Using Microcomputers in Law Enforcement

In addition to ILJs course on Using Microcomputers in Narcotics Investigations, ILJ has developed courses on other law enforcement computer applications including crime analysis, patrol allocation models, use of the Internet, and personnel management. Course curricula include:

• System requirements for hardware and software
• Use of database packages and spreadsheets
• Customized versus "off the shelf" software
• Security of hardware, software, and databases
• Hidden costs in buying and supporting an automated system
• Staff training