HLS 103 - Intro Phys Security/Deterrents to Terrorism

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Homeland Security

Description:

This course focuses on the development and implementation of a Vulnerability Assessment program. Students look at the Vulnerability Assessment's role in the Risk Assessment process and learn how it supports the development of the Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Site Physical Security Program. Students learn the step-by-step approach of the Criticality, Accessibility, Recuperability, Vulnerability, Effect and Recognizability (CARVER) system and identify the application of the program to Vulnerability Assessment. Students apply a research methodology for gathering information, conducting investigations and interviews as well as briefings with the client. Additionally, students explore the various idiosyncrasies that occur with the different types of facilities, taking into condiseration the various aspects of physical and cybersecurity and learn how to apply credibility and nuisance tests. Personnel access, traffic control and other mitigation measures are also covered.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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