CRJU 1165: Community-Oriented Policing

An overview of the major concepts and issues involving the fundamentals of community-oriented policing philosophy,
including the comparison of traditional and community policing philosophies, law enforcement, and community
relationships; importance of political and public support and involvement; attitudinal changes involving the roles of police
management, supervisors, and line personnel; creation of partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and private
security, other governmental agencies, and special interest groups; and police problem-solving methodologies. Topics
include: Origins, meaning, development, experiencing, and record of community policing foundations of communityoriented policing, partnerships, and problem-solving in community-oriented policing, projects, and programs.