PSCI416 Emergency Management Principles (3 cr.)

This course examines the fundamental elements of emergency management: mitigation, planning, response, and recovery. The function and interoperability of local, county, regional, and state programs are explored. Students plan, conduct, and participate in emergency management exercises.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Conduct a community hazard analysis.
2. Identify the responsibilities of government officials during an emergency.
3. Describe mitigation opportunities for identifiable threats and hazards.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of emergency management plans and how MNWALK applies to those plans.
5. Identify the primary roles of different public safety agencies when responding to emergencies.
6. Plan and conduct an emergency exercise with members of other agencies.