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ktaliankounion
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Posted: Tue Apr 7th, 2009 05:42 am | 41st Post |
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To Post #37
You have hit the nail on the head, take it from one who was shy and embarrassed about his level of comuter knowledge for years. Department information, new jobs, and promotional information just passed me by - too proud to ask questions about technology.
Hopefully, you are at a stage in your carreer where you realized your weakness in this area. Sounds like you are - Congrats!
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tabdallaarcadia410
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 03:57 pm | 42nd Post |
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The primary thing that I've learned so far in this class is how to utilize technology resources for research and how to apply it to current events that we face in law enforcement on a daily basis. From locating training resources to educational material to crunching statistics for the Chief, it's easy to become inundated with the amount of information available. Having a good background in technology really helps one focus and more efficiently sift through the vast amount of available information.
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tabdallaarcadia410
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 05:02 pm | 43rd Post |
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rrojas410brea wrote: Education has never been a requirement for promotion within the Montebello PD, in fact our Chief only has a GED ( I know this is not normal or effective). For the longest time I believed I could get by on my experience. Since returning to school at UI&U I now see that you need more than just experience and being a good cop to be an effective leader. It is very interesting how the emphasis on education in law enforcement has changed since I came on the job almost 20 years ago. The complexities that we face on a daily basis definitely warrant the increased emphasis in order to successfully handle these challenges.
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derekparcadia410
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 09:13 pm | 44th Post |
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| Even though I'm at the start of a long career the education i'm currently receiving is opening my eyes to what is to be expected of me throughout my career. I'm very fortuate to be learning from other students' and instrutors' experiences.
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derekparcadia410
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 09:17 pm | 45th Post |
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| I couldnt agree more. I also find myself taking a broader approach to incidents at work. Though I'm not a supervisor yet I find myself evalutating incidents from my supervisor's standpoints which will ultimately keep me out of trouble. lol
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VSIORDIA410BREA
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 10:26 pm | 46th Post |
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| I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels lost! Every time I get on this threaded discussion forum I amaze myself! But I have learned a lot about technology and I'm grateful for that.
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VSIORDIA410BREA
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Posted: Wed Apr 8th, 2009 10:44 pm | 47th Post |
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Besides learning how behind I am in computer technology, I am also learning a great deal about myself with every paper I write. I can't help wanting to add my own personal opinions on topics I'm researching because I feel like an expert on the subject. For example on topics like community policing, my department emphasizes community relations and I have received a lot of training on the subject. A career in law enforcement will provide you with invaluable skills which you can use in furthering your education.
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LTRIANABREA410
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Posted: Sat Apr 11th, 2009 02:19 am | 48th Post |
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| I am still trying to figure this out!! I have never felt so overwhelmed as I have felt recently but staff has been EXTREMELY helpful. This has been an eye opener because it has shown me how little I really know.
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LTRIANABREA410
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Posted: Sat Apr 11th, 2009 02:33 am | 49th Post |
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Last session's lecture on crime patterns/theories was very interesting. It was interesting to hear how they were analyzed and the probabilty on when and where the next crime will occur.
I would like learn more on that topic, I think that would be beneficial.
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afreemanunion
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Posted: Sun Apr 12th, 2009 05:57 am | 50th Post |
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| I have been in law enforcement for 4 years. After taking some of the classes in managment here at Union, I have had a better understanding for why things are done they way they are. I also have been able to see what things are not being done appropriately in our agency and how I might one day be able to smooth things out so that there is more accountability in our department and better morale.
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afreemanunion
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Posted: Sun Apr 12th, 2009 06:01 am | 51st Post |
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Wow, only a GED. That surprises me a lot. In my opinion, a leader should be more educated in that, especially since now you almost have to have an AA to get hired anywhere.
tabdallaarcadia410 wrote:
rrojas410brea wrote: Education has never been a requirement for promotion within the Montebello PD, in fact our Chief only has a GED ( I know this is not normal or effective). For the longest time I believed I could get by on my experience. Since returning to school at UI&U I now see that you need more than just experience and being a good cop to be an effective leader. It is very interesting how the emphasis on education in law enforcement has changed since I came on the job almost 20 years ago. The complexities that we face on a daily basis definitely warrant the increased emphasis in order to successfully handle these challenges.
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tmeadows410Brea
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Posted: Mon Apr 13th, 2009 11:30 pm | 52nd Post |
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| I had previously heard of, and in some cases used, many of the devices and technological systems that we have covered in this Police Technology course. However, the amount of detail regarding the devices and technology contained in our text is truly astounding. I enjoy knowing how things work and learning about tech-type items; this class, particularly the textbook, has provided very good insight.
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mfraijoTT410
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Posted: Tue Apr 14th, 2009 03:48 am | 53rd Post |
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| I have a year and a half as a Deputy and all my time has been spent in the jails. Thus far I have gained the knowledge that I know will help benefit and better prepare me for when it’s my time to hit the streets. This course has impacted my thoughts on how to go about performing my duties.
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mfraijoTT410
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Posted: Tue Apr 14th, 2009 03:55 am | 54th Post |
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| I agree with you, the reference website has been a great help when doing research. I wish I would have took advantage of it with other previous classes that I have already taken.
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tmeadows410Brea
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Posted: Tue Apr 14th, 2009 10:30 pm | 55th Post |
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LTRIANABREA410 wrote: Last session's lecture on crime patterns/theories was very interesting. It was interesting to hear how they were analyzed and the probabilty on when and where the next crime will occur.
I would like learn more on that topic, I think that would be beneficial.
I concur with LTRIANABREA410--the lecture on crime analysis and patterns was a good one. I have utilized Crime Analysts many times over the years with some success, and have had genuine interest in what they do. With the additional insight gained from the lecture coupled with the info contained in the text, I definitely have a more sound understanding of their potential benefit.
I will probably have a higher level of expectation from our Crime Analysts due to the increased understanding of what they can do. But unfortunately I know that sometimes they get bogged down with inputting data (obviously my agency is not completely integrated) and don't have time to regularly do some of the clever things that can be extremely beneficial for patrol.
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rrojas410brea
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Posted: Fri Apr 17th, 2009 07:46 pm | 56th Post |
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| I know how you feel. Education has never been a big requirement for promotion at my department. In fact our current Chief of Police only has a GED and he has brought our department to the lowest it has ever been. Rick
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tcullenunion
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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 07:04 pm | 57th Post |
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In the past, I have watched the department implement technologies that almost everyone knew were flawed from the beginning. Unfortunately, we are still saddled with some of these poor investments. This class taught me where I can go to get information about new technology and how to research it before it is paid for. Although we may not be able to afford the best, maybe we won't have to buy lemons with a little more research.
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tcullenunion
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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 07:36 pm | 58th Post |
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Rick, about 10 years ago Arcadia PD instituted an education policy with sergeants needing 60 units and lieutenants needing a BA. It has made a noticeable difference in the quality of leadership in the organization.
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jhardin410brea
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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 11:17 pm | 59th Post |
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| I Agree with post #28, I learn something new everyday, sometimes it is about technology and sometimes its about people. Never close your mind.
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jhardin410brea
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Posted: Tue Apr 21st, 2009 11:17 pm | 60th Post |
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| I Agree with post #28, I learn something new everyday, sometimes it is about technology and sometimes its about people. Never close your mind.
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