This course introduces students to the theory and methodology of geographic profiling. The class is designed for police investigators, crime analysts, and others interested in the geography of crime and its application to criminal investigation. Environmental criminology, behavioral geography, crime pattern theory, routine activity theory, mental maps, criminal hunting methods, journey-to-crime research, serial crime, temporal patterns, and case linkage analysis are covered. Case examples are used to illustrate major points.
$395.00 - 40 Hours, POST Plan III
Irvine Police Department
1 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606
Lodging is available at the Holiday Inn in Costa Mesa, 3131 South Bristol Street, Costa Mesa 92626 - (714) 557-3000
For those participants who will be flying in, the Orange County Airport (SNA) is the most convenient.
For law enforcement personnel only.
If you would like to register for this class, please call the Center at (562) 985-4940 or email us. Please include the date you wish to attend, the agency you are with, agency address, phone number and number of registrants. We will send you a confirmation letting you know that we have registered you for the class. Reservations are on a first come first serve basis, a waitlist will be established once the maximum number of students has been met.
