EM 102 - Introduction to Homeland Security Emergency Management

5 Credits

Provides a broad overview for exploring a career in homeland security emergency management (HSEM). Students will learn what an HSEM professional does, what an HSEM program consists of, and how that can be applied to a variety of organizations.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Course Note This course is part of the EM program. It is shared with and taught by Pierce College
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Summer Online
Fall Online
Winter Online
Spring Online

Designed to Serve Those wishing to enter into or advance in the Emergency Management Field in both the private and public sectors.
Active Date 20230320T11:45:33

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 25
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Introduction to Emergency Management
Evolution of Guidelines and Standards
Laws and Authorities
Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Impact Analysis
Incident Prevention and Hazard Mitigation
Resource Management
Mutual Aid Agreements
Emergency Plans for All Hazards
Direction, Command, Control, and Coordination
Operational Procedures
Logistics and Facilities
Training

Student Learning Outcomes
Define essential elements of an effective emergency management program.

Define the many roles, responsibilities and functions of the professional emergency manager in addressing holistic community needs.

Describe the actions taken in hazard identification and components of an emergency plan and principles that guide the planning process.

Examine the actions taken when planning for incident prevention and hazard mitigation in the context of population, infrastructure and equity.

Describe basic components of mutual aid systems.

Analyze compliance requirements for emergency communications and warnings.