EMGT 320 - Introduction to Disasters, Hazards and Risk Assessment

Credits 3
This course focuses on understanding natural disasters, hazard identification, and risk assessments. Primary emphasis is placed on in depth discussion of natural disasters and preparation, planning, and hazard assessment. Students will explore the challenges experienced when assessing risk and preparing for disasters of all types. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the following: types of disasters, disaster planning, regulatory influences; emergency preparedness; terrorism; computer and data protection, power systems, loss prevention strategies; assessing and managing risk, crisis planning; and managing the recovery efforts. Finally, at the conclusion of this course, students will prepare a Threat, Hazard Identification, and Risk Assessment appropriate for their agencies and/or local area.