guard Companies Act ( 1986) To The Effective Operations Of Private SecurityCompanies In Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Understand the Prospect and Limitations of The Private Guard Companies Act (1986) To The Effective Operations Of Private Security Companies In Nigeria.
  • •Analyze the effectiveness of the Private Guard Companies Act.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 4: Training and Development

4 study hours
  • •Understand the training criteria in security operation.
  • •Understand terminologies and content of training course for private security guards.
  • •Examine the importance of basic training for private security guards in general.
Week
7

Module 3:

6h

Unit 5: Equipment and Other Accessories

3 study hours
  • •Know the types of security equipment and accessories in demand.
  • •Understand the applications of different equipment in private security operations.

Unit 1: Functions of Private Security

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the functions of the private security companies.
  • •Explain the advantages and disadvantages of private security companies.
Week
8

Module 3:

6h

Unit 2: Risk Analysis and the Security Survey

3 study hours
  • •Explain Risks Management and Security Survey.
  • •Analyze Security Risk and Security check list.

Unit 3: Challenges and Problems of Private Security Service

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the challenges and problems facing private security services.
  • •Understand the factors affecting the efficiency of private security guards.
Week
9

Module 3:

6h

Unit 4: Computer and Information Security

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of computer security and system protection.
  • •Discuss the need for computer security and examine methods of computer crimes.

Unit 5: Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps ( NSCDC)

3 study hours
  • •Explain the historical background of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
  • •State the functions and explain the organization structure of NSCDC.
Week
10

Module 4:

6h

Unit 1: List of Private Security Companies in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Mention key private security companies in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss Halogen Security Company Limited as one of numerous private security companies in Nigeria.

Unit 2: Conflict Management in Private Security Service

3 study hours
  • •Identify sources of conflict in PSCs.
  • •Understand management of conflict in PSCs.
Week
11

Module 4:

6h

Unit 3: Relationship between Police and Private Security Operatives in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Explain the benefits of law enforcement and private security partnerships.
  • •Know the relationship and differences in the operations of public security forces and PSCs.

Unit 4: Regulation and Recommendation of Private Security Service in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Understand the need to maintain standard in private security through adequate regulations, guidelines and policies.
  • •Understand the aim of fostering unity and trust between security operatives.
Week
12

Module 4:

4h

Unit 5: Specific Security threat

4 study hours
  • •Explain economic/white-collar crime, burglary and robbery.
  • •Discuss the effect of labour dispute on security, espionage and piracy.
Week
13

All Modules

6h

Revision

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all the learning outcomes for each unit to ensure you understand the key concepts.

2

Create summaries of each module, highlighting the main points and key terms.

3

Practice applying risk analysis techniques to different scenarios.

4

Familiarize yourself with the Private Guard Companies Act and other relevant legislation.

5

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

6

Allocate sufficient time to revise each module, focusing on areas where you feel less confident.

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