Technical Certificate
Homeland Security
Fire Science Course Descriptions
Dean: Dr. Hasan Naima
Program Coordinator: Michael Wilson
Since the attacks of 11th September 2001, the West has sought the answer to the question, "Why are terrorists trying to kill us?" This is surely a fair question that requires an answer. It is also a very broad question. But a basic understanding of the reason does not provide any sort of protection, only a clue as how to prevent and prepare the first, second and third responders; as well as the general public from future encounters. However, homeland security is much broader than terrorism.
Homeland security also encumbers disasters as well. Preparedness and organization enables responders to put some sort of order to a chaotic situation. The quicker the organized response, the more capable are those affected to return to a normal state of affairs. This also enables victims to minimize their loss and the loss to the community or region.
The Homeland Security certificate program structures course work in a manner that will allow for the development of knowledge in terrorism and disaster prevention and awareness. It integrates language, science, history, culture and logic into a deconstructive process, which enables the student to deal with the threat of terrorism and disasters within the United States. Upon completion of the certificate program, the student will be able to interact with prevention and response agencies who are dealing with terrorism and disaster response.
Since the transferability of courses will vary depending on the specific four-year institution, it is strongly recommended that if students are intending to transfer to four-year institutions, they must consult with the transfer institution and with their respective KCKCC advisors before enrolling in order to determine the transferability of their courses. It is the student’s responsibility to determine the transferability of his/her courses.
College Requirement - All first time degree-seeking students who score 75 or above on the ACCUPLACER reading exam are required to take HUDV0100, Freshman Orientation (1 credit hour). All degree-seeking students who score below 75 on the ACCUPLACER reading exam will take HUDV 101, Strategies for Academic Excellence/Lifelong Learning (2 credit hours). (See exemptions)
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Hours |
Basic Skill
Requirements |
| ENGL 101 |
Composition I |
3 |
ENGL 102
ENGL 206 |
Composition II* or
Technical Writiing |
3 |
| Total |
6 |
| Mathematics Requirement |
MATH 104
BUSN 110 |
Intermediate College Algebra or
Business Math |
3 |
| Total |
3 |
| Humanities Requirement |
| HIST 115 |
World Civilization I |
3 |
| Total |
3 |
| Natural and Physical
Science Requirement |
CHEM 109
CHEM 101 |
General Chemistry or
Introduction to Forensic Science and Laboratory |
5 |
| Total |
5 |
| Foreign Language Requirement |
|
Foreign Language Core Electives |
10 |
| Total |
10 |
| Total General Education Requirements |
27 |
| Technical Requirements |
| CRJS 101 |
Introduction to Law Enforcement |
3 |
| FRSC 115 |
Fire Investigation |
3 |
| FRSC 170 |
Introduction to Homeland Security and Weapons of
Mass Destruction |
5 |
| HZMT 120 |
Chemical Spill & Release Response |
4 |
| Total |
15 |
| Total Hours Required for a Homeland
Security Technical Certificate |
42 |
*See course description for prerequisite.
Note: A minimum of 15 hours must be taken at this institution to be awarded this certificate.