**SYLLABUS HANDOUT**

**for**

Winter 2004

Incident Command System

EMAN 1110

Keith Deiml

## WELCOME TO METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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### SYLLABUS

#### METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

# SECTION I: THE CLASS AND THE INSTRUCTOR

COURSE SECTION AND TITLE: *EMAN 1110*

*Incident Management System*

ACADEMIC YEAR/QUARTER: *2004 Winter*

INSTRUCTOR'S NAME: *Keith Deiml*

LOCATION OF CLASS: *Omaha Fire Training Center, 550 Turner Bvld*

LOCATION OF LABS:

METHODS OF CONTACTING INSTRUCTOR:

[*kdeiml@mccneb.edu*](mailto:keiml@mccneb.edu)

*Office 402.457.2756*

*Fax 402.457.2768*

METRO OFFICE LOCATION: *Fort Omaha Campus, Building \# 5*

METRO OFFICE HOURS: *(day\[s\] of the week, time slot\[s\])*

METRO OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBER: *402.457.2906*

**[IMPORTANT DATES]{.underline}**: *(This section can be here, or at the
end of the syllabus under Section IV)*

DATE CLASS BEGINS: *December 2, 2004*

DATE CLASS ENDS: *February 24, 2005*

LAST DATE TO DROP CLASS: *(last date to drop class)*

DATES CLASS DOES NOT MEET: December 23, 2004 & December 30, 2004

# SECTION II: THE COURSE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course covers the emergency management practices used during an
emergency situation by responders. The structure and responsibilities of
the Incident Command System, the management of facilities, and typing of
resources are covered in this class. The National Incident Management
System (NIMS) principles are included in this course.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Suggested Skill Levels

English Level 2

Math Level 1

Computer Level 2

Reading Level 2

Science Level 1

Other Course(s) None

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

REQUIRED/SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:

> Student will need access to Emergency Management internet websites.
> This is available on campus through the campus learning centers,
> campus libraries, or off campus at a location of the student's choice.

# 

# SECTION III: STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

METHODS OF LEARNING:

> Students will be expected to participate in all lectures, discussions,
> and group activities. The reading of the textbook and class handouts
> are essential. On-line research is also a critical component of this
> course.

ATTENDANCE STATEMENT:

> The primary form of instruction in this course is lecture. Students
> are expected to attend all classes to receive the instructional
> material. The results of absences will be discussed on an individual
> basis.

STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:

> If you cannot attend and complete this course, you should officially
> withdraw by calling Central Registration, 457-5231. Failure to
> officially withdraw will result in either an instructor withdrawal
> (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is identified on
> the second page of this syllabus handout.

ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT:

> Students are reminded that materials they may use as sources for this
> course may be subject to copyright protection. Additional information
> about copyright is provided on the library webpage at
> [[http://www.mccneb.edu/library]{.underline}](http://www.mccneb.edu/library),
> by your instructor, or by the College\'s Copyright Officer. In
> response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism,
> etc.), the College imposes specific actions that may include receiving
> a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension from the
> College, or dismissal from the College. The disciplinary procedures
> are available in the Counseling/Advising Centers.

USE OF STUDENT WORK

> The ownership of student works submitted in fulfillment of classroom
> requirements shall remain with the student(s): By enrolling in classes
> offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives the
> College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be
> required by the process of instruction, as described in the course
> syllabus. The institution shall not have the right to use the work in
> any other manner without the written consent of the student(s).

ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM

> Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement
> of teaching and learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish
> this objective. For example, you may be asked to respond to surveys or
> questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments you are required
> to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for
> assessment purposes. This will be done in accordance with FERPA
> guidelines.

TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:

> By using the information technology systems at MCC(including the
> computer systems and phones) you acknowledge and consent to the
> conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan Community College
> Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of Information Technology and
> Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be familiar with
> these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be
> found at the following website:
> [[http://www.mccneb.edu/itprocedures.htm]{.underline}](http://www.mccneb.edu/itprocedures.htm)

USE OF COLLEGE COMPUTERS

> When you use computers in College computer labs, learning centers,
> libraries and many classrooms, you will need to login using your
> student username and password. Your username is the same as your
> WebAdvisor username and your initial password is your student ID with
> leading zeros to make it seven digits. If you need assistance, please
> contact staff at any of the computer labs, learning centers and
> libraries; your instructor may also be able to help.
>
> It is recommended that students save their files to removable media
> often as they work. The College reserves the right to take steps
> necessary to maintain the confidentiality of student identity
> information through the use of automatic logouts and screensavers.

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM AREA IDENTIFICATION:

Program Area: Math, Science and Health Careers

Dean: Michele O'Connor

Academic Dean's office phone: 402.457.2216

> Contact the Office of the Dean of Math, Science and Health Careers
> with any questions or concerns that the classroom instructor and you
> cannot resolve.

# SECTION IV: INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:

> The course material will be presented through lecture and audio
> visuals. Group work is also an important element in the learning
> process of the presented material.

METHODS OF ASSESSING STUDENT PROGRESS:

> Student progress will be determined from test scores, on-line computer
> assignments and student participation in class.

CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING FINAL COURSE GRADE:

> Final grades are computed on an average of tests, on-line projects,
> class participation, and the final examination. The categories are
> then weighted and compiled for a final grade.

MAKE-UP TEST PROCEDURES:

> Make-up tests will be allowed at the discretion of the instructor and
> will receive a 10% penalty. The final examination may not be taken
> late or made up.

LATE ASSIGNMENTS:

> Make-up assignments will be allowed at the discretion of the
> instructor and will receive a 10% penalty.

**[SECTION]{.underline}** **[V: SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS]{.underline}:**

**Week #1**

**Introductory Unit**

*Reading Assignment I-1 thru I 14*

Welcome and Administrative Announcements

Introductions, Expectations, Backgrounds

Course Overview

**Week #2**

**Module 1---Overview of the Integrated Emergency Management System**

Module Overview

*Reading Assignment SM 1-1 thru SM 1-2*

The Need for Emergency Management

*Reading Assignment SM 1-3 and Glossary A-1 thru A-7*

Videotape: "The Barneveld Tornado"

*Small Group Activity and Discussion SM 1-4 thru SM 1-5*

Videotape: "Disaster: Is Your Community Prepared"

*Small Group Activity and Discussion SM 1-6 thru SM 1-8*

**Week #3**

Concepts and Definitions

*Reading Assignment SM 1-9 thru SM 1-12*

Four Phases of Emergency Management

*Reading Assignment SM 1-12 thru SM 1-15*

Resources

*Reading Assignment SM 1-16 thru SM 1-23*

Videotape: "Asking for Help."

*Small Group Activity and Discussion SM 1-24 thru SM 1-27*

Take it Home - Vocabulary

*Reading Assignment A-1 thru A-7*

**Week #4**

Integrated Emergency Management System

*Reading Assignment SM 1-28 thru SM 1-32*

Take it Home

Locally what could be done to promote emergency preparedness awareness?

*SM 1-33*

Module 1 Test

####### **Module 2---The Four Phases of Emergency Management**

Module Overview

*Reading Assignment SM 2-1 thru SM 2-2*

The Role of the Local Emergency Program Manager

*Reading Assignment SM 2-3 thru 2-4*

**Week #5**

Preparedness

*Reading Assignment SM 2-5 thru 2-11*

Tips for Emergency Management Personnel and Communities

Five different types of exercises

Tips for Citizens

Family Disaster Plan

Evacuation Plan

Disaster Recovery kit

Community Hazard Analysis

*Reading Assignment SM 2-12 thru SM 2-19*

Identification

Vulnerability

Mitigation

Resource inventory

Hazards types

Small group Activity-Conducting a Community Hazards Analysis

*Pages SM 2-20 thru 2-27*

Hazards checklist

Hazard source list

Hazard profile worksheet

Risk assessment worksheet

**Week #6**

Mitigation

*Reading Assignment SM 2-28 thru 2-36*

Tips for Emergency Management Personnel and the Communities

Tips for Citizens

Mitigation Strategies

Multi-objective Planning and Decision-Making

*Reading Assignment SM 2-37 thru SM 2-38*

Project Impact

*Reading Assignment SM 2-38*

Response

*Reading Assignment SM 2-39 thru 2-41*

Tips for Emergency Management Personnel and the Community

Tips for Citizens

Individual activity - Disaster strikes, Liberty Count

*Pages SM 2-42 thru SM 2-55*

Rapid Assessment

Resource Allocation

Recovery

*Reading Assignment SM 2-56 thru 2-70*

Tips for Emergency Management Personnel and the Community

Tips for Citizens

Assistance Programs

*Reading Assignment 2A-1 thru 2A-3*

Individual activity --How does your community measure up?

*Page SM 2-71*

Module 2 Test

**Week #7**

**Module 3---Coordination**

Module Overview

*Reading Assignment SM 3-1 thru 3-3and A 3A-1 thru A 3A-3*

Coordination

*Reading Assignment SM3-4 thru SM 3-10*

Communication

Chain of Command

Fostering Coordination

Videotape: "Disaster: How America Responds."

*Small Group Activity and Discussion SM 3-11*

Coordination in the Four Phases

*Reading Assignment SM 3-12 thru SM 3-17*

Functional Groups in Emergency Management

Interactions in Emergency Management - Small groups

*Pages SM 3-18 thru SM 3-19*

Small Group Activity - Interdependence Worksheets

*Page SM 3-20 thru SM 3-25*

Videotape: "Managing Terrorism Events: The Oklahoma Experience."

*Page SM 3-26*

**Week \# 8**

Small Group Activity Case Study Part I

*Pages SM 3-27 thru SM 3-31*

Small Group Activity Case Study Part II

*Pages SM 3-32 thru SM 3-39*

Small Group Activity Case Study Part III

*Pages SM 3-40 thru SM 3-44*

Roles of Participants

*Page SM 3-45*

Local Government

*Reading Assignment SM 3-45 thru SM 3-55*

Declaring an Local Emergency

Emergency Operations Center

Local Emergency Planning Committee

Incident Command System

Videotape: "Out of Chaos."

*Pages SM 3-56 thru SM 3-58*

State Government

*Reading Assignment SM3-59 thru SM 3-62*

Federal Government

*Reading Assignment SM3-63 thru SM 3-64*

**Week #9**

Videotape: Disaster Declaration Process

*Page SM 3-64*

Presidential Disaster Declaration Process

*Reading Assignment SM3-65 thru SM 3-67*

Federal Response Plan

Videotape: Federal Response Plan

Reading Assignment SM #-68 thru SM 3-70

Private Sector

Reading Assignment SM 3-71 thru SM 3-79

Take it Home

Rate the key elements of your home emergency management organization

Module 3 Test

**Week \# 10**

**Module 4---Application**

Module Overview

*Reading Assignment SM 4-1thru SM 4-2*

Review Exam: Principle of Emergency Management

Principles of Emergency Management

*Reading Assignment SM 4-4 thru SM 4-7*

Small Group Activity---Miamisburg, Ohio Train Derailment

*Reading Assignment SM 4-8 thru SM 4-12*

> Individual Activity---Emergency Management in Crisis Prone County

*Reading Assignment SM4-13 thru 4-17*

Small/Large Group Activity--- Emergency Management in Crisis Prone
County

*Pages SM 4 -18 thru SM 4-28*

Course Summary

*Reading Assignment SM 4-29*

**Week #11**

Final Exam