CJ 388 - Global Terrorism and Homeland Security

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Virginia Wesleyan University

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Description:

From ancient times to the present, terrorists have both scarred and transformed the world. Depending upon one's viewpoint, a terrorist can be a patriot, a madman, an anarchist or a martyr. Students review the characteristics, causes and controls of global terrorism along with responses to it. Key concepts are examined and placed into real-world context. Attention is given to counterterrorist responses, including U.S. Homeland Security. Prerequisite: six semester hours of criminal justice. Offered fall of oddnumbered years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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