HSEM 1003 - Introduction to Terrorism:Perspectives

Institution:

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

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Description:

This course surveys contemporary terrorism, focusing on international, transnational, and domestic terrorism. Students will examine the roots of terrorism organizations, terrorist motivations, the controversies about defining terrorism, and actions taken by governmental agencies to counter terrorism. Student learning outcomes include an understanding of terrorism against the United States, a general knowledge of criminology and criminal justice as frameworks for analyzing terrorism, a general knowledge and understanding of the historical, psychological, and sociological explanations of terrorism, a general knowledge of the patterns and trends of terrorism, and a better understanding of the theories and policies of counterterrorism.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nwacc.edu

Phone Number:

(479) 636-9222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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