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CSS491Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Emergency, Riot And Disaster Control Management

This course introduces students to emergency, riot, and disaster control management. It covers the meaning and types of emergencies, natural and artificial disasters, and disaster management strategies. The course explores psychosocial consequences of disasters, crisis intervention techniques, and the role of microfinance in disaster settings. It also examines domestic threats, hostage taking, negotiation, and the impact of youth poverty and unemployment on emergency situations.

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150h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Emergency ManagementRiot ControlDisaster ManagementCrisis InterventionPsychosocial Support

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Emergency Management

2

Disaster Response

3

Crisis Intervention

4

Psychosocial Support

5

Community Resilience

6

Microfinance in Disasters

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Emergency Manager

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Disaster Relief Coordinator

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Security Analyst

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Crisis Intervention Specialist

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Community Development Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government AgenciesNon-Governmental OrganizationsSecurity FirmsCommunity DevelopmentInternational Aid

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Emergency: Meaning and Types

3 study hours
  • •Define emergency and differentiate between natural and artificial emergencies.
  • •Discuss the causes and consequences of different types of emergencies.
Week
2

Module 1:

5h

Unit 2: Natural Disasters and Emergency Reconstruction

3 study hours
  • •Examine the causes and effects of natural disasters.
  • •Analyze the process of emergency reconstruction and its challenges.

Unit 3: Emergency Management History

2 study hours
  • •Trace the history of emergency management and its evolution.
  • •Discuss the key milestones and turning points in emergency management history.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 4: Riot and Disturbance Control Prevention Procedures and Techniques

4 study hours
  • •Identify riot and disturbance control prevention procedures and techniques.
  • •Discuss strategies for managing and preventing civil unrest.
Week
4

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Causes of Prison Riots

4 study hours
  • •Analyze the causes of prison riots and factors contributing to unrest.
  • •Discuss strategies for preventing and managing prison riots.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Psychosocial Consequences of Disaster

4 study hours
  • •Examine the psychosocial consequences of disasters on individuals and communities.
  • •Discuss the psychological impact of disasters on mental health and well-being.
Week
6

Module 2:

6h

Unit 2: The Stages of Psychological Response to Disasters

3 study hours
  • •Identify the stages of psychological response to disasters.
  • •Analyze the emotional and behavioral changes that occur during each stage.

Unit 3: Community and Social Impacts of Disasters

3 study hours
  • •Assess the community and social impacts of disasters.
  • •Discuss the effects of disasters on social structures and community dynamics.
Week
7

Module 2:

7h

Unit 4: Assessing the Psychological Impact of Disasters

4 study hours
  • •Learn methods for assessing the psychological impact of disasters.
  • •Apply assessment techniques to evaluate the mental health needs of disaster victims.

Unit 5: Principles of Psychosocial Intervention Following Disasters

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the principles of psychosocial intervention following disasters.
  • •Apply intervention strategies to support disaster victims' mental health and well-being.
Week
8

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Social Capital Utilization and Preparedness for Natural Disasters

4 study hours
  • •Examine the utilization of social capital in preparing for natural disasters.
  • •Analyze the role of social networks and community bonds in disaster preparedness.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Understanding Crisis

4 study hours
  • •Define and understand the nature of crisis situations.
  • •Discuss the characteristics and dynamics of crises.
Week
10

Module 3:

5h

Unit 3: Crisis Intervention Goals and Steps

5 study hours
  • •Identify crisis intervention goals and steps.
  • •Apply crisis intervention techniques to manage and resolve crises.
Week
11

Module 3:

6h

Unit 4: Crisis Intervention Assessment

3 study hours
  • •Learn methods for assessing crisis intervention needs.
  • •Apply assessment techniques to evaluate the severity and impact of crises.

Unit 5: Crisis Intervention Treatment Approaches and Techniques

3 study hours
  • •Discuss crisis intervention treatment approaches and techniques.
  • •Apply treatment strategies to support individuals and communities in crisis.
Week
12

Module 4:

5h

Unit 1: The Role of Microfinance in Disaster Settings

5 study hours
  • •Examine the role of microfinance in disaster settings.
  • •Analyze how microfinance can support economic recovery and resilience.
Week
13

Module 4:

5h

Unit 2: Disaster Myths, Media Frames, and their Consequences: A Case Study of Hurricane Katrina

5 study hours
  • •Analyze disaster myths, media frames, and their consequences.
  • •Discuss the impact of media reporting on public perceptions of disasters.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback.

2

Create concept maps linking key concepts from each module.

3

Focus on understanding the different types of disasters and their management strategies.

4

Practice applying crisis intervention techniques to hypothetical scenarios.

5

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra focus on peak difficulty units.

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