Police Science - A.A.S. Degree Program (Career)
Application Code 246
For curriculum information, contact the Social Sciences and Teacher Education Division–Room ST-149–443-518-1620.
The Police Science A.A.S. degree prepares graduates to function as entry-level police officers with the Howard County Police Department. The curriculum is a partnership between Howard Community College and the Howard County Police Department, and is designated specifically for recruits employed by the Howard County Police Department. Police recruits will complete 22-24 credits of required general education and 39 credits of police science courses in the Police Academy program run by the Howard County Police Department in accordance with the Maryland Police Training Commission (MPTC) standards.
General Education Core
Composition
Humanities, Arts and Literature
| SPCH-110 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits |
Social Sciences
Science
Mathematics
Interdisciplinary
| CMSY-126 | Introduction to the Internet | 1 credit |
| HEED-106 | Introduction to Stress Management | 1 credit |
| HEED-110 | Introduction to Personal Wellness | 1 credit |
| HEED-112 | First Aid & Safety | 3 credits |
Required Courses Related to Major
Required Courses
| CRIM-101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 credits |
| CRIM-110 | Criminal Investigation | 3 credits |
| CRIM-120 | Patrol Operations | 3 credits |
| CRIM-126 | Vehicle Law and Accident Investigation | 3 credits |
| CRIM-128 | Emergency Vehicle Operations | 3 credits |
| CRIM-130 | Police Defensive Tactics | 5 credits |
| CRIM-132 | Police Arsenal and Procedures | 5 credits |
| CRIM-190 | Criminal Justice Internship I | 3-4 credits |
| CRIM-200 | Law Enforcement and the Community | 3 credits |
| CRIM-201 | Introduction to Criminal Law | 3 credits |
| CRIM-210 | Evidence and Procedure | 3 credits |
| CFOR-120 | Computer Forensics Basic Concepts | 1 |
Total Credit Hours: 61-63