National Emergency Training Center (EMI)

National Emergency Training Center (EMI) The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) is one of the primary training activities of the Federal EmergencyManagement Agency (FEMA) under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Within FEMA, EMI is part of theNational Preparedness Directorate's National Integration Center. EMI is collocated with the National Fire Academyand both deliver training at the National Emergency Training Center (NETC) in Emmitsburg, Maryland. EMI alsodelivers resident training at the Noble Training Center in Anniston, Alabama, making an increased number ofofferings possible. EMI provides national leadership in developing and delivering training to ensure that individualsand groups having key emergency management responsibilities at all levels of government, including FEMAemployees, possess the requisite competencies to perform their jobs effectively. In addition to its resident trainingprogram in Emmitsburg, EMI disseminates centrally developed training materials through a comprehensivenational training program in the States, territories, and trusts. EMI has responsibility for training FEMA staff toperform their disaster response functions. The audience for this work includes not only FEMA permanent staff butalso disaster reservists. Over 14,500 students attended training through EMI during FY 2008. Training activitiesinclude courses, workshops, conferences, videoconferences, exercises, computer activities, and independent studycourses, which are conducted throughout the United States and the territories and trusts. Courses may be taughtby EMI staff at NETC, Noble Training Center, or joint field offices. Organization Contact: Cortez Lawrence, Ph.D., Superintendent, Emergency Management Institute, NationalEmergency Training Center, 16825 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

Web address: www.fema.gov/emi/

URL: http://www.fema.gov/EMI/

Advanced Public Information Officers Course E388ACE Number: NEMI-0028Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Title: Advanced Public Information Officers Course E388Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 36 hours.Version Dates: 12/01/1998 - 12/31/2000 Description: 36 HOURS THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO APPLY RISK COMMUNICATION

TECHNIQUES; SELECT THE PROPER COMM TOOLS FOR A GIVEN EMERGENCYSCENARIO; ORGANIZE & MANAGE A NEWS CONFERENCE; APPLY THE JOINT INFOSYSTEM.

Objective: To acquire and apply public information skills to an emergency situation. These skillsinclude written and oral communication, organizational and management skills,knowledge of the broadcast and print news media and the laws and standards thatgovern them.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply riskcommunication techniques; select the proper communication tools for a givenemergency scenario; organize and manage a news conference; apply the JointInformation System concept to their own work situation and/or community; apply properinterpersonal communication skills; and apply appropriate laws, journalism, and publicinformation techniques to emergency situations.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an emergency scenario that is introduced on thefirst day and gets progressively worse throughout the week and the scenario informationintroduced has a corresponding exercise that reinforces points made during a previouslecture/discussion. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, small and largegroup exercises, and individual projects. All student output from these exercises isevaluated by the instructional staff and by peers. Evaluation is based on the content oflecture/discussion sessions.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inPublic Relations, Communications, Speech or Technical Writing, English or EmergencyManagement (12/98).

Advanced Radiological Accident AssessmentACE Number: NEMI-0136Credit Type: Course

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Version 1 Course Number: E349Course Title: Advanced Radiological Accident AssessmentLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (1 week).Version Dates: 12/01/1988 - 01/31/2000 Objective: To provide the students, who are state and local technical personnel with the knowledge

and skills necessary to assist in decision making that will protect the public during andafter nuclear power plant accidents.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to evaluate releasecharacteristics by recognizing the complexity of a nuclear incident; understand therelative doses, response levels, and action required to adequately protect the public; anduse computer assistance, data gathering, and evaluation techniques necessary to protectthe public and the food chain.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are release characteristics; and data collection,federal guidelines, and the use of computer-based programs to help assess and predictthe impact of a nuclear incident. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, groupactivities, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate or graduate degree category, 2 semester hours inPublic Health or Radiological Safety (10/89) (9/95). NOTE:(E350) Radiological Accident Assessment is a prerequisite for this course.

Alternate Delivery MethodsACE Number: NEMI-0103Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E608Course Title: Alternate Delivery MethodsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 36 hours (5.5 days).Version Dates: 06/01/1998 - 03/26/2003 Description: 36 HOURS (5.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO TAKE AN ASSIGNED CASE

STUDY AND ANALYZE IT ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES TAUGHT IN THE CLASS; ANDDEVELOP AN ADM RECOMMENDATION, AN ACTION PLAN.

Objective: To train professionals to identify and evaluate several alternate delivery methods,choose the most appropriate delivery method(s) for delivering training given a specifictraining requirement, and develop an action plan for deploying the training.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to take an assignedcase study and analyze it according to the principles taught in the class; and develop anADM recommendation, an action plan, marketing plan, budget and an executivesummary of a package that they would prepare for their supervisor or manager.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an introduction; survey of non-computer methods(paper-based independent study, audio, video, live satellite broadcast); video/satellitelab (studio experience, control room experience, editing experience); the computer as atraining tool (continuum of opportunities, strengths and weaknesses of variousmediums, demonstration and hands-on evaluation); ADM and feasibility assessment(beginning the needs assessment; needs assessment when ADM is an option, usingsurveys in a NA, assessing organizational readiness for change, identifyingcommunity-based resources); action planning (media selection, action planningsteps/selecting, preparing ADM team, administrative systems, evaluating trainingeffectiveness, building a business case and marketing plan (Marketing 101, resource1043 2002 National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs), cost/benefitconsiderations, strategies for marketing ADMs, developing your marketing plan; puttingit together - final case study project; and course evaluation and graduation. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, interactive computer and immersion in TV studio, small groupproblem solving, independent reading, and hands-on interactive with various alternatedelivery methods.


Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in InstructionalTechnology or Educational Methodology (12/99)(3/03).

Basic Hazards U.s. (hazus) (e-307)ACE Number: NEMI-0123Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Title: Basic Hazards U.s. (hazus) (e-307)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 02/01/1998 - Present Description: 21 HOURS (3.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPLAIN HOW HAZUS CAN BE

USED IN COMMUNITIES BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER DISATER SITUATIONS; INSTALLHAZUS.

Objective: To provide local, State and regional officials with the methodology and geographicinformation system (GIS)-based software applications necessary to plan and stimulateefforts to reduce risk from earthquakes, to estimate potential earthquake losses, and toprepare for emergency response and recovery from earthquake.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to explain howHAZUS can be used in communities before, during, and after disaster situations; installHAZUS; and use HAZUS to assess the estimated impacts of an earthquake to ageographic region.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an introduction to HAZUS, creating a HAZUSstudy region, running a HAZUS analysis, customized mapping in HAZUS, data collectiontools, and Ground Truthing and Quick Situation Assessment modules. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, casestudies, and interactive computer.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Information Management or Emergency Management(12/99).

Basic Skills For Emergency Program ManagersCredit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Title: Basic Skills For Emergency Program ManagersFormer Course Title: Course 1: Module 1: Leadership and Influence (G-240) Module 2: Decision making and

Problem solving (G-241) Module 3: Effective Communications (G-242) Course 2: Module4: Creative Financing (G-243)

Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: Course 2: Module 4:

16 hours (2 days).Version Dates: 06/01/1993 - 06/30/1996 Description: COURSE 2: MODULE 4: 16 HRS. (2 DAYS) Course 2: Module 4:

Student will be able to list and describe standard elements o proposals and utilize themin a team development process; and evaluate creative financing activities and applythem in development of a community plan.

Objective: Course 2: Module 4:

To provide students with skills in effective budget planning, budget presentation tocommunity budget authorities, and determination of alternative funding sources andmechanisms.


Learning Outcome: Course 2: Module 4:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to list and describestandard elements o proposals and utilize them in a team development process; andevaluate creative financing activities and apply them in development of a communityplan.

Instruction: Course 2: Module 4:

Major topics covered are public budgeting; grantsmanship, and financial planning foremergency managers. Methods of instruction include lectures and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: Course 2:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in PublicAdministration (Fund-Raising or Grantsmanship) or Emergency Management (3/84)(6/88) (5/93).

Version 1 Course Title: Basic Skills For Emergency Program ManagersFormer Course Title: Course 1: Module 1: Leadership and Influence (G-240) Module 2: Decision making and

Problem solving (G-241) Module 3: Effective Communications (G-242) Course 2: Module4: Creative Financing (G-243)

Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: Course 1: Module 1:

20 hours (3 days); Module 2:

8 hours (1 day); Module 3:

24 hours (3 days)Version Dates: 03/01/1984 - 05/31/1993 Description: COURSE 1: MODULE 1: 20 HRS. (3 DAYS); MODULE 2: 8 HRS. (1 DAY); AND MODULE

3: 24 HRS. (3 DAYS) Course 1: Module 1:

Student will be able to determine personal values, influence style, leadership style, andpower bases as they apply to interpersonal relations and group dynamics. Module 2:

Student will be able to draw conclusions regarding individual and the group decisionmaking process. Module 3:

Student will be able to identify and utilize both verbal and nonverbal communicationstechniques in developing a structured presentation.

Objective: Course 1: Module 1:

To provide students with concepts of leadership, influence, power relationships andconflict mediation in the community setting. Module 2:

To provide students with concepts of various decision-making and problem solvingprocesses and the ability to apply these in the emergency management setting. Module3:

To provide students with concepts of communication and presentation skills in thecommunity setting.

Learning Outcome: Course 1: Module 1:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to determine personalvalues, influence style, leadership style, and power bases as they apply to interpersonalrelations and group dynamics. Module 2:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to draw conclusionsregarding individual and the group decision making process. Module 3:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify and utilizeboth verbal and nonverbal communications techniques in developing a structuredpresentation.


Instruction: Course 1: Module 1:

Major topics covered are organizational behavior; conflict management; interpersonalrelations; and group dynamics in an emergency setting. Methods of instruction includelectures, discussions, and exercises. Module 2:

Major topics covered are decision making process and theory as applied in emergencysituations. Methods of instruction include lectures, discussions, and case study. Module 3:

Major topics covered are communication issues for emergency managers; thecommunication cycle; nonverbal communication; and public speaking. Methods ofinstruction include lectures, discussions, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: Course 1:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours inEmergency Management or Public Administration (3/84) (6/88) (5/93).

Course DevelopmentACE Number: NEMI-0032Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E604Course Title: Course DevelopmentLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: Student will be able to plan and manage the course development process, including

development, revision, and delivery of course materials, such as instructor guides,student manuals, job aids, and visual displays.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to develop coursematerials and deliver training to individuals involved in emergency management training.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to manage the coursedevelopment process, including development, revisions, and delivery of coursematerials, such as instructor guides, student manuals, job aids, and visual displays.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are developing instructor guides, visual displays, andstudent manuals; determining materials, time and funding; managing the developmentprocess; and coordinating change and revisions. Methods of instruction include lecture,discussion, classroom exercises, audio-visual materials, projects and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education and Training, or Human Resource Management (11/97) (7/01) (12/04)(3/09).

Version 1 Course Number: E604Course Title: Course DevelopmentLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 02/01/1997 - 02/28/2009 Description: 30 HRS. (4 DAYS). Student will be able to plan and manage the course development

process, including development, revision, and delivery of course materials, such asinstructor guides, student manuals, job aids, and visual displays.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to develop coursematerials and deliver training to individuals involved in emergency management training.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to plan and managethe course development process, including development, revision, and delivery of coursematerials, such as instructor guides, student manuals, job aids, and visual displays.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are developing instructor guides, visual displays, andstudent manuals; determining materials, time and funding; managing the developmentprocess; and coordinating changes and revisions. Methods of instruction include lecture,discussion, classroom exercises, audio-visual material, projects, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education and Training, or Human Resource Management (11/97) (7/01) (12/04).

Course EvaluationACE Number: NEMI-0033Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Title: Course EvaluationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/1997 - 12/31/2001 Description: 4 DAYS (32 HRS) STUDENTS WILL IDENTIFY THE PURPOSE OF VARIOUS METHODS;

SELECT THE APPROPRIATE EVALUATION METHOD FOR A PARTICULAR SITUATION;DEVELOP EVALUATION INSTRUMENTS.

Objective: To provide the student with practical experience in the selection, development, andanalysis of evaluation methods and instruments.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify thepurpose of various methods; select the appropriate evaluation method for a particularsituation; develop evaluation instruments; analyze and interpret the data provided bythe various evaluation instruments; and recommend a plan of action for a course and/orinstruction based on evaluation data.

Instruction: Majors topics covered in the course are design and development of course evaluations;conducting course evaluations; analyzing the results of evaluations; and interpretingevaluation results.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education and Training, or Human Resource Management (11/97).

Debris Management (e-202)ACE Number: NEMI-0124Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Title: Debris Management (e-202)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - Present Description: 24 HOURS. Student will be able to demonstrate the ability to plan for, implement, and

manage a debris activity through the development of a debris management plan aid,including issues affecting environmental and historic preservation considerations,assessing costs for FEMA assistance, contracting services, forecasting and debrisreduction and recycling, utilization of Federal, State, and local assistance.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science (4/06).

Version 2 Course Title: Debris Management (e-202)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 03/31/2006


Description: 24 hours (4 days). Student will be able to demonstrate the ability to plan for, implement,and manage a debris activity through the development of a debris management planaid, including issues affecting environmental and historic preservation considerations,assessing costs for FEMA assistance, contracting services, forecasting and debrisreduction and recycling, utilization of Federal, State, and local assistance.

Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to planfor, implement, and manage a debris activity through the development of a debrismanagement plan aid, including issues affecting environmental and historic preservationconsiderations, assessing costs for FEMA assistance, contracting services, forecastingand debris reduction and recycling, utilization of Federal, State, and local assistance.

Instruction: Major topics covered are critical debris management issues, debris management plandevelopment and implementation, environmental and historical preservationconsideration, FEMA eligibility and cost criteria, forecasting and estimating techniques,contracting procedures, site management and operation, reduction and recycling,monitoring, and Federal, State, and local responses. Methods of instruction includelecture, interactive case discussion, group exercises, case studies and the developmentof a progressive debris management plan aid will lead up to a final tabletop exercise.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science (3/03).

Version 1 Course Title: Debris Management (e-202)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 18 hours (3 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1997 - 02/28/2003 Description: 18 HOURS (3 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DEVELOP SAMPLE DEBRIS

MANAGEMENT PLANS WHICH INCORPORATE DEBRIS STAFF DEVELOPMENT,PRE-DISASTER PLANNING ACTIVITIES.

Objective: To provide students with an overview of issues and recommended actions necessary toplan for, respond to, and recover from a major debris-generating event with emphasis onlocal and State level responsibilities.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to develop sampledebris management plans which incorporate debris staff development, pre-disasterplanning activities, local level response and recovery actions, contracting procedures,temporary storage site selection/operation, volume reduction methods, environmentalimpacts, special debris situations, and Direct Federal Assistance.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are debris management issue; debris stafforganization and responsibilities; debris management plan activity; temporary debrisstorage site evaluation criteria; debris estimating techniques; contracting procedures;debris removal operations; operating temporary debris storage sites; volume reductionmethods; Federal assistance overview; attachments: scenarios, State debrismanagement plan example, sample contract scopes of work, and local debris plan.Methods of instruction include interactive discussions, lecture, scenarios, exercises,group activity, and presentations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 1 semester hour in Emergency Management, Civil Engineering, orEnvironmental Science (12/99).

Disaster Field Training Organization (DFTO) Instructor (E-283)ACE Number: NEMI-0126Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (DFTO) Instructor (E-283)Former Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Instructor Orientation (e283)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 42 hours (5.5 days)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 09/30/2007


Description: 42 HOURS (5.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVEINSTRUCTIONAL PRESENTATION SKILLS; DESCRIBE THE DFTO MISSION, SERVICES,AND ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURES.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours (1semester hour in Emergency Management and 1 semester hour in Education,Communication, or Speech)(3/03). Note: Prerequisite: IS-292 Disaster Basics

Version 1 Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (DFTO) Instructor (E-283)Former Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Instructor Orientation (e283)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 42 hours (5.5 days)Version Dates: 12/01/1999 - 02/28/2003 Description: 42 HOURS (5.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE

INSTRUCTIONAL PRESENTATION SKILLS; DESCRIBE THE DFTO MISSION, SERVICES,AND ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURES.

Objective: To provide FEMA staff DFTO Instructors with an orientation to FEMA Disaster ResponsePrograms and their responsibilities within the DFTO, and to work towards minimumstandards for credentialing at Level 3.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrateeffective instructional presentation skills; describe the DFTO mission, services, andorganizational structures; and acquire a basic understanding of disaster operations.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are disaster field office functions, FEMA roles andresponsibilities, disaster response programs review, disaster mitigation and operation,administration procedures, and instructional systems design. Methods of instructioninclude lecture, activities, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours (1semester hour in Emergency Management and 1 semester hour in Education,Communication, or Speech)(12/99).

Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Evaluation Course (e-299)ACE Number: NEMI-0125Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Evaluation Course (e-299)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 15 hoursVersion Dates: 02/01/2000 - 09/30/2007 Description: 15 HOURS (2.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE SUCCESS

FACTORS FOR EVALUATIONS AND HOW THEY DRIVE THE EVALUATION TYPE SELECTED. Objective: To provide FEMA staff an introduction to training evaluations; to establish a common

procedure for credentialing DFTO cadre; to validate the credentialing instruments. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe the

success factors for evaluations and how they drive the evaluation type selected;determine the type of evaluation that is best suited to the assessment need; identify thekey issues that could jeopardize credentialing and ways to ensure fairness; and use thePerformance Checklists to credential instructors and designer/developers.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are two qualified instructors with knowledge ofevaluation instruments and the DFTO credentialing process and experience in adultlearning. Methods of instruction include lecture, activities, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 1 semester hour in Education, Management, or Organizational Behavior(12/99).

Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Team Leader Management Course(e-294)


ACE Number: NEMI-0127Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Team Leader Management Course (e-294)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (5 days)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 09/30/2007 Description: 30 hours (5 days). Student will be able to demonstrate effective training program

development and management skills; DFTO management skill including effective staffsupervisory skills; and develop an individual development plan (IDP) for effectiveleadership and management.

Objective: To ensure that FEMA staff Team Leaders have the Training and Management skillsnecessary to achieve Level 3 credentialing.

Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate effective trainingprogram development and management skills; DFTO management skill includingeffective staff supervisory skills; and develop an individual development plan (IDP) foreffective leadership and management.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are DFTO credentialing process, automateddeployment database, administration procedures, training needs assessment, trainingplan development, training program management, and planning and preparing briefings.Methods of instruction include lecture, activities and exercises, and simulation.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower baccalaureate/associate or upper degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management (3/03).

Version 1 Course Title: Disaster Field Training Organization (dfto) Team Leader Management Course (e-294)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 37 hours (5.5 days).Version Dates: 12/01/1999 - 02/28/2003 Description: 37 HOURS (5.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE

TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SKILLS; MANAGE THE DFTO EFFECTIVELY. Objective: To ensure that FEMA staff Team Leaders have the Training and Management skills

necessary to achieve Level 3 credentialing. Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate effective training

program development and management skills; DFTO management skill includingeffective staff supervisory skills; and develop an individual development plan (IDP) foreffective leadership and management.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are DFTO credentialing process, automateddeployment database, administration procedures, training needs assessment, trainingplan development, training program management, and planning and preparing briefings.Methods of instruction include lecture, activities and exercises, and simulation.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management (12/99).

Donations Management Workshop Ttt (e-488)ACE Number: NEMI-0128Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Title: Donations Management Workshop Ttt (e-488)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 09/30/2007


Description: 28 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to demonstrate effective training programdevelopment and management skills; DFTO management skill including effective staffsupervisory skills; and develop an individual development plan (IDP) for effectiveleadership and management.

Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate effective trainingprogram development and management skills; DFTO management skill includingeffective staff supervisory skills; and develop an individual development plan (IDP) foreffective leadership and management.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or in the upper division category, 2semester hours in Adult Education, Vocational Education, Speech, or Communication(3/03). Note: Prerequisite: E-288: State Donations Management or Local DonationsManagement Workshop and IS-288, Role of Voluntary Agencies in EmergenciesManagement.

Version 1 Course Title: Donations Management Workshop Ttt (e-488)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 27 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 08/01/2000 - 02/28/2003 Description: 27 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE KEY PRINCIPLES

OF ADULT EDUCATION; IDENTIFY VARIOUS TEACHING STYLES AND TECHNIQUES;DESCRIBE THE PLAN OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE DMW.

Objective: To present the principles of adult education and teaching techniques so that participantscan effectively present the field course G288 Donations Management Workshop (DMW)and to review the DMW course content.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the keyprinciples of adult education; identify various teaching styles and techniques; describethe plan of instruction for the DMW; and demonstrate instructional skills by presenting asection of the DMW.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are preparing to teach (review of adult educationprinciples and presentation techniques), review of the DMW-units of instruction, NEMISdonations overview, PowerPoint training; DMW team presentations and assessment, andmarketing the DMW. Methods of instruction include lecture, question and answer,discussion, small group exercises, case studies, microteaching with group/individualevaluation, and audio/visuals.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in AdultEducation, Vocational Education, Speech, OR Communications (12/99)

Earthquakes: A Teacher's Package for K-6ACE Number: NEMI-0137Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E436Course Title: Earthquakes: A Teacher's Package for K-6Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 12/01/1996 - 09/30/2007 Description: 30 HRS. (4 DAYS) Student will be acquainted with all elements of the Earthquake course

and able to train their colleagues in the teaching of this topic. Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate or graduate degree category, 1 semester hour in

Education or Science (12/96).

Version 1 Course Number: E436Course Title: Earthquakes: A Teacher's Package for K-6Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (4 days).


Version Dates: 08/01/1990 - 11/30/1996 Description: 30 HRS. (4 DAYS) Student will be acquainted with all elements of the Earthquake course

and able to train their colleagues in the teaching of this topic. Objective: To train elementary school teachers in the curriculum presented in "Earthquakes: A

Teacher's Package for K-6." These teachers will, in turn, present this material to theircolleagues in their own schools.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be acquainted with allelements of the Earthquake course and able to train their colleagues in the teaching ofthis topic.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are understanding why earthquakes occur;understanding the results of earthquake; and earthquakes and safety and survival. Thecourse includes a series of projects to be ultimately presented to elementary schoolchildren through which they can learn more about earthquakes. Elements of languagearts, science, social studies, and art are included in the curriculum. Thesetrain-the-trainers are also given additional background knowledge in earthquakephenomena. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, and finalexamination.

Credit Recommendation: In the graduate degree category, 1 semester hour in Science Education (11/91).

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management and OperationsACE Number: NEMI-0139Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: G275Course Title: Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management and OperationsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (3 days).Version Dates: 11/01/1994 - 09/30/2007 Description: 24 HRS. (3 DAYS) Student will be able to organize and staff an EOC; design the layout

of an EOC; maintain cooperation and communication in the EOC; develop EOC standardoperating procedures; conduct exercises and briefings; and recognize and resolveoperational problems and establish and deactivate the EOC.

Objective: To provide students with the knowledge to effectively design, configure and operate anEmergency Operations Center (EOC).

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to organize and staffan EOC; design the layout of an EOC; maintain cooperation and communication in theEOC; develop EOC standard operating procedures; conduct exercises and briefings; andrecognize and resolve operational problems and establish and deactivate the EOC.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are EOC design and layout considerations; financingthe EOC; creating job aids; conducting exercises and evaluations of the EOC;maintaining communication and cooperation in the EOC and organization and staffing ofthe EOC. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises,audio-visual material, case studies, a series of classroom group exercises, and a finalexamination are used to assess student proficiency and successful completion of thecourse.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Management (9/95) (7/01).

Evaluation of TrainingACE Number: NEMI-0170Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: K606Course Title: Evaluation of TrainingLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)


Length: 34 hours (14 weeks).Version Dates: 04/01/2000 - 10/31/2007 Description: 34 HRS. (14 WEEKS) Student will be able to identify the purpose of various evaluation

methods; select the appropriate evaluation method for a particular situation; developevaluation instruments; analyze and interpret the data provided by the variousevaluation instruments; and recommend a plan of action for a course and/or instructionbased on evaluation data.

Objective: To provide the student with practical experience in the selection, development, andanalysis of evaluation methods and instruments.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify thepurpose of various evaluation methods; select the appropriate evaluation method for aparticular situation; develop evaluation instruments; analyze and interpret the dataprovided by the various evaluation instruments; and recommend a plan of action for acourse and/or instruction based on evaluation data.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are evaluation models, measurement fundamentals,four levels of evaluation, validity, reliability, legal issues, evaluation plan, and analyzingand interpreting results. Methods of instruction include reading assignments, exercises,knowledge checks, participant/instructor interaction through e-mail and telephonecontact, written assignments, and examinations.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education and Training, or Human Resource Management (7/01)(12/04)(03/09).

Exercise DesignACE Number: NEMI-0141Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: G120Course Title: Exercise DesignLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 21 hours (3 days); 21 hours (3 days)--includes 5-8 hours of independent study prior to

classroom instruction.Version Dates: 11/30/1998 - 09/30/2007 Objective: To enable students to design a comprehensive community exercise program with

emphasis on tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the

characteristics of various emergency preparedness exercises; demonstrate the ability todevelop, conduct, evaluate, and provide recommendations for follow-up action onvarious emergency preparedness exercises; identify resources for exerciseenhancement; and define the role of emergency managers in increasing communitysupport for community preparedness through emergency exercises.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview and information for developingtabletop exercises, functional exercises, and full-scale exercises; along with a discussionon how to identify and obtain resources to enhance such exercises. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, audio-visual material, and classroom exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management or Public Administration (11/91) (12/96). Prerequisite:

Independent Study Orientation.

Version 1 Course Number: G120Course Title: Exercise DesignLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 21 hours (3 days); 21 hours (3 days)--includes 5-8 hours of independent study prior to

classroom instruction.Version Dates: 06/30/1995 - 11/30/1998


Objective: To enable students to design a comprehensive community exercise program withemphasis on tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify thecharacteristics of various emergency preparedness exercises; demonstrate the ability todevelop, conduct, evaluate, and provide recommendations for follow-up action onvarious emergency preparedness exercises; identify resources for exerciseenhancement; and define the role of emergency managers in increasing communitysupport for community preparedness through emergency exercises.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview and information for developingtabletop exercises, functional exercises, and full-scale exercises; along with a discussionon how to identify and obtain resources to enhance such exercises. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, audio-visual material, and classroom exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management or Public Administration (11/91) (12/96). Prerequisite:

Independent Study Orientation.

Exercise Design (train-the-trainer)ACE Number: NEMI-0142Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E440Course Title: Exercise Design (train-the-trainer)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 32 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 04/01/1995 - 09/30/2007 Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge of techniques and methods for presenting the

Exercise Design course to emergency program managers at state and local governmentlevels.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to fulfill the role ofcourse manager and successfully teach all units of the Exercise Design course.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are exercise overview; community exerciseprograms; tabletop exercise development; functional exercise overview; functionalexercise development; exercise instructions; full-scale exercise overview; and resourcesfor exercise enhancement. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, andclassroom exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in EmergencyManagement or Public Administration (3/91). NOTE:Students who receive credit for this course should not receive credit forExercise Design.

Exercise EvaluationACE Number: NEMI-0143Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: G130Course Title: Exercise EvaluationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 14 hours (2 days)Version Dates: 11/30/1998 - 09/30/2007 Objective: To understand the need for exercise evaluation and the organization, phases, and skills

required in exercise evaluation.


Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to see the need for asystematic approach to exercise evaluation; identify and organize an effective exerciseevaluation team; summarize components of exercise evaluation; demonstrate keypost-exercise activities; and identify key tasks in three phases in exercise evaluation.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are systematic exercise evaluation; evaluation teamleader; evaluation packages; evaluator selection; observing and documenting; achievingobjectives; post-exercise meetings; and written reports. Methods of instruction includelecture, discussions, classroom exercises, and evaluation by instructor.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management or Public Administration (8/86) (5/93).

FEMA Public Affairs: Policy and Procedures (E249)ACE Number: NEMI-0029Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E249Course Title: FEMA Public Affairs: Policy and Procedures (E249)Former Course Title: (Formerly Emergency Information and Media Affairs (EMIA): Policies and Procedures

[E249])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours.Version Dates: 02/01/2001 - 09/30/2007 Description: 30 HRS. Student will be able to apply the FEMA Public Affairs philosophy and standard

operating procedures to communicate clear and accurate information both orally and inwriting; manage expectations of disaster victims and the media; build partnershipswithin a Joint Information Center; and handle potential public affairs problems rapidlyand strategically.

Objective: To enable selected FEMA staff to function successfully as a Public Affairs Officer in adisaster operation.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply the FEMAPublic Affairs philosophy and standard operating procedures to communicate clear andaccurate information both orally and in writing; manage expectations of disaster victimsand the media; build partnerships within a Joint Information Center; and handlepotential public affairs problems rapidly and strategically.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are emergency information for the 21st century;organization structures, roles, and relationships; the Joint Information Center; buildingrelations with the media; managing expectations; rapid response; disaster assistanceprograms; and a "day-in-the-life" of a Public Affairs Officer in a disaster simulation.Methods of instruction include lecture, instructor-led discussions, individualexercises/activities, small group exercises/activities promoting teamwork, and videos.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inCommunications, Speech, Technical Writing, English, or Emergency Management (12/98)(7/01).

Version 1 Course Number: E249Course Title: FEMA Public Affairs: Policy and Procedures (E249)Former Course Title: (Formerly Emergency Information and Media Affairs (EMIA): Policies and Procedures

[E249])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 44 hoursVersion Dates: 04/01/1995 - 01/31/2001 Description: 44 HRS. Student will be able to apply the FEMA Public Affairs philosophy and standard

operating procedures to communicate clear and accurate information both orally and inwriting; manage expectations of disaster victims and the media; build partnershipswithin a Joint Information Center; and handle potential public affairs problems rapidlyand strategically.


Objective: To enable selected FEMA staff to function successfully as a Public Affairs Officer in adisaster operation.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply the FEMAPublic Affairs philosophy and standard operating procedures to communicate clear andaccurate information both orally and in writing; manage expectations of disaster victimsand the media; build partnerships within a Joint Information Center; and handlepotential public affairs problems rapidly and strategically.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are emergency information for the 21st century;organization structures, roles, and relationships; the Joint Information Center; buildingrelations with the media; managing expectations; rapid response; disaster assistanceprograms; and a "day-in-the-life" of a Public Affairs Officer in a disaster simulation.Methods of instruction include lecture, instructor-led discussions, individualexercises/activities, small group exercises/activities promoting teamwork, and videos.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inCommunications, Speech, Technical Writing, English, or Emergency Management (12/98)(7/01).

Fundamentals Course For Radiological MonitorsACE Number: NEMI-0144Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: G320Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological MonitorsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day)Version Dates: 10/01/1993 - 11/30/1998 Description: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day). Student will be able to use, care for, and

accurately read civil defense radiation detection instruments; identify and reportradiation exposure rates; identify signs, labels, and placards which indicate radioactivematerials that may be present; locate radioactive materials in order to prevent spread ofcontamination; and list basic biological effects of radiation and list protective action usedto limit exposure and spread of contamination.

Objective: Versions 1 and 3:

To provide participants with appropriate knowledge and skills related to monitoringradiation and performing as a member of a radiological response team. To provideparticipants with knowledge of immediate protective actions in response to contaminationresulting from radiological materials or radioactive fallout.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to use, care for, andaccurately read civil defense radiation detection instruments; identify and reportradiation exposure rates; identify signs, labels, and placards which indicate radioactivematerials that may be present; locate radioactive materials in order to prevent spread ofcontamination; and list basic biological effects of radiation and list protective action usedto limit exposure and spread of contamination.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of radiological protection andhazards; review of radiological emergency management; radiological instruments andradiological incidents; and assessment and protective actions. Methods of instructioninclude lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, case studies, and computer-assistedVT/TV.

Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2semester hours in Radiation Safety (9/95). NOTE:To qualify for 2 semester hours both Fundamentals Course for RadiologicalMonitors (G320) and Fundamentals Course for Radiological Response Teams(G326) must be completed.

Version 2 Course Number: G320Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological Monitors


Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day)Version Dates: 03/01/1991 - 09/30/1993 Description: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day). Student will be able to use radiation detection

instruments; understand limitations of radiation detection instruments; take immediateprotective actions; and notify response teams.

Objective: To provide participants with knowledge of immediate protective actions in response tocontamination resulting from radiological materials or radioactive fallout.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to use radiationdetection instruments; understand limitations of radiation detection instruments; takeimmediate protective actions; and notify response teams.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of radiological emergencies,radiation fundamentals; biological effects and risks; radiological monitoring instruments;exposure and contamination control techniques; on-scene assessment techniques; andspecial nuclear attack considerations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, and written examinations. Major topics covered in the course arean overview of radiological protection and hazards; review of radiological emergencymanagement; radiological instruments and radiological incidents; and assessment andprotective actions. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroomexercises, case studies, and computer-assisted VT/TV.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inRadiological Science (3/91). NOTE:If student only completes Fundamentals Course for Radiological Monitors(G320), only 1 credit should be awarded.

Version 1 Course Number: G320Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological MonitorsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day)Version Dates: 02/01/1991 - 02/28/1991 Description: 8-12 hours (1-2 days); 8 hours (1 day). Student will be able to use radiation detection

instruments; understand limitations of radiation detection instruments; take immediateprotective actions; and notify response teams. Upon successful completion of thiscourse, the student will be able to use, care for, and accurately read civil defenseradiation detection instruments; identify and report radiation exposure rates; identifysigns, labels, and placards which indicate radioactive materials that may be present;locate

Objective: Versions 1 and 3:

To provide participants with appropriate knowledge and skills related to monitoringradiation and performing as a member of a radiological response team. To provideparticipants with knowledge of immediate protective actions in response to contaminationresulting from radiological materials or radioactive fallout.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to use radiationdetection instruments; understand limitations of radiation detection instruments; takeimmediate protective actions; and notify response teams. Upon successful completion ofthis course, the student will be able to use, care for, and accurately read civil defenseradiation detection instruments; identify and report radiation exposure rates; identifysigns, labels, and placards which indicate radioactive materials that may be present;locate

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of radiological emergencies,radiation fundamentals; biological effects and risks; radiological monitoring instruments;exposure and contamination control techniques; on-scene assessment techniques; andspecial nuclear attack considerations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, and written examinations. Major topics covered in the course arean overview of radiological protection and hazards; review of radiological emergencymanagement; radiological instruments and radiological incidents; and assessment andprotective actions. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroomexercises, case studies, and computer-assisted VT/TV.


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours inRadiological Science (8/85). NOTE:In order to receive credit, students must complete both Fundamentals Coursefor Radiological Monitors (G320) and Fundamentals Course for RadiologicalResponse Teams (G326).

Fundamentals Course For Radiological OfficersACE Number: NEMI-0145Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: G323Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological OfficersFormer Course Title: (Formerly Fundamentals Course for Radiological Defense Officers)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (3 days).Version Dates: 11/30/1998 - 11/30/1998 Description: 24 hours (3 days). Student will be able to describe examples of radiological emergencies

and of relevant emergency response systems; apply biological concepts of radiationexposure to radiological operations and evaluate capabilities and limitations ofradiological instruments; develop and evaluate plans for radiological emergencies andevaluate nuclear threat preparedness; and communicate with technical and nontechnicalpersonnel.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed by state and localradiological officers to implement initial protective actions in a radiological emergency,and application of planning and management principles to planning and administration ofradiological protection systems.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe examplesof radiological emergencies and of relevant emergency response systems; applybiological concepts of radiation exposure to radiological operations and evaluatecapabilities and limitations of radiological instruments; develop and evaluate plans forradiological emergencies and evaluate nuclear threat preparedness; and communicatewith technical and nontechnical personnel.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are review of RRT; special considerations of nuclearterrorism; basic concepts of radiation and biological effects; radiological instrumentation;managing a radiological protection system; radiological response planning and stateradiological protection systems. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, and final examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in RadiologicalSciences or Emergency Management (8/85) (3/91) (9/95).

Fundamentals Course For Radiological Response TeamsACE Number: NEMI-0146Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: G326Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological Response TeamsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (3 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1993 - 11/30/1998


Description: 24 hours (3 days). Student will be able to classify the roles and responsibilities of eachcomponent of the radiological protection system; explain the radiation characteristics ofcommonly shipped radionuclides and the hazards involved; specify the factors that willaffect biological response to radiation and describe the risk in various types of radiationincidents; use the table response of radiation monitoring instruments to normalize riskquantities of radionuclides and demonstrate knowledge of radiological instruments; anduse the fallout exposure rate prediction tables.

Objective: To qualify participants as radiological response team members. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to classify the roles

and responsibilities of each component of the radiological protection system; explain theradiation characteristics of commonly shipped radionuclides and the hazards involved;specify the factors that will affect biological response to radiation and describe the risk invarious types of radiation incidents; use the table response of radiation monitoringinstruments to normalize risk quantities of radionuclides and demonstrate knowledge ofradiological instruments; and use the fallout exposure rate prediction tables.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are a review of basic concepts; radiological responseteam operations; practical radiation physics for radiological response teams; effects andrisks of radiation; exposure control; contamination control and decontamination; andnuclear terrorism radiation accident. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, case studies, and computer-assisted VT/TV.

Credit Recommendation: In the vocational certificate or lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2semester hours in Radiation Safety (9/95). NOTE:To qualify for 2 semester hours both Fundamentals Course for RadiologicalMonitors (G320) and Fundamentals Course for Radiological Response Team(G326) must be completed. Prerequisite:

G320.

Version 2 Course Number: G326Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological Response TeamsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 32 hours (5 days).Version Dates: 03/01/1991 - 09/30/1993 Description: 32 hours (5 days). Student will be able to identify radiological emergencies and assess

risk associated with such incidents; demonstrate appropriate monitoring techniques andcommunicate appropriate radiological information; describe response team's role andperform necessary tasks for effective exposure control, including evacuation and shelterpreparation; apply radiation fundamentals, including radiation protection, detection, andbiological effects of tasks to response teams; operate and troubleshoot radiologicalinstruments; and apply skills to both wartime and peacetime radiation hazards.

Objective: To provide participants with an understanding of radiation protection concepts andtechniques of radiological monitoring and response.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identifyradiological emergencies and assess risk associated with such incidents; demonstrateappropriate monitoring techniques and communicate appropriate radiologicalinformation; describe response team's role and perform necessary tasks for effectiveexposure control, including evacuation and shelter preparation; apply radiationfundamentals, including radiation protection, detection, and biological effects of tasks toresponse teams; operate and troubleshoot radiological instruments; and apply skills toboth wartime and peacetime radiation hazards.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are radiological emergencies and the radiologicaldefense system; radiation fundamentals; biological effects and risks; radiologicalmonitoring assessment; and state radiological defense programs and systems. Methodsof instruction include lecture, discussion, audiovisual aids, classroom exercises, andwritten examinations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inRadiological Science (3/91). NOTE:If student only completes Fundamentals Course for Radiological ResponseTeams (G326), only 1 credit should be awarded.


Version 1 Course Number: G326Course Title: Fundamentals Course For Radiological Response TeamsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 32 hours (5 days).Version Dates: 11/01/1984 - 02/28/1991 Description: 32 hours (5 days). Student will be able to identify radiological emergencies and assess

risk associated with such incidents; demonstrate appropriate monitoring techniques andcommunicate appropriate radiological information; describe response team's role andperform necessary tasks for effective exposure control, including evacuation and shelterpreparation; apply radiation fundamentals, including radiation protection, detection, andbiological effects of tasks to response teams; operate and troubleshoot radiologicalinstruments; and apply skills to both wartime and peacetime radiation hazards.

Objective: To provide participants with appropriate knowledge and skills related to monitoringradiation and performing as a member of a radiological response team.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identifyradiological emergencies and assess risk associated with such incidents; demonstrateappropriate monitoring techniques and communicate appropriate radiologicalinformation; describe response team's role and perform necessary tasks for effectiveexposure control, including evacuation and shelter preparation; apply radiationfundamentals, including radiation protection, detection, and biological effects of tasks toresponse teams; operate and troubleshoot radiological instruments; and apply skills toboth wartime and peacetime radiation hazards.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of radiological emergencies,radiation fundamentals; biological effects and risks; radiological monitoring instruments;exposure and contamination control techniques; on-scene assessment techniques; andspecial nuclear attack considerations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, and written examinations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours inRadiological Science (8/85). NOTE:In order to receive credit, students must complete both Fundamentals Coursefor Radiological Monitors (G320) and Fundamentals Course for RadiologicalResponse Teams (G326).

Hazard Mitigation And Financial Management Administration Grants Admin.(e-260)ACE Number: NEMI-0129Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Title: Hazard Mitigation And Financial Management Administration Grants Admin. (e-260)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 33 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 09/30/2007 Description: 33 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to identify major OMB grants management

requirements and relate them to requirements under HMGP and FMA; explain key SHMOand FEM regional program manager roles and responsibilities for mitigation grantsmanagement; relate their States' current capabilities for managing State responsibilitiesto determine performance shortfalls; monitor projects to ensure that they are incompliance with OMB, FEMA, and program requirements; prepare and submit alldocumentation for HMGP and/or FMA in accordance with program requirements; andclose out mitigation projects and programs.

Objective: To provide State Hazard Mitigation Officers (SHMOs), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)points of contact (POCs), and FEMA program managers with the knowledge they need tofulfill their fiduciary responsibilities associated with managing FEMA hazard mitigationgrants and the tools necessary to manage hazard mitigation grant resources efficiently.


Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify major OMBgrants management requirements and relate them to requirements under HMGP andFMA; explain key SHMO and FEM regional program manager roles and responsibilities formitigation grants management; relate their States' current capabilities for managingState responsibilities to determine performance shortfalls; monitor projects to ensurethat they are in compliance with OMB, FEMA, and program requirements; prepare andsubmit all documentation for HMGP and/or FMA in accordance with programrequirements; and close out mitigation projects and programs.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are documents governing the HMGP and FMA,financial management, project administration and cost share matching, programreporting and progress reports, program monitoring, classroom exercises, case studies,and program closeout and records retention. Methods of instruction include lecture andhands-on computer training.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Finance,Government, Accounting, Emergency Management, or Public Administration (3/03).

Version 1 Course Title: Hazard Mitigation And Financial Management Administration Grants Admin. (e-260)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 33 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 01/01/2000 - 02/28/2003 Description: 33 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY MAJOR OMB GRANTS

MANAGMENT REQUIRMENTS AND RELATE THEM TO REQUIREMENTS UNDER HMGP ANDFMA.

Objective: To provide State Hazard Mitigation Officers (SHMOs), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)points of contact (POCs), and FEMA program managers with the knowledge they need tofulfill their fiduciary responsibilities associated with managing FEMA hazard mitigationgrants and the tools necessary to manage hazard mitigation grant resources efficiently.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify major OMBgrants management requirements and relate them to requirements under HMGP andFMA; explain key SHMO and FEM regional program manager roles and responsibilities formitigation grants management; relate their States' current capabilities for managingState responsibilities to determine performance shortfalls; monitor projects to ensurethat they are in compliance with OMB, FEMA, and program requirements; prepare andsubmit all documentation for HMGP and/or FMA in accordance with programrequirements; and close out mitigation projects and programs.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are documents governing the HMGP and FMA,financial management, project administration and cost share matching, programreporting and progress reports, program monitoring, and program closeout and recordsretention. Methods of instruction include lecture and hands-on computer training.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Finance,Government, Accounting, Emergency Management, or Public Administration (12/99).

Instructional DeliveryACE Number: NEMI-0147Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E605Course Title: Instructional DeliveryLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present


Description: 28 HRS (4 DAYS) Student will be able to set up the classroom to enhance participation;use a variety of facilitation techniques to deliver instructions; use effective questioningtechniques when leading group discussions and processing small group activities;conduct small group exercises and discussions; use the experiential cycle to conducttraining sessions; deliver three 15-30 minute lessons demonstrating appropriatepresentation skills, according to the criteria in a structured evaluation instrument; andprovide constructive feedback to group members, following guidelines provided for givingand receiving feedback.

Objective: To prepare participants to deliver effective instruction using a variety of techniques thatadhere to adult learning principles.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to set up theclassroom to enhance participation; use a variety of facilitation techniques to deliverinstruction; use effective questioning techniques when leading group discussions andprocessing small group activities; conduct small group exercise and discussion; use theexperiential cycle to conduct training sessions; deliver three 15-30 minute lessonsdemonstrating appropriate presentation skills, according to the criteria in a structuresevolution instrument; and provide constructive feedback to group members, followingguidelines provided for giving and receiving feedback..

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the qualities of an effective trainer, presentationsby students and feedback, effective facilitation skills, training techniques, workshops,preview of participants' presentations, and final presentations. Methods of instructioninclude lecture, discussion, small workgroup exercises/activities, videos, readingassignments, individual oral presentations, power point visuals, an optional power pointtraining session, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education, Training, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or HumanResource Management (12/98) (7/01) (12/04) (3/09).

Version 1 Course Number: E605Course Title: Instructional DeliveryLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 32 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 03/01/1997 - 02/28/2009 Description: 32 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to set up the classroom to enhance

participation; use a variety of facilitation techniques to deliver instruction; use effectivequestioning techniques when leading group discussions and processing small groupactivities; conduct small group exercises and discussions; use the experiential cycle toconduct training sessions; deliver three 15-30 minute lessons demonstrating appropriatepresentation skills, according to the criteria in a structured evaluation instrument; andprovide constructive feedback to group members, following guidelines provided for givingand receiving feedback.

Objective: To prepare participants to deliver effective instruction using a variety of techniques thatadhere to adult learning principles.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to set up theclassroom to enhance participation; use a variety of facilitation techniques to deliverinstruction; use effective questioning techniques when leading group discussions andprocessing small group activities; conduct small group exercises and discussions; use theexperiential cycle to conduct training sessions; deliver three 15-30 minute lessonsdemonstrating appropriate presentation skills, according to the criteria in a structuredevaluation instrument; and provide constructive feedback to group members, followingguidelines provided for giving and receiving feedback.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the qualities of an effective trainer, presentationsby students and feedback, effective facilitation skills, training techniques, workshops,previews of participants' presentations, and final presentations. Methods of instructioninclude lecture, discussion, small workgroup exercises/activities, videos, readingassignments, individual oral presentations, power point visuals, an optional power pointtraining session, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Adult Education, Training, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or HumanResource Management (12/98) (7/01) (12/04).

Instructional Design


ACE Number: NEMI-0148Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E603Course Title: Instructional DesignLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 29 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: 29 HRS (4 DAYS) Student will be able to write a plan of instruction; describe

instructional models; and conduct audience, task, and strategies and methods foreffective learning.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to conductinstructional design processes I order to develop effective and useful training.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to write a plan ofinstruction; describe instructional models, and conduct audience, task and strategiesand methods for effective learning.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are instructional design modules; task analysis;instructional analysis; writing performance objectives; instructional strategy; and courseevaluation. Methods of instruction include lecture, small group discussions, classroomexercises, audio-visual materials, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Public Administration, and Emergency Management (12/96) (7/01) (12/04) (3/09).

Version 1 Course Number: E603Course Title: Instructional DesignLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 34 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 09/01/1996 - 02/28/2009 Description: 34 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to write a plan of instruction; describe

instructional models; and conduct audience, task, and strategies and methods foreffective learning.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to conductinstructional design processes in order to develop effective and useful training.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to write a plan ofinstruction; describe instructional models; and conduct audience, task, and strategiesand methods for effective learning.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are instructional design modules; task analysis;instructional analysis; writing performance objectives; instructional strategy; and courseevaluation. Methods of instruction include lecture, small group discussions, classroomexercises, audio-visual material, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Public Administration, and Emergency Management (12/96) (7/01) (12/04).

Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards PreparednessAnd ResponseACE Number: NEMI-0104Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E900Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards Preparedness And

ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)


Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - Present Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the functions and performance

requirements of an Integrated Emergency Management System (IEMS), including policy,coordination, and operations functions in an emergency operations environment;understand the roles and responsibilities of the fire service, emergency medicalservices/hospitals, law enforcement, public/environmental health, public works andutilities, and community service/volunteer organizations; and demonstrate proficienciesin an emergency role related to the individual's real life job assignment throughperformance in realistic, high-stress disaster simulations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (4/06). Note:Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course:E-900,E-901, E-905, E-906, E-910, E-911 and E-920.


ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 03/31/2006 Description: 28 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to describe the functions and performance




ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 12/01/1989 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF AN INTEGRATED EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM(IEMS), INCLUDING POLICY, COORDINATION, & OPERATIONS.

Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to a wide range of severe weather hazards, such as floods andtornadoes.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe thefunctions and performance requirements of an Integrated Emergency ManagementSystem (IEMS), including policy, coordination, and operations functions in an emergencyoperations environment; understand the roles and responsibilities of the fire service,emergency medical services/hospitals, law enforcement, public/environmental health,public works and utilities, and community service/volunteer organizations; anddemonstrate proficiencies in an emergency role related to the individual's real life jobassignment through performance in realistic, high-stress disaster simulations.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are severe weather threats; public policy issues;federal and state roles in emergency management; media and public information; stressmanagement for emergency personnel; orientations to the roles and responsibilities ofthe fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement, public works/utilities,emergency program management, and community services/volunteer organizations;incident management/command system, emergency operating center/incident commandinterface, rapid damage assessment, information technology, and post disaster responseissues. Methods of instruction include lecture, case study, planning sessions, high-stresssimulations and exercises, quizzes, and exercise critique and evaluation.


simulations and exercises, quizzes, and exercise critique and evaluation. Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degree

category, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management (12/99). NOTE: CREDIT CAN BEAWARDED FOR ONLY ONE COURSE IN THE SERIES: E-900, E-905, OR E-910

Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards Recovery AndMitigationACE Number: NEMI-0105Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E901Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 37 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - 04/30/2009 Description: 37 HOURS (4 DAYS) THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL

FOCUS ON DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE TO INCLUDE RECOVERY ANDMITIGATION ISSUES AND ACTIVITIES.


Version 2 Course Number: E901Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 03/31/2006 Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in

Emergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (3/03). Note:Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course: E-901,E-906, or E-911.

Version 1 Course Number: E901Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-all Hazards Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 08/01/1998 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL


Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to recover from andeffectively mitigate against a wide range of hazards, such as flooding and tornadoes. Theoverall course objectives include the following: 1) Given a representative post-disasterscenario, identify key issues and problems, assess opportunities and strategies, andimplement methods to enhance recovery in local communities. 2) Given a representativepost-disaster scenario, identify key issues and problems, assess opportunities andstrategies, and implement methods to enhance mitigation and long-term redevelopmentin local communities. 3) Given opportunities to practice job skills in realistic recovery andmitigation situations, identify actions to promote professional and organizational growth.


Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to expand theirtraditional focus on disaster preparedness and response to include recovery andmitigation issues and activities; increase the knowledge and skills that emergencymanagement professionals and other state and local officials need to enhance theircommunity's recovery from a major emergency and to reduce the probability andseverity of future events; identify recovery and mitigation issues and potential problems;identify opportunities, assess strategies, and prioritize options for improving short-termrecovery activities and plans after a major disaster; identify opportunities, assessstrategies, and prioritize options for improving mitigation activities and plans, includinglong-term redevelopment; develop public and private sector partnerships to enhancecoordination and cooperation in recovery and mitigation activities; and access federaland other sources of post-disaster assistance.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of mitigation; overview of recovery;overview of course exercises; organizational roles and actions during recovery andmitigation; situation and damage assessment; lifeline and recovery services; debrismanagement; documentation and the recovery process; emergency information andmedia affairs; Recovery Exercise Part 1: Assessing Current Situation; Recovery ExercisePart 2: Prioritizing Recovery Issues; community expectations and disaster dynamics;hazard mitigation initiatives; comprehensive (long-term) redevelopment; public/privatecollaborations; mitigation activity; and a case study and success stories. Methods ofinstruction include classroom instruction to include lecture, case studies, and questionsand answer sessions, planning sessions, in-class activities, high-stress simulationexercises and activities, exercise and activity critique, and evaluation.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management (12/99). NOTE: CREDIT CAN BEAWARDED FOR ONLY ONE COURSE IN THE SERIES: E-901, E-906, OR E-911

Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquakePreparedness And ResponseACE Number: NEMI-0106Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E910Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquake Preparedness And

ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - Present Description: 28 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to describe the functions and performance


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (3/03)(4/06).Note: Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course:E-900, E-905, or E-910.

Version 1 Course Number: E910Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquake Preparedness And

ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 12/01/1989 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF AN INTEGRATED EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM(IEMS), INCLUDING POLICY, COORDINATION.


Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to earthquakes and their effects of people and property.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are earthquake hazards; public policy issues; Federaland State roles in response and recovery; media and public information; stressmanagement for emergency personnel; orientations to the roles and responsibilities ofthe fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement, public works/utilities,emergency program management, and community services/volunteer organizations;mass care/shelter systems; incident management/command system, emergencyoperating center/incident command interface, rapid damage assessment, informationtechnology, and post earthquake response issues. Methods of instruction include lecture,case study, planning sessions, high-stress simulations and exercises, and exercisecritique and evaluation.


Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquake RecoveryAnd MitigationACE Number: NEMI-0107Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E911Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquake Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - Present Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science or Public Safety Management (3/03)(4/06).Note: Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course:E-900,E-901, E-905, E-906, E-910, E-911 and E-920.

Version 1 Course Number: E911Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-earthquake Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 08/01/1998 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL


Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to recover from andeffectively mitigate against earthquake hazards and their effects on people and property.The overall course objectives include the following: 1) Given a representativepost-disaster scenario, identify key issues and problems, assess opportunities andstrategies, and implement methods to enhance recovery in local communities. 2) Given arepresentative post-disaster scenario, identify key issues and problems, assessopportunities and strategies, and implement methods to enhance mitigation andlong-term redevelopment in local communities. 3) Given opportunities to practice jobskills in realistic recovery and mitigation situations, identify actions to promoteprofessional and organizational growth.


Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to expand theirtraditional focus on disaster preparedness and response to include recovery andmitigation issues and activities; increase the knowledge and skills that emergencymanagement professionals and other state and local officials need to enhance theircommunity's recovery from a major emergency and to reduce the probability andseverity of future events; identify recovery and mitigation issues and potential problems;identify opportunities, assess strategies, and prioritize options for improving short-termrecovery activities and plans after a major disaster including long-term redevelopment;develop public and private sector partnerships to enhance coordination and cooperationin recovery and mitigation activities; and access federal and other sources ofpost-disaster assistance.


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management (12/99). Note: Credit can beawarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course: E-901, E-906, or E-911.

Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hazardous MaterialsACE Number: NEMI-0108Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E920Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hazardous MaterialsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - Present Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF AN INTEGRATED EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM(iems), INCLUDING POLICY, COORDINATION.


Version 2 Course Number: E920Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hazardous MaterialsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 03/31/2006 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (3/03).

Version 1 Course Number: E920Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hazardous MaterialsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).


Version Dates: 12/01/1989 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND


Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to hazardous materials incidents on a community-wide basis.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe thefunctions and performance requirements of an Integrated Emergency ManagementSystem (IEMS), including policy, coordination, and operations functions in an emergencyoperations environment; understand the roles and responsibilities of the fire service,emergency medical services/hospitals, law enforcement, public/environmental health,public works and utilities, and community service/volunteer organizations; demonstrateproficiencies in an emergency role related to the individual's real life job assignmentthrough performance in realistic, high-stress disaster simulations.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an overview of hazardous materials; public policyissues in hazardous materials; federal role in hazardous materials response; media andpublic information; stress management for emergency personnel; orientations to theroles and responsibilities of the fire service, emergency medical services, lawenforcement, public works/utilities, emergency program management, and communityservices/volunteer organizations; incident management/command system,public/environmental health impacts of chemical and biological hazardous materials,radiological hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment for emergencyresponders. Methods of instruction include lecture, case study, planning sessions,high-stress simulations and exercises, instructor feedback, and exercise critique andevaluation.


Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane PreparednessAnd ResponseACE Number: NEMI-0109Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E905Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane Preparedness And ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - Present Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the functions and performance


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (3/03) (4/06).Note: Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course:E-900, E-901, E-905, E-906, E-910, E-911 and E-920.

Version 1 Course Number: E905Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane Preparedness And ResponseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1990 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND



Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to hurricanes and their effects of people and property.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are hurricane hazards; public policy issues; Federaland State roles in response and recovery; media and public information; stressmanagement for emergency personnel; orientations to the roles and responsibilities ofthe fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement, public works/utilities,emergency program management, and community services/volunteer organizations;mass care/shelter systems; incident management/command system, emergencyoperating center/incident command interface, rapid damage assessment, informationtechnology, and post hurricane response issues. Methods of instruction include lecture,case study, planning sessions, high-stress simulations and exercises, and exercisecritique and evaluation.


Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane Recovery AndMitigationACE Number: NEMI-0110Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E906Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - Present Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management or Fire Science & Public Safety Management (3/03)(4/06) Note:Credit can be awarded for only one course in the series of the IEMC course:E-900,E-901, E-905, E-906, E-910, E-911 and E-920.

Version 1 Course Number: E906Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-hurricane Recovery And MitigationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 08/01/1998 - 02/28/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO EXPAND THEIR TRADITIONAL


Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to recover from andeffectively mitigate against hurricanes and their effects on people and property. Theoverall course objectives include the following: 1) Given a representative post-disasterscenario, identify key issues and problems, assess opportunities and strategies, andimplement methods to enhance recovery in local communities. 2) Given a representativepost-disaster scenario, identify key issues and problems, assess opportunities andstrategies, and implement methods to enhance mitigation and long-term redevelopmentin local communities. 3) Given opportunities to practice job skills in realistic recovery and


mitigation situations, identify actions to promote professional and organizational growth. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to expand their

traditional focus on disaster preparedness and response to include recovery andmitigation issues and activities; increase the knowledge and skills that emergencymanagement professionals and other state and local officials need to enhance theircommunity's recovery from a major emergency and to reduce the probability andseverity of future events; identify recovery and mitigation issues and potential problems;identify opportunities, assess strategies, and prioritize options for improving mitigationactivities and plans, including long-term redevelopment; develop public and privatesector partnerships to enhance coordination and cooperation in recovery and mitigationactivities; and access federal and other sources of post-disaster assistance.



Integrated Emergency Management Course-Homeland SecurityACE Number: NEMI-0111Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: S915Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course-Homeland SecurityFormer Course Title: Integrated Emergency Management Course (iemc)-response To Consequences Of

TerrorismLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - Present Description: 24 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the functions and performance


Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management (4/06). Note: Credit can be awarded for only one course in theseries of the IEMC course: E-900,E-901, E-905, E-906, E-910, E-911 and E-920.


TerrorismLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (4.5 days)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 03/31/2006


Description: 24 hours (4.5 days), student will be able to describe the functions and performancerequirements of an Integrated Emergency Management System (IEMS), including policy,coordination, and operations functions in an emergency operations environment;understand the roles and responsibilities of the fire service, emergency medicalservices/hospitals, law enforcement, public/environmental health, public works andutilities, and community service/volunteer organizations; and demonstrate proficienciesin an emergency role related to the individual's real life job assignment throughperformance in realistic, high-stress disaster simulations.

Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to the consequences of major terrorism and/or criminal incidents on acommunity-wide basis.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are terrorism threats and trends; public policy issues;state roles in terrorism response; media and public information; orientations to the rolesand responsibilities of the fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement,public works/utilities, emergency program management, and communityservices/volunteer organizations; incident management/command system; andpublic/environmental impacts. Methods of instruction include lecture, case study,planning sessions, high-stress simulations and exercises, instructor feedback, andexercise critique and evaluation.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management (3/03).


TerrorismLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1995 - 02/01/2003 Description: 28 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS AND

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF AN INTEGRATED EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM(IEMS), INCLUDING POLICY, COORDINATION.

Objective: To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for andeffectively respond to the consequences of major terrorism and/or criminal incidents on acommunity-wide basis.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are terrorism threats and trends; public policy issues;state roles in terrorism response; media and public information; orientations to the rolesand responsibilities of the fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement,public works/utilities, emergency program management, and communityservices/volunteer organizations; incident management/command system; andpublic/environmental impacts. Methods of instruction include lecture, case study,planning sessions, high-stress simulations and exercises, instructor feedback, andexercise critique and evaluation.



Management and Supervision of TrainingACE Number: NEMI-0149Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E601Course Title: Management and Supervision of TrainingFormer Course Title: (Formerly Management and Supervision of Training [E225])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 29 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: 29 HRS (4 DAYS) Student will be able to analyze and prioritize methods and oversee the

training process. Objective: To provide FEMA training managers with the knowledge and skills to effectively analyze

training needs and design, develop, plan, manage, and evaluate training courses. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to analyze and

prioritize methods and oversee the training process. Instruction: Major topics and covered in the course are analyzing state training needs; designing

training (adult learning principles, developing plans of instruction, writing learningobjectives, training content, training methods, selecting training media); developing andreviewing training materials, producing training materials; planning training - marketingtraining, selecting training sites, selecting and preparing presenter; managing training;evaluating training. Methods of instruction include lecture, small group exercises,audiotape, videotape, job aids, pre-course readings and knowledge/skill assessmenttool.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in HumanResource Management or Adult Education (9/95) (7/01) (12/04) (3/09).

Version 2 Course Number: E601Course Title: Management and Supervision of TrainingFormer Course Title: (Formerly Management and Supervision of Training [E225])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 32.5 hours.Version Dates: 08/01/2000 - 02/28/2009 Description: 32.5 HRS. Student will be able to analyze and prioritize methods and oversee the

training process.

Version 1 Course Number: E601Course Title: Management and Supervision of TrainingFormer Course Title: (Formerly Management and Supervision of Training [E225])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 11/01/1993 - 07/31/2000 Description: 30 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to analyze and prioritize methods and oversee

the training process. Objective: To provide FEMA training managers with the knowledge and skills to effectively analyze

training needs and design develop, plan, manage and evaluate training courses. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to analyze and

prioritize methods and oversee the training process.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are analyzing state training needs; designing training(adult learning principles, developing plans of instruction, writing learning objectives,training content, training methods, selecting training media); developing and reviewingtraining materials, producing training materials; planning training - marketing training,selecting training sites, selecting and preparing presenter; managing training; evaluatingtraining. Methods of instruction include lecture, small group exercises, audiotape,videotape, job aids, pre-course readings, and knowledge/skill assessment tool.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in HumanResource Management or Adult Education (9/95) (7/01) (12/04).

Multi-hazard Program For Schools Train-the-trainerCredit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E362Course Title: Multi-hazard Program For Schools Train-the-trainerLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 07/01/1996 - 12/31/1999 Objective: To enable students to explain the importance of comprehensive emergency response

school planning to others and lead individuals in their school and community through theprocess of developing an effective multi-hazard risk reduction plan and an emergencyresponse plan.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to fulfill the role ofcourse manager and successfully teach the Multi-Hazard Program for Schools.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are risk education techniques, drills, immediateresponse exercises, post-disaster recovery, mitigation opportunities, crisis intervention,and the process to develop an emergency response plan for a school. Methods ofinstruction include video, lecture, instructor led discussions, individual and small groupexercises, and teamwork in-group presentations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inElementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, SchoolAdministration, or Educational Policy (12/99).

NEMIS: Mitigation Field Operations Manual TrainingACE Number: NEMI-0151Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E207Course Title: NEMIS: Mitigation Field Operations Manual TrainingFormer Course Title: Mitigation Field Operations CourseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 03/01/2003 - 10/31/2007 Description: 37 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to refer to the Mitigation Field Operations

Manual to identify required tasks during all five phases of mitigation operations includingpre-deployment, field operations, deactivation, long-term recovery, and non-disaster;apply principles for maximizing team effectiveness in disaster response and recoveryoperations; demonstrate skills required to accomplish field mitigation objectives duringdisaster response and recovery during a table top exercise; employ conflict managementtechniques as needed to achieve mitigation goals; demonstrate communication skillsneeded to interact with federal, state, local, and private sector officals, with the publicand with the media, to accomplish mitigation goals; and utilize stress managementtechniques to handle personal stress during disaster operations and recognize andadress stress-related problems in co-workers.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management (3/03).

Version 1


Course Number: E207Course Title: NEMIS: Mitigation Field Operations Manual TrainingFormer Course Title: Mitigation Field Operations CourseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 37 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 11/01/1998 - 02/28/2003 Description: 37 hours (4.5 days). Student will be able to refer to the Mitigation Field Operations

Manual to identify required tasks during all five phases of mitigation operations includingpre-deployment, field operations, deactivation, long-term recovery, and non-disaster;apply principles for maximizing team effectiveness in disaster response and recoveryoperations; demonstrate skills required to accomplish field mitigation objectives duringdisaster response and recovery during a table top exercise; employ conflict managementtechniques as needed to achieve mitigation goals; demonstrate communication skillsneeded to interact with federal, state, local, and private sector officals, with the publicand with the media, to accomplish mitigation goals; and utilize stress managementtechniques to handle personal stress during disaster operations and recognize andadress stress-related problems in co-workers.

Objective: To provide a practical, performance-oriented learning environment that enablesparticipants to accomplish their assigned roles in integrating mitigation into disasterresponse and recovery operations.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to refer to theMitigation Field Operations Manual to identify required tasks during all five phases ofmitigation operations including pre-deployment, field operations, deactivation, long-termrecovery, and non-disaster; apply principles for maximizing team effectiveness indisaster response and recovery operations; demonstrate skills required to accomplishfield mitigation objectives during disaster response and recovery during a table topexercise; employ conflict management techniques as needed to achieve mitigation goals;demonstrate communication skills needed to interact with federal, state, local, andprivate sector officals, with the public and with the media, to accomplish mitigationgoals; and utilize stress management techniques to handle personal stress duringdisaster operations and recognize and adress stress-related problems in co-workers.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are mitigation field operations, briefing preparationand presentation, media relations, conflict management, stress management, andteambuilding. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercise,small group activities, and audio/visual material.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 1 semester hour in Emergency Management (12/99).

National Flood Insurance Program (nfip)/community Rating System (crs)ACE Number: NEMI-0112Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E278Course Title: National Flood Insurance Program (nfip)/community Rating System (crs)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 04/01/2006 - Present Description: 30 HOURS (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the principles and basic

framework of the CRS; identify the activities eligible for credit; describe the communityapplication process, including application calendar, complete application worksheets foreach activity; describe how and why credit points are adjusted for various activities;describe how the community classification is determined; demonstrate how the CRSCommunity Application Software works; and describe the community's responsibilitieswhile participating in the CRS.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management or Public Administration (4/06)

Version 1 Course Number: E278Course Title: National Flood Insurance Program (nfip)/community Rating System (crs)


Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 05/01/1994 - 03/31/2006 Description: 30 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESCRIBE THE PRINCIPLES

AND BASIC FRAMEWORK OF THE CRS; IDENTIFY THE ACTIVITIES ELIGIBLE FORCREDIT.

Objective: To provide the student with the knowledge and skills to apply the criteria of theCommunity Rating System to a community.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe theprinciples and basic framework of the CRS; identify the activities eligible for credit;describe the community application process, including application calendar, completeapplication worksheets for each activity; describe how and why credit points areadjusted for various activities; describe how the community classification is determined;demonstrate how the CRS Community Application Software works; and describe thecommunity's responsibilities while participating in the CRS.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are CRS background and application procedures,public information, mapping and regulations, floodplain management and repetitive lossplans, damage reduction, flood preparedness, classification calculations, andrecertification, modification, and reverification procedures. Methods of instruction includelecture, discussion sessions, videotape, team/group work, computer lab, and casestudy/exercise.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Emergency Management or Public Administration (12/99)(3/03).

National Flood Insurance Program: Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP)Training CourseACE Number: NEMI-0171Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E238Course Title: National Flood Insurance Program: Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Training CourseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours.Version Dates: 05/01/2000 - 10/31/2007 Description: 30 HRS. Student will be able to develop, implement, and manage a CTP Agreement in

compliance with federal government requirements; complete mapping activities; assesscommunity mapping needs; determine project scopes; prepare and implement MappingActivity Statements; evaluate, select, and oversee contractors; apply NFIP regulationsand guidelines to flood hazard analyses; and prepare and submit NFIP flood hazard mapsand related products that comply with FEMA standards and specifications.

Objective: To prepare Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) to successfully implement NationalFlood Insurance Program (NFIP) mapping activities and produce flood map productsunder the CTP initiative.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to develop,implement, and manage a CTP Agreement in compliance with federal governmentrequirements; complete mapping activities; assess community mapping needs;determine project scopes; prepare and implement Mapping Activity Statements;evaluate, select, and oversee contractors; apply NFIP regulations and guidelines to floodhazard analyses; and prepare and submit NFIP flood hazard maps and related productsthat comply with FEMA standards and specifications.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the flood mapping process, the cooperativeagreement, community mapping needs, using contractors, topographic and flood hazarddata, base mapping and digital flood insurance rate maps, map production andprocessing requirements, digital engineering data, and Geographic Information System(GIS). Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, casestudies, audio-visual material, and final examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inGeographic Information Systems, Political Science, or Contract/Grant Supervision (7/01).


Nemis Mitigation Instructor Training WorkshopACE Number: NEMI-0113Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E842Course Title: Nemis Mitigation Instructor Training WorkshopLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 36 hoursVersion Dates: 03/01/2003 - 09/30/2007 Description: 36 hours. Student will be able to train other FEMA and State personnel to use NEMIS to

enter all pertinent data for all three programs from set up of the activity or disasterthrough funding closeout.

Objective: To integrate knowledge of all tasks in the NEMIS Mitigation module with a basic set ofadult training methods to help students effectively transfer their knowledge to others inthe field.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to train other FEMAand State personnel to use NEMIS to enter all pertinent data for all three programs fromset up of the activity or disaster through funding closeout.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are understanding participants and the learningprocess, being an effective instructor, teaching methods: knowledge and attitudes,teaching methods: motor skills and instructional aids, and planning to teach. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, hands-on computer work, small group exercises,role-playing, and teach backs (presentation of sections of the NEMIS Mitigation TrainingCourse) that are evaluated by the instructors.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inAdult/Vocational Education, Emergency Management, or Speech/Communication (3/03).

Version 1 Course Number: E842Course Title: Nemis Mitigation Instructor Training WorkshopLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 36 hoursVersion Dates: 01/01/2000 - 02/28/2003 Description: 36 HOURS. THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO TRAIN OTHER FEMA & STATE PERSONNEL

TO USE NEMIS TO ENTER ALL PERTINENT DATA FOR ALL THREE PROGRAMS FROM SETUP OF THE ACTIV. OR DISASTER THROUGH FUNDING CLOSEOUT

Objective: To integrate knowledge of all tasks in the NEMIS Mitigation module with a basic set ofadult training methods to help students effectively transfer their knowledge to others inthe field.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to train other FEMAand State personnel to use NEMIS to enter all pertinent data for all three programs fromset up of the activity or disaster through funding closeout.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are understanding participants and the learningprocess, being an effective instructor, teaching methods: knowledge and attitudes,teaching methods: motor skills and instructional aids, and planning to teach. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, hands-on computer work, small group exercises,role-playing, and teach backs (presentation of sections of the NEMIS Mitigation TrainingCourse) that are evaluated by the instructors.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate or upper division baccalaureate degreecategory, 2 semester hours in Adult/Vocational Education, Emergency Management, orSpeech/Communication (12/99).

Performance and Needs AssessmentACE Number: NEMI-0155Credit Type: Course


Version 1 Course Number: E602Course Title: Performance and Needs AssessmentLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1995 - 10/31/2007 Description: 30 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to understand the importance of needs

assessment; develop a detailed plan for needs assessment based on performanceproblems in their community; and select and use analysis techniques to accomplish aneeds assessment to communicate results.

Objective: To provide students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to develop a plan forconducting a needs assessment, practice various techniques and tools of needsassessment and analyze data and communicate results.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand theimportance of needs assessment; develop a detailed plan for needs assessment basedon performance problems in their community; and select and use analysis techniques toaccomplish a needs assessment to communicate results.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are analyzing performance problems; basic conceptsfor needs assessment; developing techniques and tools for performance and needsassessment; and planning needs assessment. Methods of instruction include lecture,discussion, classroom exercises, case studies, audio-visual material, learnerpresentations, and an examination.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Education,Public Administration, or Emergency Management (12/96) (7/01) (12/04).

Radiological Accident AssessmentACE Number: NEMI-0156Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E350Course Title: Radiological Accident AssessmentLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (1 week).Version Dates: 06/01/1985 - 01/31/2000 Description: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to assess the off-site

radiological consequences to the public following a release of radioactivity from a nuclearfacility; make recommendations to public officials concerning minimizing the hazards ofa release of radioactivity; and identify factors affecting the movement of radioactivity.

Objective: This course is designed for individuals who have, or will have, responsibilities for helpingto assess the radiological consequences to the public following an accidental release ofradioactivity from a nuclear facility. It will provide knowledge and skills required to makerecommendations to public officials to minimize the hazards to the public.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to assess the off-siteradiological consequences to the public following a release of radioactivity from a nuclearfacility; make recommendations to public officials concerning minimizing the hazards ofa release of radioactivity; and identify factors affecting the movement of radioactivity.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are accident classification and protective actiondecision-making, projection methods, off-site monitoring, and meteorology. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate or graduate degree category, 2 semester hours inPublic Health or Radiological Science (8/85) (10/89) (9/95).

Radiological Accident Assessment ConceptsACE Number: NEMI-0172Credit Type: Course


Version 1 Course Number: E341Course Title: Radiological Accident Assessment ConceptsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 41 hours (31 hours resident, 10 hours pre-course workbook).Version Dates: 02/01/2000 - 10/31/2007 Description: 41 HRS. (31 HOURS RESIDENT, 10 HOURS PRE-COURSE WORKBOOK) Student will be

able to describe the source and magnitude of the threat to the public from a nuclearpower plant accident and how it can be managed; and determine appropriate responsesand make recommendations to governing officials for proper protection of the public inaccordance with appropriate government documents, as revised, to include: the NuclearRegulatory Commission (NRC) Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of RadiologicalEmergency Response Plans and Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants,NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, rev. 1 and Criteria for Protective Action Recommendations forSevere Accidents, NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, rev. 1, supplement 3; EnvironmentalProtection Agency (EPA) protective action guides (PAGs); the EPA Manual of ProtectiveAction Guides and Protective Actions for Nuclear Incidents, EPA 400-R-92-001 and theFDA Accidental Radioactive Contamination of Human Food and Animal Feeds:Recommendations for State and Local Agencies, August 13, 1998.

Objective: To provide the participant with the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the off-siteradiological consequences to the public following an accidental release of radioactivityfrom nuclear power reactor and non-reactor accidents.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe thesource and magnitude of the threat to the public from a nuclear power plant accidentand how it can be managed; and determine appropriate responses and makerecommendations to governing officials for proper protection of the public in accordancewith appropriate government documents, as revised, to include: the Nuclear RegulatoryCommission (NRC) Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of Radiological EmergencyResponse Plans and Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants,NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, rev. 1 and Criteria for Protective Action Recommendations forSevere Accidents, NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, rev. 1, supplement 3; EnvironmentalProtection Agency (EPA) protective action guides (PAGs); the EPA Manual of ProtectiveAction Guides and Protective Actions for Nuclear Incidents, EPA 400-R-92-001 and theFDA Accidental Radioactive Contamination of Human Food and Animal Feeds:Recommendations for State and Local Agencies, August 13, 1998.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are atmospheric dispersion meteorology,plume-phase dose projection procedures, computer modeling of plumes, food supplycontamination calculations and FDA requirements, EPA relocation requirements, andEPA/FDA guidance on non-reactor accidents. Methods of instruction include lecture,discussions, small group activities, tabletop exercises, computer simulations, and a finalexamination to assess student proficiency and successful completion of the course.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate or graduate level degree category, 3 semester hoursin Public Health, Radiological Safety, Health Physics, Hazardous Materials, or IndustrialHygiene (7/01)(12/04).

Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise EvaluationACE Number: NEMI-0157Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E304Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise EvaluationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 15 hours (3 Days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: 15 HRS (3 DAYS) Student will be able to determine the process, procedures, and

personnel necessary in a REP exercise; and determine the organization facilities andoperation required in a REP exercise.


Objective: To provide the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively evaluate aradiological emergency preparedness exercise to determine the response capabilities ofoff-site response organizations.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to determine theprocess, procedures, and personnel necessary in a REP exercise; and determine theorganization facilities and operation required in a REP exercise.

Instruction: Major topics and covered in the course are the purpose and process and methods of theevaluation; and the role of the evaluator. Exercise evaluation skills should be improvedby participating in this activity. Methods of instruction include exercises, field study, andcase studies-major exercise involvement.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in PublicAdministration or Radiological Safety (3/09).

Version 2 Course Number: E304Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise EvaluationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 07/01/2001 - 02/28/2009 Description: 31 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to determine the process, procedures, and


Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in PublicAdministration or Radiological Safety (7/01).

Version 1 Course Number: E304Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise EvaluationLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 31 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 09/01/1986 - 06/30/2001 Description: 31 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to determine the process, procedures, and


Objective: To provide the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively evaluate aradiological emergency preparedness exercise to determine the response capabilities ofoff-site response organizations.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to determine theprocess, procedures, and personnel necessary in a REP exercise; and determine theorganization facilities and operation required in a REP exercise.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the purpose and process and methods of theevaluation; and the role of the evaluator. Exercise evaluation skills should be improvedby participating in this activity. Methods of instruction include exercises, field study, andcase studies-major exercise involvement.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate or graduate degree category, 2 semester hours inPublic Administration or Radiological Safety (10/89) (9/95).

Radiological Emergency Preparedness PlanningACE Number: NEMI-0158Credit Type: Course

Version 3 Course Number: E340Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness PlanningLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present


Description: 28 HRS (4 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the technical and regulatoryrequirements of radiological emergency planning apply the criteria in developing a plan,determine the plans adequacy, and describe the federal process of reviewing andapproving such plans.

Objective: To provide local, state, or federal personnel or utility company personnel with theknowledge and skills needed for planning for an off-site nuclear accident, focusing onboth the federal regulatory and public policy issues.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe thetechnical and regulatory requirements of radiological emergency planning apply thecriteria in developing a plan, determine the plans adequacy, and describe the federalprocess of revising and approving such plans.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are regulations regarding radiological emergencyplanning; plan design, planning criteria and plan approval. Methods of instruction includelectures, discussion, group discussions and activity and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in PublicAdministration or Radiological Safety (8/85) (10/89) (9/95) 7/01) (12/04) (3/09).

Version 2 Course Number: E340Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness PlanningLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 31 hours (4.5 days).Version Dates: 04/01/1989 - 02/28/2009 Description: 31 HRS. (4.5 DAYS) Student will be able to describe the technical and regulatory

requirements of radiological emergency planning, apply the criteria in developing a plan,determine the plans adequacy, and describe the federal process of reviewing andapproving such plans.

Objective: To provide local, state or federal personnel or utility company personnel with theknowledge and skills needed for planning for an off-site nuclear accident, focusing onboth the federal regulatory and public policy issues.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are regulations regarding radiological emergencyplanning; plan design, planning criteria and plan approval. Methods of instruction includelectures, discussion, group discussions and activity and exercises.

Version 1 Course Number: E340Course Title: Radiological Emergency Preparedness PlanningLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 34 hours (1 week).Version Dates: 01/01/1985 - 03/01/1989 Description: 34 HRS. (1 WEEK) Student will be able to describe the technical and regulatory

requirements of radiological emergency planning, apply the criteria in developing a plan,determine the plans adequacy, and describe the federal process of reviewing andapproving such plans.

Objective: To provide federal, state, local, and private industry radiological planners with federalguidance for planning around nuclear power generating stations.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe thetechnical and regulatory requirements of radiological emergency planning, apply thecriteria in developing a plan, determine the plans adequacy, and describe the federalprocess of reviewing and approving such plans.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are basic principles and procedures of nuclearphysics, map reading, environmental sampling, radiological area control, respiratoryprotection, field instrument techniques, personnel and equipment anti-contamination,and hot-line procedures and personnel monitoring. Methods of instruction includelectures, discussions, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in PublicAdministration or Radiological Safety (8/85) (10/89) (9/95) (7/01) (12/04).


Radiological Emergency Response Operations (Formerly RadiologicalEmergency Response Operations [E301])ACE Number: NEMI-0159Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: S301Course Title: Radiological Emergency Response Operations (Formerly Radiological Emergency

Response Operations [E301])Former Course Title: (Formerly Radiological Emergency Response Operations [E301])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 44 hours (5.5 days).Version Dates: 10/01/1994 - 10/31/2007 Description: 44 HRS. (5.5 DAYS) Student will be able to conduct a site safety briefing; describe

potential safety hazards; develop a radiological field response plan; conduct a fieldsurvey; perform an on-scene radiological assessment of an accident site; conductappropriate monitoring to designate control zones; and perform exposure, contaminationand decontamination procedures.

Objective: To provide students with the ability to respond as a member of a radiological responseteam to a variety of incidents and perform initial assessment, establish on-sitecommunication and implement appropriate response options to safely and effectivelycontrol emergency situations involving radioactive materials.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to conduct a sitesafety briefing; describe potential safety hazards; develop a radiological field responseplan; conduct a field survey; perform an on-scene radiological assessment of an accidentsite; conduct appropriate monitoring to designate control zones; and perform exposure,contamination and decontamination procedures.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are planning principles for radiation accidents;emergency organizational structure and responsibilities; radiological emergencyresponse procedures; protective actions; site safety practices; exposure assessment andcontrol; decontamination procedures and monitoring principles and practices andpersonal protective equipment. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom practical exercises, case studies, and demonstration of skills through a seriesof practical exercises and proficiency tests.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in RadiologicalSafety (9/95) (7/01).

Radiological Emergency Response Operations (Formerly RadiologicalEmergency Response)ACE Number: NEMI-0160Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E301Course Title: Radiological Emergency Response Operations (Formerly Radiological Emergency

Response)Former Course Title: (Formerly Radiological Emergency Response)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Version Dates: 10/01/1991 - 10/31/1994 Description: 44 HRS. (5.5 DAYS) Student will be able to appropriately respond to and handle a

radiological emergency situation.

Version 1 Course Number: E301Course Title: Radiological Emergency Response Operations (Formerly Radiological Emergency

Response)


Former Course Title: (Formerly Radiological Emergency Response)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 44 hours (5.5 days).Version Dates: 08/01/1985 - 10/31/1989 Description: 44 HRS. (5.5 DAYS) Student will be able to appropriately respond to and handle a

radiological emergency situation. Objective: To provide persons assigned to state and local radiological emergency response teams

with "hands-on" experience in simulated radiation accidents. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to appropriately

respond to and handle a radiological emergency situation. Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are exercises in basic principles and procedures of

nuclear physics, environmental sampling, radiological area control, respiratoryprotection, field instrument techniques, personnel and equipment anti-contamination,and hot-line procedures and personnel monitoring. Methods of instruction includelectures, discussions, use of videotapes, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in RadiologicalSciences or related programs (8/85) (10/89) (9/95) (12/04).

Radiological Instructors Iii (train The Trainer)ACE Number: NEMI-0161Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E425Course Title: Radiological Instructors Iii (train The Trainer)Former Course Title: (Formerly Train the Trainer for Radiological Instructors III [E425])Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 35 hours (1 week).Version Dates: 12/31/1989 - 12/31/1989 Description: 35 hours (1 week). Objective: To qualify trainers as Radiological Instructor III to teach the "Fundamentals Course for

Radiological Response Teams," the "Fundamentals Course for Radiological Officers," andthe "Radiological Monitor Instructor Course."

Instruction: Major topics covered in this course are "Fundamentals Course for Radiological ResponseTeams," "Fundamentals Course for Radiological Officers," and the "Radiological MonitorInstructor Course." Methods of instruction include lectures, discussions, and workshops.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in RadiologicalScience or Education (8/85) (9/95).

Radiological Monitors Instructor (part 1)ACE Number: NEMI-0162Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: G340Course Title: Radiological Monitors Instructor (part 1)Location: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hours (3 days).Version Dates: 11/30/1998 - 11/30/1998 Objective: To provide qualified instructors with knowledge and skills necessary to teach the

"Fundamentals Course for Radiological Monitors." Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate

instructional skills in presenting any segment of the Fundamentals Course forRadiological Monitors. They must demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities tomanage, deliver, and evaluate the FCRM class.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are student recruitment and scheduling; instructionaltechniques and methodology; expedient radiological training; source handlingtechniques; and student teaching. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, andexercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inRadiological Science Education (8/85) (11/91) (12/96).

Recovery From Disaster: The Local Government RoleACE Number: NEMI-0169Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E210Course Title: Recovery From Disaster: The Local Government RoleLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 28 hours (4 days).Version Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: 28 HRS (4 DAYS) Student will have knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a local

disaster recovery team; and will know how to develop a local disaster recovery plan. Objective: To provide local government disaster recovery teams the knowledge of roles and

responsibilities in disaster recovery, and to provide the opportunity for courseparticipants to develop and/or update local recovery plans.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be have the knowledge of theroles and responsibilities of a local disaster recovery team; and will know how to developa local disaster recovery plan.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are disaster recovery organization and planning; therole of administrators, community leadership, emergency management, public works,building inspection, public health and safety, planning and community development,housing, public information, and a recovery task force; preparing a disaster recoveryplan (annexes). Methods of instruction include lecture, case studies, and an appliedexercise.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in EmergencyManagement or Political Science (7/01) (3/09).

Version 1 Course Number: E210Course Title: Recovery From Disaster: The Local Government RoleLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 30 hours (with an additional 4 hours of pre-course preparation).Version Dates: 02/01/1999 - 02/28/2009 Description: 30 HRS. (WITH AN ADDITIONAL 4 HOURS OF PRE-COURSE PREPARATION) Student will

have knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a local disaster recovery team; andwill know how to develop a local disaster recovery plan.

Objective: To provide local government disaster recovery teams the knowledge of roles andresponsibilities in disaster recovery, and to provide the opportunity for courseparticipants to develop and/or update local recovery plans.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have knowledge of the rolesand responsibilities of a local disaster recovery team; and will know how to develop alocal disaster recovery plan.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are disaster recovery organization and planning; therole of administrators, community leadership, emergency management, public works,building inspection, public health and safety, planning and community development,housing, public information, and a recovery task force; preparing a disaster recoveryplan (annex). Methods of instruction include lecture, case studies, and an appliedexercise.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inEmergency Management or Political Science (7/01).


Residential Coastal ConstructionACE Number: NEMI-0167Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E386Course Title: Residential Coastal ConstructionLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 29 hours (1 week).Version Dates: 02/01/2000 - Present Description: 29 HRS. (1 WEEK) Student will be able to describe how Federal, State, and local

regulations interact to minimize damage in coastal communities; identify the types ofhazards that are most likely in a given environment and the resulting forces that act onresidential buildings; apply hazard analysis data to evaluate building sites; apply loadcombination analysis and continuous load path principles to building design; explain themajor issues for implementing the building design in construction; and analyze andsynthesize site, hazard, and regulatory information for several potential building sites todetermine the advantages and disadvantages of each site for residential development,specific siting, design, and construction techniques to mitigate hazards at each site.

Objective: To train engineers, architects and building code officials to implement FEMA's CoastalConstruction Manual, the state-of-the-art reference that provides best practices inhazard identification, planning, designing, and constructing residential structures incoastal residential construction.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe howFederal, State, and local regulations interact to minimize damage in coastalcommunities; identify the types of hazards that are most likely in a given environmentand the resulting forces that act on residential buildings; apply hazard analysis data toevaluate building sites; apply load combination analysis and continuous load pathprinciples to building design; explain the major issues for implementing the buildingdesign in construction; and analyze and synthesize site, hazard, and regulatoryinformation for several potential building sites to determine the advantages anddisadvantages of each site for residential development, specific siting, design, andconstruction techniques to mitigate hazards at each site.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are an introduction and course overview; history,environment, and risk and regulation; identifying hazards; siting; site-specific loads;designing the building; construction and maintenance; and case study. Methods ofinstruction include lecture, discussion sessions, videotape, team/group exercises,computer lababoratory, case studies, and used to assess student proficiency andsuccessful completion of the course.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in CoastalResidential Construction Practices, Emergency Management Hazard MitigationTechniques, or Civil Engineering (7/01)(12/04)(3/09).

Resource Management CourseACE Number: NEMI-0164Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: G276Course Title: Resource Management CourseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 12.5 hours.Version Dates: 11/30/1998 - 11/30/1998 Objective: To provide resource management coordinators with the knowledge and skills needed to

perform resource management functions within the overall framework of an emergencyoperations center.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to implement andactivate a resource management system during an emergency; manage the coordinationof resources during an emergency.


Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are resource needs assessment and analysis;developing standard operating procedures; evaluation of SOP's; and implementing theResource Management System. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion,classroom exercises, audio-visual material, computer-assisted instruction, evaluation -quizzes, projects - exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour inManagement (9/95).

Response Operations CourseACE Number: NEMI-0114Credit Type: Course

Version 1 Course Number: E316Course Title: Response Operations CourseLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 27 hours (4.5 days)Version Dates: 08/01/1998 - 09/30/2007 Description: 27 HOURS (4.5 DAYS). THE STUDENT WILL HAVE WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF THE

MISSION, FUNCTIONS, COMPOSITION, AND AUTHORITIES OF THE EMERGENCY TEAMS. Objective: To provide participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage disaster

response operations. Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have working knowledge of

the mission, functions, composition, and authorities of the emergency teams;understanding of the Federal Response Plan (FRP) and its implementing procedures;understanding of the Logistics Support System and Information and Planning function;understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS) and its application to disasterresponse; awareness of the unique aspects of Weapons of Mass Destruction. (WMD)incidents; and understanding of the interrelationships of the emergency teams.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are response operations system overview; State andlocal response operations; ROC and EST coordination; information and planning role;role of the operations manager; logistical support systems, military support to civilauthorities; role and organization of the emergency services branch, human servicesbranch, infrastructure support branch and administration; and terrorism - consequencemanagement. Methods of instruction include lecture, questions and answer, small groupfeedback and tabletop exercises, and mid and final examinations.

Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours inEmergency Management, Fire Science, or Public Safety Management (12/99)(3/03).

Retrofitting Flood-Prone Residential BuildingsACE Number: NEMI-0031Credit Type: Course

Version 2 Course Number: E279Course Title: Retrofitting Flood-Prone Residential BuildingsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 24 hoursVersion Dates: 03/01/2009 - Present Description: 24 HRS (4 DAYS). Student will be able to identify basic retrofitting methods appropriate

for residential structures in flood-prone areas; identify NFIP policy toward retrofittingflood-prone residential structures and the regulations that govern retrofitting projects;evaluate the suitability of retrofitting measure for individual residential structures interms of technical parameters, homeowner preferences, and Federal, state, and localregulations; conduct detailed benefit/cost analyses and objective analyses of retrofittingalternatives to arrive at technically preferred measure and/or screen out alternativewhich are not applicable or no permitted; design application of elevation of structures(buildings) on solid perimeter walls or open foundations such as posts, columns, pilings,or piers; design application of small floodwall, small levee, or beam placement to protect


or piers; design application of small floodwall, small levee, or beam placement to protectindividual structures (including the installation of temporary or permanent closure ofopenings); strengthen foundations, walls, and floors to make them resist flood andflood-related loads; installation of temporary or permanent shields or sealants overexterior elements to make structures watertight; relocation of existing structure outsidethe floodplain; and make building components, including utilities, structural andnon-structural components, and contacts water-damage-resistant during period ofinternal flooding of the structure.

Objective: To provide engineering and economic guidance to architects, engineers, and local codeenforcement officials on retrofitting existing one- to four- family residential structuresituated in flood-prone area.

Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify basicretrofitting methods appropriate for residential structures in flood-prone areas; identifyNFIP policy toward retrofitting flood-prone residential structures and the regulations thatgovern retrofitting projects; evaluate the suitability of retrofitting measure for individualresidential structures in terms of technical parameters, homeowner preferences, andFederal, state, and local regulations; conduct detailed benefit/cost analyses andobjective analyses of retrofitting alternative to arrive at technically preferred measureand/or screen out alternatives which are not applicable or not permitted; designapplication of elevation of structures (buildings) on solid perimeter walls or openfoundations such as posts, columns, pilings, or piers; design application of smallfloodwall, small levee, or beam placement to protect individual structures (including theinstallations of temporary or permanent shields or sealants over exterior elements tomake structures watertight; relocation of existing structures outside the floodplain; andmake building components, including utilities, structural and non-structural components,and contents water-damage-resident during period of internal flooding of the structure.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the review of the independent study course(pre-require for course), determination of flood-related hazard, building assessment,design practices, benefit/cost analysis, and case studies. Methods of instruction includelecture, discussion sessions, videotape, team/group work, computer lab, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in CivilEngineering or Emergency Management (12/98) (7/01) (12/04) (3/09).

Version 1 Course Number: E279Course Title: Retrofitting Flood-Prone Residential BuildingsLocation: National Emergency Training Center (EMI)Length: 29 hours.Version Dates: 11/01/1994 - 02/28/2009 Description: 29 HRS. Student will be able to identify basic retrofitting methods appropriate for

residential structures in flood-prone areas; identify NFIP policy toward retrofittingflood-prone residential structures and the regulations that govern retrofitting projects;evaluate the suitability of retrofitting measures for individual residential structures interms of technical parameters, homeowner preferences, and Federal, state, and localregulations; conduct detailed benefit/cost analyses and objective analyses of retrofittingalternatives to arrive at technically preferred measure and/or screen out alternativeswhich are not applicable or not permitted; design application of elevation of structures(buildings) on solid perimeter walls or open foundations such as posts, columns, pilings,or piers; design application of small floodwall, small levee, or beam placement to protectindividual structures (including the installation of temporary or permanent closures foropenings); strengthen foundations, walls, and floors to make them resist flood andflood-related loads; installation of temporary or permanent shields or sealants overexterior elements to make structures watertight; relocation of existing structures outsidethe floodplain; and make building components, including utilities, structural andnon-structural components, and contents water-damage-resistant during periods ofinternal flooding of the structure.

Objective: To provide engineering and economic guidance to architects, engineers, and local codeenforcement officials on retrofitting existing one- to four-family residential structuressituated in flood-prone areas.


Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to identify basicretrofitting methods appropriate for residential structures in flood-prone areas; identifyNFIP policy toward retrofitting flood-prone residential structures and the regulations thatgovern retrofitting projects; evaluate the suitability of retrofitting measures forindividual residential structures in terms of technical parameters, homeownerpreferences, and Federal, state, and local regulations; conduct detailed benefit/costanalyses and objective analyses of retrofitting alternatives to arrive at technicallypreferred measure and/or screen out alternatives which are not applicable or notpermitted; design application of elevation of structures (buildings) on solid perimeterwalls or open foundations such as posts, columns, pilings, or piers; design application ofsmall floodwall, small levee, or beam placement to protect individual structures(including the installation of temporary or permanent closures for openings); strengthenfoundations, walls, and floors to make them resist flood and flood-related loads;installation of temporary or permanent shields or sealants over exterior elements to makestructures watertight; relocation of existing structures outside the floodplain; and makebuilding components, including utilities, structural and non-structural components, andcontents water-damage-resistant during periods of internal flooding of the structure.

Instruction: Major topics covered in the course are the review of the independent study course(pre-requisite for course), determination of flood-related hazards, building assessment,design practices, benefit/cost analysis, and case studies. Methods of instruction includelecture, discussion sessions, videotape, team/group work, computer lab, and exercises.

Credit Recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in CivilEngineering or Emergency Management (12/98) (7/01)(12/04).


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