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2017-2018 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2017-2018 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Homeland Security Emergency Management: AAS (CTE)


Associate of Applied Science | 67 credits minimum

Institute of Public Safety and Criminal Justice
Miller Campus
PSET 270
General Information (80) 957-4073
Program Information (801) 957-5330
Program Website
Academic and Career Advising

Program Faculty
Professors − Dr. John Hill
Assistant Professors - Chris Bertram, Brett Terpstra

Program DescriptionThe Homeland Security Emergency Management Associate of Applied Science degree was created to prepare graduates for their roles in the multi-agency, multi-disciplinary, collaborative world of managing our nation’s security, disaster preparedness and response.  This is a growing field that is characterized by the need for professionals to prepare for and react to scenarios like the terror attacks of 9/11 and hurricane Katrina.  Recent incidents in Utah like the Herriman fire, Trolley Square and Grand America shootings, and numerous floods are examples of local incidents that require HSEM personnel to reduce the loss of life, property and critical infrastructure.

Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be prepared for careers in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private companies or may continue their education at the bachelor degree level. Positions may include, but are not limited to, homeland security professionals, emergency managers, protective service workers, and emergency operations staff.

Transfer/Articulation Information
SLCC has entered into an articulation agreement with Utah Valley University. Students successfully completing the Homeland Security Emergency Management Associate of Applied Science may matriculate into UVU’s Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management or Emergency Services Administration degree programs. Prior to transferring, students should also apply for an SLCC Letter of Completion through Enrollment Services.

Program Entry Requirements
Admission is consistent with general SLCC admission procedures and guidelines.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and books based on the number of credit hours and courses for each semester.

Estimated Time to Completion
If students follow the suggested semester schedule, time to completion is four semesters.

Program Student Learning Outcomes Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes
  1 - Acquire substantive knowledge
2 - Communicate effectively
3 - Develop quantitative literacies
4 - Think critically & creatively
5 - Become a community engaged learner
6 - Work in professional & constructive manner
7 - Develop computer & information literacy
Provide graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect people, property and critical infrastructure, and minimize the economic impacts of man-made and natural disasters. 1,2,3,4
Prepare graduates to be contributing Homeland Security and Emergency Management professionals in government agencies, non-profit organizations and private enterprises. 1, 2,3,4,5,6
Prepare graduates with a well-rounded education that encourages the ethical application of knowledge gained in a variety of disciplines. 2, 4, 5, 6
Prepare graduates with refined interpersonal management skills. 2, 6

General Education Requirements


Core Skills:


Quantitative Studies (QS) 3 Credits from the Following


American Institutions (AI) 3 Credits from the Following


Institutional Requirements:


Lifelong Wellness (LW) 1 Credit


Student Choice (IN or DEPTH) 3 Credits from the Following


Distribution Areas: (18 Credits)


Choose one course (3-4 credits) from each of the following distribution areas. One of the courses must also be a Diversity course (DV).

Life Sciences (LS)   3-4
Fine Arts (FA)   3-4
Humanities (HU)   3
Interdisciplinary (ID)   3
Physical Science (PS)   3
Social Science (SS)   3

 

Sample Schedule


Advising Notes:


It is the student’s responsibility to examine each course description for details of prerequisite classes. Those prerequisites must be satisfied before the designated class may be taken.  Students who need to take preparatory classes to meet the requirements for the first semester should plan on extra time to complete the program.

Additional Program Notes


Twenty-four credit hours of credit may be awarded to those individuals who successfully complete POST certified Special Functions Officer and Law Enforcement Officer.