Introduction
This unit examines the role of police in responding to critical incidents and emergency management situations, specifically focusing on frontline, tactical, command and control. Tactical policing practices and command and control (C2) are addressed in a variety of circumstances, and students are exposed to the issues involved in tactical C2 across a variety of diverse contexts. Students examine a variety of issues that affect tactical C2 through the lens of C2 theory, including interoperability with other services and agencies, tactical decision-making, and the roles played by police supervisors and frontline personnel. This unit will provide a foundation of C2 knowledge required for further study throughout the Tasmania Police promotional programs.
Summary
| Unit name | Tactical Command and Control in Policing |
| Unit code | PEM304 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Paramedicine and Public Safety |
| Discipline | Policing and Emergency Management |
| Coordinator | Doctor Nick Evans |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the policies, procedures and legislation that impact on police responses to critical incidents.
- Analyse command and control theory and its application to the management and resolution of critical incidents.
- Critically reflect on police responses to emergency incidents.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is delivered fully online. You are expected to devote around 10 hours per week to the study materials, assessment tasks and self-directed learning. |
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| Assessment | Hypotheticals quiz (20%)|Command and Control Presentation (40%)|Critical analysis of Operational Policy (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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