HSEM 295 - Independent Study

5 Credits

This Special topics train-the-trainer program is designed to prepare students to deliver community preparedness awareness information classes on emergencies and disasters. The training objectives: Able to understand and assess local needs using defined Department of Homeland Security sets and scenarios. Understand how to determine local communities capabilities. Gain knowledge of and develop partnerships with community organizations involved in preparedness.

Pre-requisite(s) HSEM 102 with min 2.0
Instructor Permission Required Yes
Course Note Must have completed 12 HSEM credits. Course can be taken as 1-5 credits with advisor approval.
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Designed to Serve Those serving or wishing to serve in Emergency Management public awareness roles in both the public and private sector
Active Date 20210311T08:50:51

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5
Independent Study Yes
OEE Yes
Class Limit 25
Contact Hours: Independent Studies 165
Total Contact Hours 165
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Agency/organization evaluation tools
Ethical and legal issues
Homeland Security/Emergency Management functions
Procedures and protocols for incident response
Leadership roles in emergency management

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will complete a given Homeland Security Emergency Management (HSEM) project that conforms to pre-designated requirements and exhibits a degree of mastery in the chosen HSEM area.