PS 211 - Terrorism & Counterterrorism

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course is intended to provide students with an introduction to the contemporary context of terrorism and counter-terrorism as phenomenon in the modern world. The first part of the course analyzes terrorism as a political tool. The second part of the course provides a transition into the study of counter-terrorism. The course provides a solid foundation for the study of terrorism, focusing on the history, root-causes, objectives and tactics of terrorist groups. Recognizing that the motivation of terror group varies, this course will address the "ideologies of terror" as well as the sociology, psychology and economics that inform the operational realities of the terrorism organizations. Topics in the second part of the course will include preventing terrorism through identification of terrorists and terrorist groups and the assessment of adequate law enforcement strategies and tactics, including intelligence gathering and analysis.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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