Overview
This course provides theory and application of both computer and internet-based programs in emergency management, including the use of various emergency modeling programs. The course will also introduce you to potential applications of information technology to the field of emergency management in general. My intent with this course is to … For more content click the Read More button below.
The applications and technologies we will utilize and discuss are pertinent to emergency management, firefighting, law enforcement, emergency medical services, public health, hazardous materials and natural disaster response, and/or homeland security. Some will even be pertinent to your personal life. Topics covered in this course will include use of geographic information systems (GIS), digital hazard modeling, alert and warning systems, communications technologies, web-based situational awareness programs, and social media.
This course is being taught by Arizona State University (ASU), and will be offered to UNSW students. The course will be offered solely online, and utilise the internationally renowned online educational systems of ASU.
Conditions for Enrolment
Prerequisite: Students who are not enrolled in a postgraduate program in the School of Public Health and Community Medicine will need to provide approval from their program authority and the approval of the course convenor to postgrad-sphcm@unsw.edu.au
Course Attributes
Plus Alliance Outgoing
Delivery
Fully online - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Course Outline
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Fees
| Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $1003 |
| Domestic Students | $4020 |
| International Students | $6000 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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