Communication for Policing Proficiency - Assignment Guidelines

ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES

  • Semester: 1

  • Year: 2026

  • Module Name: Communication for Policing Proficiency

  • Module Code: PCU100

  • Due Date: 20 April 2026

  • Total Marks: 75

STEP 1: COMPLETING YOUR ASSIGNMENT

  • Your assignment answer must include the following sections:

    • COVER PAGE

      • Include the following information on the first page:

      • Name

      • Surname

      • Student Number

      • Module Code

    • BODY

      1. Type your assignment in MS Word format and save as a PDF document

      • Navigate to: File > Save As > Save as Type: PDF

      1. Save your file with the naming convention: [STUDENTNUMBER] [MODULECODE] [SURNAME].pdf

      • Example: 21111234 PCU152 Surname.pdf

    • LIST OF REFERENCES

      • Refer to the STADIO Referencing guide for guidance

STEP 2: SUBMITTING YOUR ASSIGNMENT ON CANVAS

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    1. Log in using your MySTADIO details:

      • Username: studentnumber@stadioDL.ac.za

      • Password: ID number

    2. Select your desired module from the dashboard to submit your assignment

    3. Ensure submission is on or before the due date and time

      • Format must be MS Word or PDF

      • Scanned documents will not be marked

  • Submission process is the same on computers and mobile devices; download the Canvas Student Application

    • Ensure your completed assignment is saved on your mobile device

  • You do not need a Canvas class ID and enrolment key to access your module

    • Contact the office if your module does not appear

  • For difficulties encountered during submission, contact the office for assistance

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRAFFIC LIGHT MATRIX (AIMat)

  • Part RED: May NOT use AI

  • Part AMBER: May use AI tools to guide you to the answer

  • Part GREEN: MUST use AI

  • Detail of AI Use

    • For Questions 1-4, you may use an AI tool to guide you toward the answer; reference AI-generated content according to the STADIO Referencing Guide

    • AI may be used to correct grammar

      • Capture text before and after grammar corrections, explaining which tool(s) were used

    • Note: STADIO employs AI writing detection tools

    • Presenting AI-produced work as your own is against STADIO's Plagiarism policy

QUESTION 1 (25 MARKS)

  • This is an essay question requiring:

    • A title

    • Headings and sub-headings (numbered except the title)

    • An introduction explaining the essay and topic

    • A discussion of required aspects with examples as needed

    • A conclusion summarizing the essay

  • Context: The Station Commander instructs personnel that no vacation leave will be scheduled during the 2026 Festive Season to ensure maximum personnel for policing

  • Source: Fictitious Case Study

    • Describe five purposes of a letter in the workplace with relevant examples (10 marks total: 1 mark for each purpose and 1 mark for each relevant example)

    • Discuss five aspects to consider when planning a letter with practical examples from the above context (10 marks total: 1 mark per discussion and 1 mark per example)

    • Marks allocation for essay structure: 2 for introduction, 1 for headings, 2 for conclusion (5 total marks)

QUESTION 2 (25 MARKS)

  • Background Scenario:

    • Mr. X from 5 Main Street, Roodepoort reported a house robbery when his family was asleep.

    • An unknown assailant entered with a firearm, and items were stolen; Mr. X and his wife were tied up

    • Source: Fictitious Case Study 2.1

      1. Identify the type of crime involved and explain the purpose of a statement in this case (5 marks: 1 for crime identification, 4 for explanation)

      2. Write a statement based on the scenario, ensuring to include elements of an effective statement (16 marks: 5 for pre-amble, 8 for body, 3 for end)

      3. Explain the elements of the crime committed (4 marks: 1 for each element)

QUESTION 3 (25 MARKS)

  • Background Scenario:

    • Conflict and problem solving at shift B: Meyerton Station reports by Sergeant X on conflicts among 25 members of shift B, highlighting:

      • Bullying tactics and belittling family members

      • Lack of trust and shouting at crime scenes

      • Blame for the shift's poor performance

    • Source: Fictitious Case Study 3.1

      1. Discuss five steps of Dewey’s six-step problem-solving process applied to resolve shift B conflicts, with practical examples for each stage (10 marks total: 1 for each process step and explanation/example)

      2. Explain how to establish a successful team post-conflict; include 5 characteristics of a successful team and practical examples for each (10 marks total: 1 for explanation and 1 for example for each characteristic)

      3. Describe five process roles played by team members (5 marks: 1 for each role)

ASSIGNMENT TOTAL: 75 MARKS