Emrgng Issues in Homeland Sec

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

This class will explore threats and circumstances impacting the homeland security of the United States. Specific areas of focus will include homegrown violent extremism and domestic terrorism, cyber-attacks, international terrorism, immigration, transnational drug trafficking, transportation security, influence operations by foreign intelligence organization, domestic intelligence gathering and information sharing activities. The class will include extensive discussion on the privacy and civil liberty implications of current homeland security efforts. Students will be expected to stay up-to-date on current events.