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2014-2015 University Catalog

CRIM 230 - Introduction to Homeland Security

Credits: 3 (NR)
Introduces fundamental concepts of homeland security. Examines governmental actions designed to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from man-made and natural disasters. Focuses on efforts to align preparedness, incident management, and emergency response plans from various agencies (federal, state, local, tribal, private sector, and non-governmental).

Equivalent to CRIM 461 (2010-2011 Catalog); ADJ 461 (2009-2010 Catalog).

Prerequisite(s): CRIM 100

Notes: CRIM majors who are concentrating in homeland security and justice are strongly encouraged to take this course before or during the first semester of taking upper-level courses in the concentration.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0