EMG102 Emergency Decision Making (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Policing, law enforcement & emergency management (POLEM)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
In this subject, students will analyse the decision making processes used by emergency management professionals in managing emergency situations. Through the exercise of reflective practice, students will be further equipped in their approach to critical decision making as emergency management practitioners dealing with the prevention, preparedness, response and recovery aspects of emergency management.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
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| Distance | Manly | Session 2 |
| Distance | Manly | Session 3 |
| Distance | Manly |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EMG102
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of decision making within the context of managing emergency situations
- be able to explain the various models of decision making, concentrating on those applicable to time critical, emergency situations
- be able to describe the theory and concepts of decision making
- be able to identify factors that hinder or help decision making under stress
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- decision making in the context of managing emergency situations
- decision theory
- reflective practice and strategies for critical reflection
- case study analyses
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.