AES 3880Aviation Security

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Prerequisite(s): Sophomore Standing, or Permission of Instructor The history, development and strategies of prevention and response to aviation security issues are studied in this course. The role of international and national agencies, including statutes and regulations are detailed, with particular emphasis on Transportation Security Regulations as they apply to airports and aircraft operators. The history of air terrorism is addressed, focusing on terrorist threats and governmental responses before and after 9/11/2001.