PC2S048 - Simulation and Immersive Learning 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2025 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PC2S048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Simulation and Immersive Learning | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Policing and Criminology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Psychology | ||
| Module Leader: | Janine Vickery | ||
| Module Team: | Daniel Welch, Helen Martin | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2019 | Final Year of Intake: | 2024 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100486 - policing | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2025 |
Module Aims
To develop new peripheral investigation skills such as family liaison, media communication and key decision making skills in line with guideline’s and process which will facilitate the practically contextualisation of learning, by synthesising and applying both knowledge and skills learnt to practical authentic scenarios.
Content Summary
Key decision making including rationale
Consequential learning
Recording of crime logs and incidents
Application of policy, process and legislation
Emulation of the skills needed during an investigation:
- Development of communication and interpersonal skills
- Integrity and honesty
- Observational skills
- Critical thinking
- Distilling information
- Emotional intelligence strategies
- Time management and priorities.
- Listening, negotiation, persuasion
- Reading body language
- Team working
College of Policing Learning Outcome Links
Decision-making and Discretion
G2 - Explain the elements of the National Decision Model (NDM) and the flexibility of approach it provides
G3 - Examine the role of discretion in the decision-making process
G4 - Examine barriers to effective decision-making and strategies to mitigate these
Criminal Justice
M3 - Explain the considerations associated with supporting victims and witnesses through the criminal justice system
Response Policing
N1 - Review the overall scope of the response policing role
Police Investigations
R1 - Examine fundamental principles, legislation and powers related to conducting investigations
R2 - Understand the structure and processes in relation to conducting an investigation
R3 - Explain the appropriate processes for gathering and managing evidence/information that may be pertinent to an investigation
R4 - Understand the types of evidence that may be obtained during an investigation
R8 - Review the roles and processes associated with conducting complex investigations
R9 - Understand the intricacies associated with victim and witness care during a complex investigation
R11 - Explain the range of specialists to liaise with in relation to complex live (or cold) cases
Module Summary (CoP only)
This module maps across a wide range of the curriculum as it offers students a practical simulated policing environment, as a means of contextualising policing concepts into operational practice, promoting the development of key decision-making and problem solving skills whilst developing through reflective practice, the softer peripheral skills including family liaison, media information and communications.
College of Policing Curriculum Mapping:
G2.1 ,G2.2 ,G2.3 ,G2.4 ,G3.1,G3.2,G3.3,G4.3 ,G4.4 G4.5 ,G4.6 G4.7 ,G4.8 ,G4.9,M3.4,N1.2.1 ,N1.2.2 , N1.2.3,R1.7 , R1.8 , R1.8.1, R1.8.2 , R1.8.3 R1.8.4 , R1.8.5 ,R1.9 ,R2.1 ,R2.1.2,, R2.1.3 -
R2.1.4, R2.2 , R2.3 ,R2.4 ,R3.1,R3.2 ,R3.2.1 , R3,.2.2 , R3.2.3 , R3.2.4 , R3.2.5 ,R4.1 ,R4.2 ,R8.4 ,R8.4.1 R8.4.5 , R8.5 , R8.6,R9.1,R9.2,R9.3 ,R9.5 ,R11.1 ,R11.2,R11.3,
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 22 |
| Independent Study | 79 |
| Directed Study | 77 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 10 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To develop and apply a wide range of operational and peripheral skills to authentic case scenarios. |
| LO2 | To evaluate and reflect upon the practical scenarios against the College of Policing professional conduct framework and illustrate how personal practice can be strengthened. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | Case Study Interactive | 15 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 1 | Reflective Viva | 15 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical / Clinical Viva (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |