Introduction to Security

Catalog description

The history and development of the philosophy and legal basis of private and corporate security systems and structures in the United States including examination and discussion of housing security, transportation security, educational facility security, hospital/healthcare security, retail and commercial security, risk and threat assessment and analysis, critical infrastructure security, private investigations, digital and information security, and security within government markets. An examination of the relationship between private security and public safety/law enforcement. An introduction to the use of security and internal investigative systems within private businesses and corporations, including discussion of security awareness, relationships with other business structures and organizations, security and investigations within corporate structures. An examination and introductory analysis of the legal aspects of private security functions and an exploration of the balance of civil and criminal applications of security and their role in crime prevention or mitigation. 54.00 hours lecture. (Letter grade only)