Homeland Security, Minor
The Homeland Security minor provided a study of the skills needed to analyze and minimize threats from man-made and natural disasters. The curriculum discusses the foundations of homeland security, terrorism, assessing and analyzing risks, how to protect infrastructure and key assets, and the basics of emergency management.
To access Minor Requirements, please view the Curriculum Guide tab.
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Homeland Security, Minor Program Page
Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Minor GPA: 2.0 or higher
Minor Requirements
- Students must complete at least 6 credit hours in their minor from SRU
- A minimum of 6 credit hours must be upper division (courses number 300 and above)
- A minor shall be no fewer than 18 credits
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| HSS 120 | Introduction to Homeland Security | 3 |
| HSS 130 | Principles of Emergency Management | 3 |
| HSS 210 | Fundamentals of Terrorism | 3 |
| HSS 230 | Risk Analysis and Strategic Planning | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Personnel Security | ||
| Fraud | ||
| Terrorist Organizations and Lone Wolves | ||
| Weapons of Mass Destruction | ||
| Protecting Infrastructure and Key Assets | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
MINOR IN HOMELAND SECURITY (80G)
This program is effective as of Fall 2020
Revised 08.20.20
UCC 04.21.20