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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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HSPS 111 - Principles of Emergency Management
PROGRAM: Homeland Security/Public Safety
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2013
The purpose of this course is two-fold: to introduce concepts and basic descriptive information about the political system within the context of disaster policy and to demonstrate how political factors play a role in all phases of emergency management- regardless of the type or nature of the disaster event. To achieve these goals the course provides practical information drawn from disaster policy studies and case studies. This information is (wherever possible) reviewed for findings that can be generalized, that is, for lessons that are applicable to future disasters and emergencies.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Assess the importance of an intergovernmental, regional, and public/private view of the emergency planning process.
- Discuss the link between the emergency planning process and community preparedness.
- Describe the local, state, federal role in emergency planning.
- Assess patterns of pro-social or positive behavior that can support emergency plans.
- Compare sources of expertise in universities, federal agencies, and the private sector.
- Choose planning targets for evacuations, including special populations and facilities.
- Evaluate the elements considered when defining exposures and vulnerability.
- Write a functional annex and a hazard-specific annex.
- Assess barriers to government and business continuity planning.
- Discuss federal mandates for local training and exercises.
- Describe the citizen emergency decision making processes.
- Assess strengths and weaknesses of communication sources.
- Evaluate the impact of 21st century challenges for emergency management.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Planning
- Communications
- Technology
- Information Management
- Threat Assessment
- Hazards
- Intelligence
- Law and statutory authority
- Safety and Security
- Response and Recovery
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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