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Counter and Anti-Terrorism (via GS Online) (Web-based, Instructor-Supported)

(Course Available After Purchase)Instructor: Peter Black$195

Overview:
Explore why some groups employ terrorism as their mechanism for changing society. The course emphasizes an analytical and descriptive approach to the topic of counterterrorism and antiterrorism by identifying who are the terrorists; examining the perspectives of terrorists and how they operate; and exploring the political, legal, and societal responses to the current and future trends in terrorism. This is the final of four courses in the online professional development series on terrorism.

This is the final course in the Graduate School, USDA's online professional development series on terrorism.

In this text-based online course, you regularly submit assignments to an instructor. You must purchase an additional textbook.

Note: Enroll anytime. Take up to six months to complete. Register online or contact the Graduate School, USDA.
Who Should Attend?
Criminal justice professionals, policy makers, contractors, all levels of government employees, and anyone who needs a better understanding of how terrorism groups operate and of the methods available for combating terrorism.

Prerequisites:
Introduction to Terror and Terrorism (PUAP7000A).
Additional Information:
Order textbooks from Specialty Books. Select subject area Terrorism, then select course.
Objectives:
  • Define what constitutes an act of terrorism
  • Discuss the characteristics of a terrorist
  • Explain the changing nature of terrorism: past, current and future trends
  • Assess the impact of changing technology and weapons of terrorism
  • Explore the role of media in portraying and communicating terrorist acts
  • Examine the role of U.S. and international law in the 21st century for combating terrorism
  • Assess the financial, political and psychological costs of fighting terrorism
  • Review the impact of airport security measures in deterring or eliminating acts of terrorism
  • Explore the weapons of mass destruction and the future threat from chemical or biological weapons
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    Course Details
    CODE:  PUAP8002A
    TYPE:  Distance Education
    LENGTH:  6 Month(s)
    CREDIT:  1.8 CEU
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