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Jan 15, 2025
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HLS 103 - Intro Phys Security/Deterrents to Terrorism
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course focuses on the development and implementation of a Vulnerability Assessment program. Students look at the Vulnerability Assessment’s role in the Risk Assessment process and learn how it supports the development of the Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Site Physical Security Program. Students learn the step-by-step approach of the Criticality, Accessibility, Recuperability, Vulnerability, Effect and Recognizability (CARVER) system and identify the application of the program to Vulnerability Assessment. Students apply a research methodology for gathering information, conducting investigations and interviews as well as briefings with the client. Additionally, students explore the various idiosyncrasies that occur with the different types of facilities, taking into condiseration the various aspects of physical and cybersecurity and learn how to apply credibility and nuisance tests. Personnel access, traffic control and other mitigation measures are also covered.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Assess risks by utilizing critical and analytical thinking skills.
- Apply the CARVER approach to vulnerability assessments.
- Conduct interviews of on-site experts and knowledgeable employees.
- Explain the risk assessment principles in a real world environment.
- Conduct principles of security analysis for facilities and programs in a cost respectful but comprehensive manner.
- Conduct required status and out-briefs with the client management.
- Describe the role of the Vulnerability Assessment in the Risk Assessment program.
Listed Topics
- Defining risk analysis
- Physical protection systems principles and concepts
- Design and evaluation criteria
- Planning and managing the assessment
- Vulnerability assessment process inputs - establish protection objectives
- The CARVER system
- Access control systems
- Practical exercise
Reference Materials
Required Text(s): A contemporary text in the field.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Technological Competence
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 02/23/2024
Last Reviewed: 02/23/2024
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