Hobart
Please note: this unit is only available to students accepted into the In-Service Pathway of 13D Bachelor of Social Sciences (Police Studies) as part of TP3 Advanced.
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Introduction
TP3A Students will analyse a case study involving the use of social media in the light of Tasmania Police policy and procedures. The case needs to be considered in the light of academic literature on policing organisations (such as police culture, reform, corruption, performance management, accountability, bench marking, institutional racism, etc.) and related governmental policies and operational procedures, current legislation and contemporary social issues and their implications.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Special Topic in Policing |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HSP300 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Policing and Emergency Management |
| Coordinator | Dr. Romy Winter |
| Teaching staff | Dr. Romy Winter |
| Level | Advanced |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the key concepts and theories related to policing and social media.
- Compare, contrast and evaluate concepts, theories and the relevant case study.
- Undertake secondary research using information literacy skills related to the case study.
- Communicate knowledge and research results related to the case study.
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Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Case Study (100%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
|---|---|
| Recommended |
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