Off-campus access to library databases is limited to current TCC students, faculty, and staff only. Use your TCC email and password when prompted to log in. If you have problems accessing library resources, contact the library staff for help.
Remember to always evaluate all your sources! You want to make sure you are picking high quality, credible sources. Reviewing your sources using the C.A.A.R.P. guidelines will help you evaluate the currency, authority, accuracy, relevance, and purpose of the information you find.
Text Version of C.A.A.R.P. Test
For general browsing of our print collection for Criminal Justice, these Library of Congress call number sections might be of interest:
Click on one of the eBook collections listed below to browse available titles. Links will open in a new tab.
The library does not collect textbooks, however we may have a copy of your textbook if your instructor has placed one on reserve. Generally these can only be checked out for use in the library for a couple of hours. You can search our Course Reserves using the steps below. You can also stop by the library or chat with us online. We are always happy to check to see if we have a book available.
Visit the library's circulation desk to check out books that are part of the Reserves collection. Make sure you have your TCC ID with you. You'll need it to check out library materials.
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Criminal justice professionals protect lives and communities. To find out more, visit the Criminal Justice program page on the Human & Public Service pathway listed below.
Our Law Enforcement Academy, located at the Public Safety Training Center at TCC Northwest in Fort Worth, prepares a cadet for a career in law enforcement. To find out more, visit the Law Enforcement Academy website listed below.
The Law Enforcement Academy can provide on-site training to assist the Tarrant County Law Enforcement Community in its training needs. To find out more, visit the Law Enforcement Academy website listed below.
Firearms courses are held at the Firing Range (WPFR on this map) at TCC Northwest. To find out more, visit the Firearms Courses website listed below.