POLS 4200:Homeland Security Administration

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course examines the anatomy and response cycle of emergencies as they are managed by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). A study of pertinent laws, executive orders, and preparedness and response activities at the national, state, and local levels enables each student to understand the nature of crisis management, appropriate responses, and the resulting impact on society.