Homeland Security Specialization

conceptual and theoretical framework of modern and historical terrorism in order to understand the roots of the problem. It explores various mechanisms of response to the future use of weapons of mass destruction as well as the executive protection of senior transportation and government management officials. Although terrorism has been a known phenomenon for centuries, it has become the most frequent form of conflict in the late 20th century. Friedrich Nietzsche cautioned that, “Stare not into the Abyss, lest the Abyss stare back to you.” The intelligence and law enforcement community must learn to cooperate with each other and refocus on the “war on terrorism.”

to the transportation industry are prolific and sometimes seemingly overwhelming. Government, private industry and operators must coordinate the free flow of goods within the global market in a safe and seamless manner in order to be profitable. This course will closely examine the industry from a historical perspective and then analyzes the interaction necessary to create adequate security inside the vast network of intermodal operations. The course explores the actual threat to each industry and concentrates on appropriate counter terrorism measures within each component from a domestic and global perspective. The course will include a review of emerging technology in the field of transportation security.

and terrorism have been known phenomenon for centuries, they have become unique types of conflict in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Success in preventing nuclear warfare and in curbing the outbreak of most conventional war has resulted in many forms of low intensity violence, a significant feature of which is overt terrorism and organized crime, specifically drug and human trafficking. Additionally, ideological hardening, ethnic militancy, and religious revivalism have fueled terrorist ambitions. Broadly speaking, there are three types of terrorism, classified on the basis of actors. The course will address all three types: domestic United States, international or group directed, and state sponsored, and how law enforcement can respond to them Additionally, the global drug and human trafficking economy, intermixed with its associated crime requirements (i.e. money laundering, arms deals etc.) affects the whole world. The central thrust of this course is to examine how and why global crime and terrorism have emerged; what are their implications for political and military institutions; what capabilities and limitations bear on combating this threat, and what the future portends for national societies and global stability. The combined efforts of local, state, and national law enforcement, supplemented by the military are crucial to these goals.

learners with a comprehensive introduction to the major issues essential for understanding Homeland Security and its foundation in all-hazard emergency management. Activities provide the Learner the opportunity to examine the role of public health, environmental protection and the private sector in homeland security. Other topics include the U.S. Patriot Act and the challenge of balancing security with civil liberties, cyberterrorism and cybersecurity, the role of the private sector in protecting communities, and emerging trends in homeland security.

aspects, attractiveness, consequences, and capabilities, of the maritime asymmetric threat from Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) and Liquid Propane Gas (LPG), to piracy, divers, swarm attacks, containers as weapons of mass destruction, and rogue vessels. This course will explore the primary national and international strategies that shape the response to maritime terrorism. The asymmetric threat posed by terrorists is a challenge faced by security and law enforcement organizations throughout the world. One of the greatest vulnerabilities contained within this threat resides in the maritime domain. Often referred to as "the Achilles heel of global trade” the modern, “just in time” supply system, used by manufacturers and retailers alike, underscore the need to maintain the security of the world’s Maritime Transportation System (MTS).

conduct a research study of a topic within the academic discipline of Homeland Security and document the results in a formal project report. The Learner will demonstrate the ability to identify a solution to a policy, program, or work place problem. The study report will include a critique or justification of the research effort based on the current status of the issue under study and recommend a plan of action.