Terrorism,WMD,Homelnd Security

Catalog description

A sociological exploration of what terrorism is, why it occurs, prudent approaches to reducing the incidence of terrorism, and failed approaches; the origins and functions of homeland security; the necessity of maintaining an all-hazards approach; and issues surrounding the placement of FEMA within the Department of Homeland Security. WMD history; an overview of the basic known biological, chemical, radiological and nuclear materials likely to be used as weapons; approaches to inoculation and treatment before and after exposure. Offered in spring of odd years.