Principles Of Security Practice And Management
- Social Sciences
- 800 level
- 101 pages
- 24 units
This course explains the fundamental principles of Security Practice and Management. It provides students with a basic understanding of security principles, practice, and management of security-related issues. It focuses on identification, analysis, and response to security issues. Students will explore critical thinking by developing constructive insights through situational analysis, case studies, and other research methods to carefully establish arguments in security issues.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CSS848, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CSS848 · Unit I: Police Patrol
1.0 INTRODUCTION Police patrols play an important role in providing public safety. The patrol technique of maintaining public order is an important factor affecting the patrol performances, especially as it affects average response time and workload in a particular policed location.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the principles of security practice and management.
- Analyze the role of police patrol in crime prevention.
- Evaluate the impact of technology on policing.
- Apply community policing strategies to address local crime issues.
- Manage correctional facilities effectively.
- Apply security theories to real-world scenarios.
What it prepares you for
- Security Manager
- Police Officer
- Correctional Officer
- Security Analyst
- Community Safety Officer
- Law Enforcement
- Corrections
- Private Security
- Government
- Community Safety
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Technology Enabled Policing
Unit 4: Technological Innovations and Policing (Law Enforcement)
The integration of AI requires understanding complex algorithms and ethical considerations, demanding advanced analytical skills.
- Module 4: Correctional Facility Management
Unit 3: Components of Correctional Security
Dynamic security concepts require nuanced understanding of human behavior and interpersonal skills to build trust with inmates.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Police Patrol
Unit 1: Patrol and Typology of Police Patrol · 3 hours
Understand the role of police patrols in public safety.. Differentiate between various typologies of police patrol.. Analyze the theoretical issues related to police patrol..
- Week 2Module 1: Police Patrol
Unit 2: Theoretical Issues in Police Patrol · 3 hours
Examine the theory of patrol scheduling and its implications.. Analyze the Linear Markovian Patrol Model.. Evaluate the Search Theory of Patrol..
- Week 3Module 1: Police Patrol
Unit 3: Police Patrol and Crime Prevention · 3 hours
Discuss the role of police in crime prevention.. Analyze the relationship between police patrol and crime prevention strategies.. Understand the importance of preliminary investigation..
- Week 4Module 1: Police Patrol
Unit 4: Conducting Preliminary Investigation · 3 hours
Learn how to assess a crime scene.. Identify victims, witnesses, and suspects.. Document the crime scene and collect evidence..
- Week 5Module 2: Technology Enabled Policing
Unit 1: Conceptual Issues in Crime and Technology · 3 hours
Understand the conceptual issues in crime and technology.. Examine the relationship between crime and technology.. Analyze the influence of technology on policing..
- Week 6Module 2: Technology Enabled Policing
Unit 2: Policing and Crime Prevention · 3 hours
Discuss the role of policing in crime prevention.. Understand the challenges to national security.. Analyze the reciprocal relationship between technology and crime..
- Week 7Module 2: Technology Enabled Policing
Unit 3: Technology and Crime · 3 hours
Examine the use of technology in crime.. Classify crimes based on the tools used.. Understand the co-evolution of crime and policing technologies..
- Week 8Module 2: Technology Enabled Policing
Unit 4: Technological Innovations and Policing (Law Enforcement) · 3 hours
Explore technological innovations in policing.. Analyze the use of smart sensors in law enforcement.. Understand the role of artificial intelligence in policing..
- Week 9Module 3: Community Policing
Unit 1: The Concept of Community Policing · 3 hours
Understand the concept of community policing.. Analyze the origin of community policing.. Discuss the role of the police and the public in community policing..
- Week 10Module 3: Community Policing
Unit 2: Component of Community Policing · 3 hours
Examine the components of community policing.. Analyze the importance of community partnership.. Understand the problem-solving approach in community policing..
- Week 11Module 3: Community Policing
Unit 3: Community Policing in Nigeria · 3 hours
Discuss the implementation of community policing in Nigeria.. Analyze the challenges and successes of community policing in Nigeria.. Understand the role of informal policing in Nigeria..
- Week 12Module 3: Community Policing
Unit 4: Community Policing Strategies · 3 hours
Explore various community policing strategies.. Analyze the use of public education programs.. Understand the role of neighborhood watch programs..
- Week 13Module 4: Correctional Facility Management
Unit 1: Foundation of Prison Management · 3 hours
Understand the foundation of prison management.. Analyze the ethical framework of corrections management.. Discuss the importance of professionalism in prison work..
Unit 2: Principles of Security Practice in Correctional Institutions · 3 hours
Review for final examination. Complete any outstanding assignments. Participate in group discussions.
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking patrol theories (Units 1-2) to practical crime prevention (Unit 3).
- Practice applying community policing strategies (Module 3) to specific case studies.
- Review key legal frameworks and ethical considerations in correctional management (Module 4).
- Focus on understanding the core assumptions and differences between security theories (Module 5).
- Prepare examples of how technology can be used for both crime prevention and commission (Module 2).
- Prioritize understanding the specific duties and required skills for security officers in different settings (Module 6).
Questions students ask about this course
What is CSS848 about?
This course explains the fundamental principles of Security Practice and Management. It provides students with a basic understanding of security principles, practice, and management of security-related issues. It focuses on identification, analysis, and response to security issues. Students will explore critical thinking by developing constructive insights through situational analysis, case studies, and other research methods to carefully establish arguments in security issues.
How many units does CSS848 have?
CSS848, Principles Of Security Practice And Management, has 24 units across 6 modules, over 101 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is CSS848 hard?
CSS848 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does CSS848 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 24 units.
How is CSS848 assessed?
CSS848 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with CSS848?
Security Manager, Police Officer, Correctional Officer, Security Analyst and Community Safety Officer.