Intro to Homeland Security

Catalog description

The focus on terror and the need to keep America safe has spawned substantial change in the world of public safety. This course will provide an overview of homeland security and the many organizational and governmental facets that require skilled personnel, vast multijurisdictional coordination, and substantial training. The emergency management system, including public health issues, and private sector involvement will also be discussed. A historical overview, post-9/11 governmental response, legislative changes, civil liberty and privacy concerns, counter-terrorism initiatives, and the future landscape of homeland security will also be discussed. (3 contact hours)