EPT 130 - Mitigation & Preparedness

Credits: 3
Class: 3

Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.

This course introduces the mitigation and preparation techniques and methods necessary to minimize the impact of natural, technological, and man-made disasters. Topics include hazard identification and mapping, design and construction applications, financial incentives, insurance, structural controls, preparation, planning, assessment, implementation, and exercises. Upon completion students should be able to develop a mitigation and preparedness plan.