Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Self Defence
Course Code
LSPA_613
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science; Psychology; Public Health; Rehabilitation; Social Welfare and Social Work; Sports Trainer
LQF
All Levels
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Voldemārs Arnis
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts
Riga, 3 Cigoriņu Street, spk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
To introduce students to legislation related to self-defence and practical elements of close combat. To improve physical and moral abilities, to learn self-defence as close combat skills and to strengthen health. On successful completion of the course, students will be able to execute correct kicks with the hands and feet, as well as to execute holding techniques and various throws. They are familiarised with special self-defence equipment authorised in the Republic of Latvia.
Preliminary Knowledge
The study course provides students with theoretical knowledge and basic practical skills. The skills acquired are useful in situations where there is a high level of risk. Learners are specially prepared for different situations in which they need to protect themselves and others as well as possible when health or life is at risk. Students are introduced to the variety, history and different elements of melee combat, are shown the different special clothing and special self-defence equipment allowed in the Republic of Latvia, and are familiarised with the self-defence legislation in force in the Republic of Latvia. The difference between civilian and service close combat is explained. Students are introduced to hygiene requirements.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Theoretical knowledge for dealing with situations of high risk, where it is necessary to protect oneself and others when health, life or property is at risk. Ability to recognise a person in training and to perform close combat by its distinctive elements. To learn about special clothing and its importance. Know the special self-defence equipment for civilians and military personnel authorised in the Republic of Latvia. To know the legislation in force in the Republic of Latvia relating to self-defence. Understanding of the differences between civilian and service close combat. Knowledge of general hygiene requirements and of certain requirements in close combat.
Skills
1.To be able to link the current legislation with the theoretical knowledge base and practical elements of close combat. To be able to recognise, name and apply the various elements of self-defence, close combat. On successful completion of the course, students will be able to execute correct kicks with the hands and feet, as well as hold techniques and various throws.
Competences
1.The acquired knowledge and skills are an opportunity to safely protect oneself and others, to correctly apply self-defence elements at the place of duty or in security work if necessary, to participate in the Ministry of the Interior Open Close Combat Championship.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
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Find and analyse the concept of self-defence in the legislation in force in the Republic of Latvia, indicate possible cases when the use of physical force and special means is allowed, as well as in which cases criminal liability for causing bodily harm is not incurred.
Demonstrate at least three of the five correct techniques of detention.
In order to evaluate the quality of the study course as a whole, the student must fill out the study course evaluation questionnaire on the Student Portal.
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Examination
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The written exam requires at least six correct answers out of ten, while the practical part requires at least three of the five detention techniques to be demonstrated accurately.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Latvia's legislation and regulations. Arrangements for the use and provision of special assets.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Types of weapons, their use and application.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Tactical handling of different situations, applications, reports, searches. Summary.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical introductory class. Self-defence as a help, not a threat. Guidelines for self-defence.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - breaking free from grabs and leaving the line of attack.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - detention techniques and their possible variations.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - advanced training in maintenance techniques.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - advanced training in maintenance techniques.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - self-defence and melee contact combat.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - learn the primary operations with special tools (baton, handcuffs, pepper gas).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - learn the primary operations with a firearm.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class and exam. Summary of possible self-defence actions and types of techniques, written test of theoretical knowledge.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Latvia's legislation and regulations. Arrangements for the use and provision of special assets.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Types of weapons, their use and application.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Tactical handling of different situations, applications, reports, searches. Summary.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Practical introductory class. Self-defence as a help, not a threat. Guidelines for self-defence.
|
-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - breaking free from grabs and leaving the line of attack.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - detention techniques and their possible variations.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - advanced training in maintenance techniques.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - advanced training in maintenance techniques.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - self-defence and melee contact combat.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - learn the primary operations with special tools (baton, handcuffs, pepper gas).
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class - learn the primary operations with a firearm.
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Practical class and exam. Summary of possible self-defence actions and types of techniques, written test of theoretical knowledge.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Krimināllikums un kriminālprocesa likums
Additional Reading
1.
Metodiskie norādījumi “Atbrīvošanās no satvērieniem”. Rīga, IeM Veselības un sporta centrs, 2009
2.
Combatives. Headquarters US Department of the Army. Washington : [s.n.], 1992. 300 p.
3.
Z. Labalaiks, J. Dravnieks, U. Bērziņš, E. Tarasovs. Sporta instruktora rokasgrāmata karavīriem. Rīga: Fobo, 2004
4.
Trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga: Jumava, 2004
5.
Andrē, E. Pašaizsargāšanās māksla. Džiu-džitsu. Praktiskā bibliotēka. Rīga [b.i.], 1933. 96 lpp.
6.
Uzbrukuma atvairīšanas un aizturēšanas taktika. Rīga: IeM Veselības un sporta centrs, 2007
7.
Advanced ground control and restraint. The World Kobudo Federation, 1996
8.
Liepiņš, A. Boksa tehnikas pamati. LSPA. Rīga : [b.i.], 1975. 58 lpp.
9.
Valsts policijas koledžas Profesionālās pilnveides izglītības programmas "Policijas darba pamati" un speciālās fiziskās sagatavošanas izdales materiāli
Other Information Sources
1.
Likums “Par policiju”, likums “Par Valsts ieņēmumu dienestu” un “Dienesta gaitas likums”