1. Course Outline
Department: Health & Applied Sciences
UC RRR 1424– 4 Credits
Interpersonal Communications for Law (60 Hours)
2011- 2012
Instructor: Krystle Robinson
Phone/Voice Mail: 627-8557
Office: B60
Office Hours:
Email: krobinson@ucn.ca
Calendar Description:
Interpersonal Communication for Law Enforcement is a course presenting practical, non-verbal,
and verbal communication techniques, as well as practical problem solving strategies and
conflict resolution. Activities will be of a practical nature as they relate to police work.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
1. Describe the reasons ‘why we communicate’
2. Explain the process of communication
3. Explain the role of self-concept in the communication process
4. Describe the perception process and its influence on communication
5. Explain the influence of words and meanings in the communication process
6. Explain the role of non-verbal communication in the communication process
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2. 7. Explain why people do not listen well
8. Discuss the role of emotions in the communications process
9. Prepare and deliver an oral presentation to the group
Prerequisites:
None
Course Restrictions:
None
Texts/Materials:
Adler, R. B. & Towne, N. (2008). Looking out looking in.3rd Canadian Edition Toronto, ON:
Thomson Nelson. ISBN 100176424121
Havey, H. , Wiemann, M.O. (2008). Activities Manual/Study Guide to accompany Looking Out
Looking In . Toronto, ON: Thomson Nelson. ISBN 0-17-641628-5
Delivery Method / Use of Learning Technology:
Students will experience a blended method of electronic, traditional, individual and group
learning situations, utilizing the Internet, publisher’s videos, newspapers and the textbook. This
student-centered environment will have some lectures, and remediation and role-playing will be
a part of the student’s classroom experience.
Course Website:
N/A
Student Evaluation:
Unit Tests 20%
Presentations 10%
In-class activities 10%
Journal 10%
Assignments 50%
Total 100%
Wherever possible, a practical hands-on approach will be used for all assignments.
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3. Supplemental Exam Availability:
Yes. If yes, refer to the University College of The North Handbook for criteria.
Voluntary Withdrawal Date:
A student wishing to withdraw from this course must forward a completed UCN Registration
Revision form to Enrolment Services by the last date for voluntary withdrawal without
academic penalty.
The Voluntary Withdrawal Date for this course is: November 4, 2011
Other Important Dates :
N/A
Course Topics:
 Interpersonal Relationships 5 hours
 Communication and the Self 5 hours
 Perception 5 hours
 Emotions 5 hours
 Language 5 hours
 Non-verbal communication 5 hours
 Listening 5 hours
 Communication & Relational Dynamics 5 hours
 Improving Communication Climates 5 hours
 Managing Interpersonal Conflicts 5 hours
 Verbal communication and oral presentations 5 hours
Special Course Activities:
None
Methods for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition:
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4. Students may request formal recognition, i.e. course credit, of relevant knowledge, skills and
abilities gained through prior work, education and life experience. This process is known as
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR). To apply for recognition of prior learning, or
to obtain more information about PLAR, please contact the PLAR Facilitator in Enrolment
Services.
Statement of Academic Honesty:
The University College of the North views academic honesty as the basis for the development
and acquisition of knowledge, and encourages all students to pursue their studies in an
honourable and responsible manner. [UCN Academic Policy AC-01-19]
Academic dishonesty is a very serious offence with serious consequences. It is up to each
student to understand what is meant by academic dishonesty.
Academic dishonesty may take many forms, including:
1. Using unauthorized materials in examinations or other evaluations;
2. Plagiarism;
3. Falsifying data or documents;
4. Cheating or helping others cheat in any way;
5. Any other acts which compromise the integrity of the evaluation process.
Because plagiarism is a prevalent form of academic dishonesty, it is necessary that students
have a clear understanding of the term. To plagiarize is to intentionally misrepresent with the
intent to deceive. It will be considered plagiarism to take words or ideas of another person and
pass them off as one’s own, including, but not limited to, essays, compositions, theses, creative
writing, reports, reviews, lab reports, projects, computer programs, experimental data,
drawings, charts, plans, musical compositions, and works of art.
The penalty for academic dishonesty may range from a grade of 0 for the assignment or
occurrence to suspension from the course. Instances of multiple infractions of academic
dishonesty may result in suspension from the University College for a period of twelve months
as of the date of the infraction.
Any decision regarding academic dishonesty may be appealed.
When in doubt about what constitutes plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty,
students are encouraged to consult with their instructor. Students are also urged to familiarize
themselves with the appropriate section of the Academic Calendar on Academic Dishonesty.
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5. Copyright © 2011 University College of the North
All original material in the course outline created by an individual instructor is the intellectual
property of that instructor. The UCN copyright applies only to the template and to the name
and calendar description of the course.
Approved By:
Gina Guiboche
Dean of Student Development
Date:
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