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Apr 20, 2026
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PRLEA 244 - Park Ranger Law Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Module 4 Credits: 6 Variable Credit Course: No
Lecture Hours: 22 Lab Hours: 88 Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0 Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0
Course Description: Introduction to skills-based defensive tactics, firearms, chemical agents, Taser and emergency vehicle operations course. Covers nomenclature, theories, associated case law, techniques, and practical skills application in the field.
Prerequisite: Special Requirements: Extensive background and criminal history check/drug analysis and Dept Chair/Committee Approval.
Meets FQE Requirement: No Integrative Experience Requirement: No
Student Learning Outcomes
- Recite the four fundamental rules of firearms. Understand the difference between single action and double action.
- Differentiate between a revolver and semi-automatic pistol and name the parts of each.
- Understand the difference between center-fire and rim-fire cartridges, and know the parts of each.
- Disassemble, clean and reassemble the SigSauer P-229 semi-automatic 9mm pistol, the Remington 870-P 12-gauge shotgun, and the Superior Arms A3 AR-15 long rifle.
- Shoot tactical courses of fire within industry standard limits of qualification. Apply the integrated force options to defensive tactics situations.
- Demonstrate a variety of escorts, take-downs, and level 1 and 2 tactics against another combatant.
- Tactically handcuff a subject from upright, kneeling and prone positions, and conduct a search.
- Understand the chemical makeup of pepper spray, and complete a tactical evolution after exposure.
- Understand the operation and application of a Taser. Display edged weapons awareness.
- Model appropriate situational and threat awareness, and know the tactical color guide.
- Recite the three required Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and demonstrate their administration.
- Understand the scientific principles supporting Radar and LIDAR, and employ speed measuring devices under simulated conditions.
- Participate in force-on-force dynamic training evolutions that integrate judgment and use of force principles.
- Understand and successfully demonstrate the principles of weight transfer in automobiles during dynamic operations, during both day and night operations.
- Recite appropriate terminology as it applies to pursuit and judgment driving. Operate vehicles at low speed and in complex backing scenarios.
- Practice weapon retention both from a drawn position and when weapons are on the belt.
- Understand the importance of both cultural and mental health awareness issues when dealing with the public in matters of safety and use of force.
Course Contents
- Firearms (safety rules, revolvers, semi-automatic, shotgun, long rifle, and tactical evolutions).
- Down/disabled officer course. Judgment Use of Force tactical scenarios.
- Interactive cover drills. Defensive tactics.
- Chemical Agents. EVOC.
- Taser. Radar.
- LIDAR. Criminal Organizations and Terrorism.
- Aircraft Countermeasures. TSA Regulations: Flying Armed.
- HAZMAT Awareness. Use of Force.
- Active Threat Response. Tactical Medicine.
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. Threats against Resource Officers.
- Cultural and mental health awareness issues in matters of safety and use of force.
Instructional Units: 8
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