Homeland Security and Emergency Management, A.S.

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The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Program will prepare students to continue their education to earn a B.S. degree or to enter the workforce. Students in the program learn about issues and problems in society’s response to terrorism and emergency situations. Coursework provides particular career-oriented skills for career opportunities in courtrooms, Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE), homeland security, emergency management, border patrol and national corporate security.

Transfer Information: Articulation Agreement with Monmouth University and Transfer Resources

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Distinguish the roles of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Utilize intelligence and technologies to enhance security
Develop emergency operations plans related to the mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery strategies for all-hazards concepts, including: terrorism, natural and man-made disaster, emergency management, prevention and protection, preparedness and response
Recognize how terrorism is investigated for homeland security and emergency management and share essential information for analysis
Debate Twenty-First Century issues of civil liberties and civil rights, National Security concerns, and privacy rights
Examine the issues of professional responsibility and ethical standards as they relate to Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Requirements:

General Education - 30 credits

As described in the General Education section of the catalog.

The following General Education courses are required:

ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
Humanities (Recommended:HIST105 - World Civilization I , HIST106 - World Civilization II , HIST135 - American Civilization I , HIST136 - American Civilization II , ENGL 235 World Literature I or ENGL 236 World Literature II or) Credits 3
PSYC105 - Introduction to Psychology I: Physical & Sensory Aspects or PSYC106 - Introduction to Psychology II: Personality & Social Aspects Credits: 3
POLI105 - American National Government Credits: 3
MATH145 - Algebraic Modeling Credits: 4
General Education Lab Science Credits 4
Any General Education Lab Science or 4-credit Math course or COMP129 - Information Technology and COMP128 - Fundamentals of Programming Credits: 4
SOCI105 - Intercultural Communication: The Person and The Process Credits: 3

Career Studies -30 credits

CRJU101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice System Credits: 3
CRJU204 - Forensic Investigation Credits: 3
CRJU229 - Criminal Due Process Credits: 3
CRJU236 - Counter Terrorism Credits: 3
CRJU237 - Homeland Security Credits: 3
CRJU238 - Principles of Emergency Management Credits: 3
ENVR126 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Credits: 3 (t)
NETW107 - Introduction to Security Credits: 3 (t) (offered Fall term only)
POLI225 - International Relations Credits: 3 (offered Spring term only)
SPCH130 - Interpersonal Communications Credits: 3

Notes:

(*) Students intending to transfer to Monmouth University will need to take another General Education Science course. Students should consult a counselor.
(t) Career studies course that satisfies technological competency.

Total credits required for degree: 60

Program code for Registration: HLSEM

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Suggested Sequence - Homeland Security and Emergency Management A.S.

The following is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.

Semester 1 - Fall Term

ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
CRJU101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice System Credits: 3
MATH145 - Algebraic Modeling Credits: 4
POLI105 - American National Government Credits: 3
PSYC105 - Introduction to Psychology I: Physical & Sensory Aspects Credits: 3 or
PSYC106 - Introduction to Psychology II: Personality & Social Aspects Credits: 3

Total Credits: 16

Semester 2 - Spring Term

ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
CRJU236 - Counter Terrorism Credits: 3
CRJU237 - Homeland Security Credits: 3
SPCH130 - Interpersonal Communications Credits: 3
General Education Lab Science or Mathematics or COMP 129 Information Technology and COMP128 - Fundamentals of Programming Credits 4

Total Credits: 16

Semester 3 - Fall Term

CRJU229 - Criminal Due Process Credits: 3
CRJU238 - Principles of Emergency Management Credits: 3
SOCI105 - Intercultural Communication: The Person and The Process Credits: 3
NETW107 - Introduction to Security Credits: 3 *
General Education Lab Science Credits: 4

Total Credits: 16

Semester 4 - Spring Term

CRJU204 - Forensic Investigation Credits: 3
ENVR126 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Credits: 3
POLI225 - International Relations Credits: 3 **
General Education Humanities (HIST 105 , HIST 106 , HIST 135 , HIST 136 , ENGL 235 or ENGL 236 Credits: 3

Total Credits: 12

Notes:

*Offered Fall term only ** Offered Spring term only

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