DSC 2233 ADVANCED MARITIME SECURITY 3 credits

Prerequisite: DSC 2232. This course will continue to introduce the student to the multifaceted elements of the maritime environment including day to day operations and security procedures used to help mitigate or prevent terrorism or criminal activity in a seaport environment. The student will learn techniques to evaluate and understand the processes and systems required to develop and maintain a secure maritime environment. The scope of the maritime environment includes seaports, port terminals, the shipping industry, and sea vessels. The student will also be exposed to the various internal and external influences on the security of the marine environment. 47 contact hours.