BPA 222 - Emergency Management for Fire Service Officers

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Introduces the principles, concepts and practices of an integrated all-hazard emergency management system. Analyze the evolution of emergency management in federal, state and local government institutions. Apply current concepts and practices in emergency management to the mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery phases of natural and technological hazards that threaten the modern state. Evaluate strategies, resources and coordination among different levels and agencies of government necessary for successful delivery of emergency management operations.

Prerequisite(s): BPA 220 .