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HSM 103 - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Terrorism and Homeland Security

3 Credits

Terrorism and defending against it are not modern concepts. In fact, terrorism has its roots back in ancient times as well as since before the Revolutionary War here in the Western Hemisphere. This course is about understanding terrorism, counter-terrorism, violence, and how they have impacted America. Students will learn about historical examples of terrorism beginning with ancient times and extending through the post 9/11 period. Course content will include coverage of various terrorist events at home and abroad, America’s governmental response, its impact to public and private sectors and individuals. Students will also learn about how past and current experiences with terrorism are defining future strategies.

New SUNY General Education:
SUNY - U.S. History and Civic Engagement

MCC General Education: MCC-SSD - Social Science and Diversity (MSSD)

Course Learning Outcomes
1.Identify targeting trends such as motivations and tactics used in the past to facilitate terrorism in the United States and abroad.
2.Develop a historical timeline on terrorism threats and counterterrorism measures in the United States and abroad.
3.Identify the four waves of terrorism during the last 120 years and the terrorist organizations that exemplify each wave.
4.Describe the roles of government as being responsible for grievances or facilitating terrorism and in countering terrorism.
5.Discuss strategies for identifying and mitigating motivators of current and future terrorism.

Course Offered Fall, Spring

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Fall Semester 2024
Spring Semester 2024
Summer Session 2024