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Basic & Advanced Training

Homeland Security and Terrorism Training

WCTC is proud to offer the following National Incident Management System Courses.

  • IS 100/IS 200 (combined course)
  • IS 300
  • IS 400

These courses are NIMS (National Information Management System) required for FY2006, to be completed by all first responders. The training is presented by certified ICS instructors utilizing hand-on scenarios and a mock city. The block of instruction also serves as a lead into the Enhanced Incident Management Unified Command course, which will be offered at WCTC in coming months.

Prerequisite: It is highly recommended that students take the IS700 course before taking the IS 100 and IS 200 courses.

Also check out our list of Specialized Training for Homeland Security and Terrorism Training.

Introduction to Terrorism - Course Outcome Summary

Information

Project Type Course
Course Number 504-108

Credits

3
Contact Hours 54
Instructional Area Police Science Technology
Instructional Level Associate Degree

Description

This course will provide a thorough understanding of the historical and current context of international and domestic terrorism using a criminological and criminal justice framework. Areas of study will include examining the motivations, ideologies, typologies, methods and tactics of terrorist organizations and individuals, as well as the implications of current trends for the United States and the global community. This course further analyzes the terrorist incidents which have given rise to heightened awareness and vulnerability to United States interests, counter-terrorism investigative techniques, and challenges facing the law enforcement and intelligence communities.

504-160 Intro to Homeland Security

Introduction to the concept of homeland security. Defines and explains homeland security. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will be thoroughly analyzed and its mission will be investigated. Also addresses chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive devices and the use of these weapons of mass destruction. The importance and basic elements of a planned response, methods used to prevent the importation of weapons of mass destruction into the U.S., and what is being and what can be done to prevent another large-scale terrorist incident in the United States will be covered. Students will also learn the Incident Command System required by National Incident Management System as well as the National Emergency Response System.

Contact Information

Jodi R. Crozier, Academy Director - 262.691.5070