Overview

The aim of the course is to equip students with the latest advances in emergency management knowledge and practice. Students apply their knowledge through industry and community based project work which involves the conduct of risk assessments, development of emergency management plans, and an analysis of the management of a major emergency event. In addition to the emergency planning and operations management core subjects, students study climate change impacts and GIS.

Admission and Credit

Admission

Entry Requirement

Language requirements

Standard

Structure

Course information
Elective set 8 Credit Points

Enrolment Pattern

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
1.
examining and critically evaluating the emergency /disaster cycle
2.
developing and implementing emergency management plans, policies and procedures
3.
analysing emergency operational management and identifying improvements
4.
developing an appreciation of climate change and GIS in relation to emergency management

Related courses

Alternative exit options

The Bachelor and Associate Degree [Exit Point Only] make up an articulated set of courses and credit is given in each higher level course for the subjects completed in the lower.