Science of Disaster (L0102) (10/01-10/03)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides the participants with an overview of scientific principles and concepts that shape our increasingly dangerous world. The contents of the course include the following:

Introduction to Science of Disaster provides a definition and benefits of science.
Earth Science describes how the Earth's design sets the stage for the world's natural hazards including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and landslides/sinkholes.
Climatology describes the scientific basis of common atmospheric hazards including convective storms, tropical cyclones, and other hazardous weather.
Chemical and biological basics identifies the scientific basis of chemical and biological threats.
Explosive, radiological, and nuclear fundamentals identifies the scientific basis of those threats.

Training Dates: 10/01/2024 - 10/03/2024

Training Location:

Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte

140 East Shore Parkway
LaPorte, IN 46350

Prerequisites:

IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
IS - 200 for Single Resources and Initial Action (Any Version)
IS-230: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
IS-120: Introduction to Exercise
IS - 800 An Introduction to National Response Framework
IS - 100 Introduction to Incident Command System

Registration: Please register for this course through the ACADIS Portal.

Students will need to complete the NETC application for this course.

https://training.fema.gov/netc_online_admissions/

INVITE CODE: IN102

Use the below information on the NETC application.

Head of Organization Name: Justin Stump

Head of Organization Title: Emergency Management Training Program Manager

Head of Organization Email: [email protected]

Confirm Head of Organization Email: [email protected]

Registration Deadline: 10/01/2024

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