Milwaukee Area Technical College Syllabus Traffic Theory

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1 Milwaukee Area Technical College Syllabus Traffic Theory Course Information Organization Milwaukee Area Technical College Course Number , Fall 2015 Credits 3 Contact Hours 48 Instructor Tim Talaska Address talaskat@matc.edu Office B115 Campus South Address 6665 S. Howell Ave. City/State/Zip Oak Creek WI Office Hours Mequon Campus Mon 12pm-1pm, 4pm-5pm Milw. Campus Tue 4-6pm,Thur 5pm-6pm South Campus Wed 8am-9am, 12pm-1pm The best way to get in touch with the instructor is via e mail Office Phone Number of Weeks 16 Meeting Times/Location Tuesday 1PM--3:55PM, Milw. Campus, Rm T243, 08/25/15-12/15/15 Description In this course, the learner will complete various uniform citations and the paperwork accompanying arrests and other detentions, enforce Wisconsin traffic laws, detect traffic violations, issue traffic citations, ranging from warnings, direct traffic, identify responsibilities of a first responding officer following the steps of the Incident Response model, manage the response to a scene, take necessary steps to enable effective follow-up as needed, conduct an initial investigation at a crash scene, identify the mechanics of measuring and documenting traffic crash scenes, complete the Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report, record the crash scene using photography, take appropriate enforcement action based on information gathered and recognize and interpret indicators of impaired driving. This course consists of competencies and learning objectives from the following blocks of instruction from the Law Enforcement Standards Board Basic Training Curriculum Traffic Law Enforcement 12 hours Scene Management 2 hours Traffic Accident Investigation 12 hours OMVWI 2 hours Textbooks State of Wisconsin. Motor Vehicle Laws Latest Edition. Law Enforcement Standards Board. Traffic Crash Investigations-A training Guide for Law Enforcement Officers. Wisconsin Department of Justice. Pages: 105. Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Law Enforcement Manual for Completing Form MV State of Wisconsin. Manual for Completing Accident Report Form MV 4000.

2 Learner Supplies Traffic Template - Optional Equipment. Manufacturer: Northwestern Traffic Institute. Quantity: 1. #2 pencils. Competencies 1. a. Identify primary goals of traffic law enforcement and the Wisconsin motor vehicle laws b. Identify elements of common traffic offenses including the rules of the road and those dealing with operator licensing, vehicle registration and vehicle equipment c. Identify the legal authority for removing, storing or impounding a vehicle from public or private property 2. a. Explain the differences between selective traffic law enforcement and bias-based policing b. Describe the methods used to conduct traffic surveillance c. Identify driving behavior that may indicate illegal driving or poor vehicle condition d. Describe methods and speed detection devices used to measure the speed of other vehicles e. Observe a demonstration on how to use a speed detection device 3. a. Identify basic components of driver's licenses and identification cards b. Review indicators of a possible altered driver's license or identification card c. Demonstrate familiarity with Wisconsin motor vehicle laws d. Demonstrate familiarity with the State of Wisconsin Uniform State Traffic Deposit Schedule e. Complete a uniform traffic citation f. Issue a uniform traffic citation g. Explain the disposition of a uniform traffic citation h. Identify issues involved in making a traffic arrest i. Describe issues involved in making a traffic arrest j. Demonstrate making a traffic arrest 4. Direct traffic a. Identify factors that determine the need to direct traffic b. Identify the necessity of coordinating traffic control with other officers c. Demonstrate traffic control under varied conditions (using hand signals, a flashlight, whistle, traffic vest and flares 5. Identify responsibilities of a first responding officer, following the steps of the Incident Response model (RESPOND) a. List the steps of the Incident Response (RESPOND) model b. Describe activities considered under each Incident Response step

3 c. Position patrol vehicles when arriving at the scene d. Describe hazards to consider when approaching a scene 6. Manage the response to a scene. a. evaluate the scene b. identify initial steps first responding officer must take to stabilize a scene c. Describe steps first responding officers must take to insure scene safety d. Determine if additional resources are needed and describe how to request additional resources if needed e. Identify steps that responding officers must take to preserve life and preserve and collect evidence at a scene f. Return the scene to normal 7. Take necessary steps of enable effective follow-up as needed. a. Identify witnesses and victims b. Interview witnesses and victims c. Obtain a description of suspect(s) if appropriate d. Record actions taken at the scene e. Document the incident appropriately f. Debrief the incident appropriately g. Introduce the Incident Command System (ICS) as part of a prolonged response to an incident h. Identify emotional aspects of emergency care i. Describe the purpose of a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) 8. Conduct an initial investigation at a crash scene a. Review traffic crash facts for Wisconsin and the history of traffic crash investigations b. Describe legal aspects of crash investigations c. Identify operator, passengers, and witnesses at a crash scene d. Inspect vehicles involved in the crash e. Inspect occupant protection systems 9. Identify the mechanics of measuring and documenting traffic crash scenes. a. Decide what results of the crash to locate at the scene b. Decide what spots must be located for each of the results c. Decide which system of measurement is best d. Mark spots on the road and roadside e. Draw a field sketch f. Prepare a table for recording basic measurements g. Take measurements and enter them into the table h. Decide what additional and supplementary measurements are needed i. Take additional measurements j. Review the field sketch and measurement records for clarity and completeness k. Complete items of identification on the sketch 10. Complete the Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report (MV4000)

4 a. Describe what constitutes a reportable incident b. Describe when a driver should use a Driver Report of Accident (MV 4002) c. Record vehicles, roadway, and environmental conditions prior to the collision d. Become familiar with how the template (Northwestern University Version) is used to diagram a crash scene e. Diagram the crash scene in field 99 of the Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report (MV4000) f. Record contributing circumstances to the crash 11. Record the crash scene using photography a. Describe the purpose for photographing crash scenes b. Take basic "At-Scene" photos c. Photograph physical marks on the road d. Photograph vehicle damage e. Take pictures of additional conditions at the crash scene 12. Tale appropriate enforcement action based on information gathered a. Observe procedures to determine speed estimates b. Identify issues involved in taking enforcement action based on a traffic crash c. Determine what enforcement action, if any, to take d. Document the crash and crash investigation to support prosecution Grading Information Grading Rationale Each student will be responsible for reading assignments, class lectures, discussions, and all other assignments made in this syllabus. Students will also be responsible for changes in assignments that may be made in class from time to time There maybe MC/TF tests given upon completion of each section of the Motor Vehicle Code and movies reviewed. Graded take-home assignments will consist of a variety of citation problems and traffic crash scenarios and will be treated as weekly exam. Any take-home assignment that is submitted late will be reduced by one letter grade each class session late (example B becomes a C). Assignments are due at the start of each class session or they will be considered late A final exam will consist of a MC/TF test or a complicated traffic crash, which might include the possibility of a DWI situation or other serious traffic related problems to include all appropriate paperwork. Grades will be calculated on the following percentage basis: Citation 1 (C1) will be worth 1% of the total grade: C2=1%; C3, C4, C5, C6,C7 will each be worth 2%; C8= 3%. Accident 1(A1) will be worth 1%; A2=2%;A3 and A4 will each be worth 4%; A5 and A6 will each be worth 5%; A7 and A8 will each be worth 7%. Scheduled test 1 will be worth 20% and the final will be worth 30% of your grade. SPECIAL NOTE: Although all tests are "open book", PLEASE NOTE-all tests are "TIMED' and the maximum amount of time will be stated the day of the test. Timing begins at the start of the class period for each specific class section. By way of example only: if the specific class section is scheduled to start at 10 AM, the test must be completed within the stated time frame-even if the student arrives late to class. Please note: tardiness to any class section does not extend the time to take and complete the test.

5 All students are required to use a #2 pencil for all examinations and it is the students responsibility to bring his/her own #2 pencil along with an appropriate #2 "back-up" pencil to each examination. Grading Scale A A B B B C C C D D U 60 or Below Guidelines for Success Academic Honesty 1 Students are expected to do their own work unless advised that collaboration is acceptable. This means that you may use facts from other sources if you re-write them in your own words. Anytime you quote directly from another source or paraphrase substantially, you must cite the source you used. When you take a test, you are expected to keep your eyes on your own paper and protect your test paper from being copied by a classmate. Failure to use proper citation procedure is considered plagiarism. Plagiarism will result in a grade of "0" if it is flagrant and/or deliberate. Copying from another person's paper or test is academic dishonesty and will result in a grade of "0" for that assignment. In addition, you will be referred to student services for discipline based on college policy. ADA Statement 5 If you have a documented disability as described by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L Section 504) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that requires you to need assistance in accessing instructional content to meet course requirements, I recommend that you contact the [Center for Special Needs ], as soon as possible. It is then your responsibility to contact and meet with the instructor. [Tim Talaska, talaskat@matc.edu], can assist you and the instructor in formulating a reasonable accommodation plan and provide support in developing appropriate accommodations for your disability. Course requirements will not be waived but accommodations may be made to assist you to meet the requirements. Technical support may also be available to meet your specific needs. Attendance 3 Responsible Attendance As an adult learner you most likely have multiple roles and commitments to juggle. In addition to being a student, you may be an employee, a parent, a community leader, or a caregiver to a family member. If you are a full-time student, you are working to learn a wide variety of new skills and to meet the expectations for multiple courses. As your teacher, I too have many responsibilities and multiple roles. Therefore, we need to work together to accomplish the intended learning outcomes for this course. Responsible attendance means that you will plan your schedule so that you can be present for scheduled class sessions and manage your time so that you can complete your assignments and assessments on

6 or before the date they are due. For my part, I have provided learning plans and a syllabus with a schedule listing class sessions and due dates for assignments and assessments. I will work to keep the course on the published schedule. If I make adjustments in the schedule, I will provide written a notice explaining the change. If you miss a class session unexpectedly: 1 You are responsible for identifying what you have missed and for obtaining handout or other learning materials that were distributed during your absence. 2 If the learning plan indicates that you missed interactive, applied, or group learning activities, discuss alternative learning activities with me. (I prefer that you propose an alternative.) 3 Contact me in person, via e mail, or via voice mail message, explaining how you intend to make up missed work. 4 In order to receive full credit for work missed during your absence, you must complete it within two weeks of your return. Late make-up work will be eligible for a maximum grade of "C" or the equivalent. If you know you will miss a class session: 1 Plan ahead to submit assignments or complete assessments that will be due during your absence prior to your absence. (Refer to the learning plans and the syllabus schedule.) 2 Notify me in person, via , or via voice mail message prior to your absence, explaining how you intend to make up missed work. 3 Items 1, 2, and 4 above also apply. SPECIAL NOTE Depending on your career goals, and your educational course status, the State of Wisconsin,Department of Justice, Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB), Training and Standards may require or establish additional attendance requirements directly impacting a student's qualifications for LESB Law Enforcement Certification. Emergency Evacuation Statement Every Milwaukee Area Technical College building is equipped with a mass notification system that will be used by the Department of Public Safety to provide directions during and emergency. All classrooms are also equipped with an Emergency Response Guide which provides guidelines for dealing with emergencies. An electronic version of the guide is available at safety/pdf/emergency Procedure Guide.pdf Students are asked to review these guidelines so they are familiar with emergency procedures. Please notify your instructor during the first week of the semester if you have a condition that may limit or affect your ability to evacuate the classroom/building in an emergency. Schedule Session Target Competencies Notes week 1 week 2 week 3 Course introduction MVD 4016 Del. vs. Prouse WSS 110 and 340 U.S. vs. Robinson

7 week 4 week 5 week 6 week 7 week 8 week 9 week 10 Identify responsibilities of a first responding officer, following the steps of the Incident Response model (RESPOND) Conduct an initial investigation at a crash scene Mid-Term Exam WSS 345 Maryland vs. Wilson WSS 346 Penn. vs Mimms and Ohio vs. Robinette WSS 346 Whren vs. U.S. WSS 343 Maryland vs. Pringle WSS 347 Scott vs. Harris WSS 341 Illinois vs. Caballes weeks Direct traffic Identify responsibilities of a first responding officer, following the steps of the Incident Response model (RESPOND) Manage the response to a scene. Take necessary steps of enable effective follow-up as needed. Conduct an initial investigation at a crash scene Identify the mechanics of measuring and documenting traffic crash scenes. Complete the Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report (MV4000) Record the crash scene using photography Court cases as assigned week 16 FINAL EXAM