HLS-2320 - Legal Impact of Terrorism* (3)

Prerequisite: HLS-1015
Students study the changes made in the legal system to combat terrorism. They will learn about the impact of the Patriot Act in combating terrorism and aiding in homeland defense; students learn about the immigration issues confronting law enforcements; students get an in-depth look at what measures can be taken to identify terrorists, and other significant threats and challenges concerning homeland security. They will cover civil liabilities and what rights are guaranteed by the Constitution and how terrorism can affect these rights. They will examine Presidential Directives issues since the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (post 9/11) and their effect on the private sector.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Identify and articulate the specific laws and statutes applicable and relevant to homeland security.

CO2 - Describe and assess how foundational and current U.S. laws interfaces with, and affects, homeland security.

CO3 - Describe and assess the concept of federalism and how it affects homeland security.

CO4 - Describe the implications of U.S. laws on the balance or tradeoff of liberty and security within a democratic society.

CO5 - Describe and assess the consequences of U.S. laws and statutes on immigration/border security, transportation security, and terrorism investigations to homeland security.

CO6 - Evaluate the sufficiency of U.S. laws as it applies to homeland security.

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