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The ARC Homeland Security certificate program examines the roots of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, intelligence analysis, response methods, natural disaster incidents, threat mitigation, crisis negotiation, and conflict resolution. It explores topics directly associated with border security and security for transportation infrastructure, including: seaports, ships, aircraft, trains, train stations, pipelines, and bus systems.

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Homeland Security Certificate

This certificate examines the roots of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, intelligence analysis, response methods, natural disaster incidents, threat mitigation, crisis negotiation, and conflict resolution. It explores topics directly associated with border security and security for transportation infrastructure, including: seaports, ships, aircraft, trains, train stations, highways, bridges, rail lines, pipelines, and bus systems.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Certificate Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
HLS 300	Introduction to Homeland Security	3
HLS 302	Intelligence Analysis and Security Management	3
HLS 304	Transportation and Border Security	3
Total Units:		9

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

construct a historical time-line reflecting significant terrorist threats and events in the United States and globally.
classify the roles, functions of, and interdependency among local, federal and international law enforcement and military agencies to counter and combat terrorism.
differentiate between ethical and unethical attitudes and actions regarding the execution of homeland security practices.
identify the characteristics, ideologies, motives and behaviors of various extremist and terrorist groups that foster and support terrorist, criminal activities.
explain operational knowledge of intelligence gathering and analysis processes pertinent to homeland security.
identify and describe threats to national and international security.
outline the primary federal, state, and local agencies in the United States that are affiliated with border and transportation security and the ethical parameters in which they operate.
discuss differences in dealing with security threats for passengers versus freight/cargo transportation systems and border security.
describe the impact of technology on countering threats to transportation systems and border security.

Homeland Security (HLS) Courses

HLS 300 Introduction to Homeland Security

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the vocabulary and various components of homeland security. It emphasizes the agencies associated with homeland security and their interrelated duties and relationships. Topics include critical threats confronting homeland security, historical events impacting homeland security, and related state, national, and international laws.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

outline the essential characteristics of national and international acts of terrorism.
construct a historical timeline reflecting significant terrorist threats and events in the United States and globally.
solve critical incident problems as an individual and in a coordinated team setting.
compose a historical timeline reflecting methods and outcomes used by national and international law enforcement and military agencies to counter and combat terrorism.
classify the roles, functions of, and interdependency among local, federal and international law enforcement and military agencies to counter and combat terrorism.
differentiate between ethical and unethical attitudes and actions regarding the execution of homeland security practices.
identify the characteristics, ideologies, motives, and behaviors of various extremist and terrorist groups that foster and support terrorist and criminal activities.

HLS 302 Intelligence Analysis and Security Management

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines intelligence analysis and its relationship to the security management of terrorist attacks and natural disasters, as well as vulnerabilities of our national defense and private sectors. It emphasizes ethical principles and how the intelligence community operates in support of federal, state, and local homeland security agencies.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

explain operational knowledge of intelligence gathering and analysis processes pertinent to homeland security.
outline basic intelligence policies and functions of the U.S. government branches.
articulate the meaning of current legislation defining intelligence agency responsibilities.
enumerate specific methods and techniques for obtaining, synthesizing, and analyzing intelligence.
evaluate intelligence using critical judgment and evidentiary analysis.
implement basic intelligence gathering techniques and analysis.
forecast terrorist activities using various forms of intelligence.
describe the foundation and goals for security.
identify, describe, and analyze threats to national and international safety and security.
apply ethical and professional principles to intelligence gathering and analysis.

HLS 304 Transportation and Border Security

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310, ENGRD 312, ENGWR 300, AND ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an overview of modern border and transportation security challenges and presents different methods to address these challenges. Topics include security for transportation infrastructure related to seaports, ships, aircraft, airports, trains, train stations, trucks, highways, bridges, rail lines, pipelines, and bus systems. It emphasizes technological solutions employed to enhance security of borders and transportation systems.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

outline the primary U.S. federal, state, and local agencies affiliated with border and transportation security and related ethical challenges and guidelines.
construct a global historical timeline reflecting significant transportation-related terrorist threats and events.
compare and contrast the modes of transportation, their industries, and associated security concerns.
identify general vulnerabilities and risks in transportation and border security systems.
describe the impact of technology on countering threats to transportation systems and border security.
compare and contrast security threats to passenger and freight/cargo transportation systems.
classify roles, functions, and the interdependence among local, federal, military, and international law enforcement agencies related to border security.
analyze transportation and security data and develop security recommendations.
solve transportation and border security problems in individual and coordinated team settings.
describe the supply chain logistics and modes of transportation.

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