2014-2015 Academic Catalog 
    
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EMERG 150 - Emergency Communication and Technology



3.0 Credits
Provides participants with the knowledge to develop communication and warning systems and to effectively maintain and update systems for proper operation.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the components of a total warning system. [REASON]
  2. Identify, analyze and troubleshoot a variety of current standard warning, notification and communication systems. [REASON]
  3. Analyze and compare the various technological directions in emergency management with information systems for sustainability and continuity of operations. [REASON]
  4. Develop guidelines for operation, implementation and testing of an emergency warning, notification and communication system, including public awareness and involvement. [COMMUNICATE]
  5. Describe the importance of communication systems interoperability locally, regionally and nationally in compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). [EXPLORE]
  6. Adequately navigate a variety of technological systems including the credentialing of personnel to effectively operate and maintain technological methods. [EXPLORE]
  7. Define and describe the various roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder involved in an emergency situation as they pertain to the warning and communication process. [ACT]
  8. Develop an inventory of current information systems including methodology of communication for currency with trends in emergency management. [ACT]



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