GPM418 Current Conflicts and Emerging Threats (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Policing, law enforcement & emergency management (POLEM)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject will extend students' earlier studies on the nature of terrorism and counterterrorism and the pre-2000 history of both, to focus on terrorism and counterterrorism in the post-9/11 world. In addition to considering recent and current terrorist threats and activities, students will examine current political and religious conflicts with a view to determining the likely future direction of terrorism. In each case, the motivation and modus operandi of the respective groups will be considered, both in themselves and comparatively. Particular attention will be paid to the motivations and impact of the 'suicide bomber' in current terrorist activity.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Distance * | Manly | Session 2 |
| Distance * | Manly |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: GPM418
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Enrolment is restricted to students in the: Grad Cert, Dip and Masters Terrorism, Safety and Security Grad Dip and Masters Investigation Management Grad Dip and Masters Criminal Intelligence Grad Dip and Masters Policing Practice
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to explain the causal factors behind recent terrorist activity, including the philosophy, aims and objectives of key groups involved in such activity
- be able to anticipate and critique possible future activities these groups might undertake
- be able to explain the modus operandi of current terrorist groups, in particular, suicide bombers and the use of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear terrorism (CBRN)
- be able to critically reflect upon emerging threats of terrorist activity
- be able to critique the impact of globalisation on terrorism and national security
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- the causal factors influencing contemporary terrorist groups - contemporary conflicts and the threat of terrorism - suicide bombers- motivations and profiles - role of women in suicide terrorism - CBRN terrorism - impact of globalisation - use of IT to aid in acts of terrorism - methods of attack and target selection
Residential School
This subject contains a optional 3 day residential school.
Students will have the option of attending a residential school rather than submitting a one of the assessment items (to be specified). While a residential school would be highly valuable for students' learning, it cannot be made compulsory due to the fact that a number of international students are expected to enrol in the course. Students will be strongly encouraged to attend.
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.