HMSY 1338 - Homeland Security Emergency Communications Management

Institution:

Southwest Texas Junior College

Subject:

Description:

Interagency communication systems. Includes mutual air associations/LEPC, standardized communications systems, and centralized communications hubs. Also covers coordinating emergency traffic, maintaining communication infrastructure security, and establishing communication alert systems and backup communication systems. Topics include political and policy basis of emergency management, technology and emergency management, mitigation, disaster recovery, and hazardous materials awareness. Includes an overview of incident command systems, terrorism and emergency management, mitigation for emergency managers, debris management, and individual and community disaster education. Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week. TSI Requirement: M1; R2; W1. Prerequisite: None. Lab Fee: $24

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.swtjc.net

Phone Number:

(830) 278-4401

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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