CJ 321 - Terrorism and Homeland Security

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This upper division course was designed to provide students with an understanding and appreciation for the whole new concept that was formulated primarily to combat the threat of terrorism. Initially, Homeland Security was a term utilized by President George W. Bush to describe the creation of the newly formed Department of Homeland Security. This comprehensive reorganization of the federal government was undertaken with the specific intent of improving the security and safety of our nation against terrorist attacks such as the ones that occurred on 9/11. The concept of homeland security has now evolved into a much broader context that affects the everyday lives of all Americans. It affects our basic civil liberties (the Patriot Act), how we travel (airport and airline security), how we gather and disseminate intelligence information, how first responders are trained to respond to suspected acts of terrorism and how we conduct business with countries that harbor or foster terrorists. The see and other related topics concerning Homeland Security will be discussed during this course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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