Introduction to Homeland Security

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of the discipline of homeland security and emergency management. Since the September 11th terrorist attacks, homeland security and emergency management have evolved in response to the changing threat landscape. This course will address the all-hazards approach to homeland security and the numerous components that encompass this vast and ever-changing field. Topics covered include: the need to balance terrorism threats, natural disasters, and other hazards; the critical role of crisis communications and social media; intelligence and counterterrorism, border security and immigration; and transportation safety and security. Particular attention is paid to emerging threats to cybersecurity and the sixteen critical infrastructure sectors. Finally, the principles of all-hazards risk management including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery will be covered throughout the course in support of the larger roles and structures of the homeland security enterprise. As you begin your Homeland Security and Emergency Management degree, you engage with the most important threats and governing responses, embarking upon your continuous professional development within the homeland security and emergency management community. View Sample Syllabus