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 Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Describe the components of a total warning system. [REASON]
Identify, analyze and troubleshoot a variety of current standard warning, notification and communication systems. [REASON]
Analyze and compare the various technological directions in emergency management with information systems for sustainability and continuity of operations. [REASON]
Develop guidelines for operation, implementation and testing of an emergency warning, notification and communication system, including public awareness and involvement. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe the importance of communication systems interoperability locally, regionally and nationally in compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). [EXPLORE]
Adequately navigate a variety of technological systems including the credentialing of personnel to effectively operate and maintain technological methods. [EXPLORE]
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]
Develop an inventory of current information systems including methodology of communication for currency with trends in emergency management. [ACT]