CRJ 270 - Principles Homeland Security

Institution:

West Virginia Northern Community College

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

Students will gain an understanding of Homeland Security by understanding the various principles, which establishes a foundation upon which to organize our effects as a nation. Students will gain an understanding of how the National Strategy aligns and focuses homeland security functions within critical areas such as intelligence and warning, boarder and transportation security, domestic terrorism, protecting critical infrastructure, defending against catastrophic terrorism, and emergency preparedness and response. The first three mission areas focus primarily on preventing terrorist attacks; the next two on reducing our Nation's vulnerabilities; and the final one on minimizing the damage and recovering from the aftermath of terrorist's attacks.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wvncc.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 233-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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