BMT-2880 Emergency Management

Credits 3
This course provides individuals and organizations with tools to prepare for and recover from both natural and man-made disasters. Students gain an understanding of the phases of emergency management: prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Students learn how to plan for emergencies and how to train staff through emergency management training scenarios. Additionally, students determine the need for and completeness of various emergency management plans. Lastly, students develop a household emergency preparedness plan.

Reading Proficiency Required

Formerly Formerly offered as MGT-2880. Students may not receive credit for both MGT-2880 and BMT-2880.
(Not offered summer.)

Course Outcomes

Define natural and man-made disasters
Explain the phases of emergency management: prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation
Determine completeness of an emergency management plan
Select appropriate emergency training scenarios for training staff
Develop a household emergency preparedness plan