HMLS 210 - Critical Infrastructure Protection

This course provides an introduction to the policy, strategy, and practical application of critical infrastructure protection from an all-hazards perspective. The focus of this course is the predominant infrastructure sectors such as water, energy, power, telecommunications, Internet and cyber infrastructure. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): HMLS 201 . Three hours each week.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course a student will be able to:

Explain the evolution of critical infrastructure protection as a core homeland security policy area.
Explain the regulatory and technical architecture of the principle critical infrastructure sectors in the U.S.
Discuss the 11 sectors of the National Strategy for Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Key Assets.
Assess the 21st century risk environment and its application to the critical infrastructure protection mission area.
Identify and evaluate the roles and responsibilities of key critical infrastructure public and private sector stakeholders.

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