JST344 Terrorism Awareness (8)

This subject will provide an understanding of the basic principles of terrorism as it relates to law enforcement and security, an understanding of terrorist group ideology, types of terrorism, types of terrorists, and the role of law enforcement in combating terrorism and acts of terrorism.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Manly Campus
Session 3 (90)
Online
Manly Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: JST344. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security

Enrolment Restrictions

The subject is restricted to students from each of the following programs: -
Bachelor of Policing
Bachelor of Policing (Investigations)
Bachelor of Emergency Management
Bachelor of Border Management
Bachelor of Public Safety and Security
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminal Justice

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of terrorism principles and history
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic history of how terrorism has developed and has changed throughout time
  • be able to discuss why policing methodologies need to be flexible to take into account changes in terrorists tactics
  • be able to demonstrate a knowledge of terrorist groups likely to operate within Australia, their ideology and objectives
  • be able to identify and report potential terrorist activity, the motivation and modus operandi of terrorist groups and individuals
  • be able to discuss the role and responsibility of law enforcement in combating terrorism

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • The evolution of terrorism from its beginnings to its current form
  • The basic principles of terrorism as it relates to law enforcement
  • Terrorist group ideology
  • Types of terrorism
  • Types of terrorists
  • The role of law enforcement personnel in combating terrorism

Contact

For further information about courses and subjects outlined in the CSU handbook please contact:

Current students

Future students

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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