Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: evaluate the historical context of emergency management and the role of the Department of Homeland Security; compare and contrast natural and technological hazards in emergency management, analyzing predictability, response strategies, and mitigation measures; examine emergency management mitigation techniques, including federal programs and specific examples like Hurricane Sandy and the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program; analyze FEMA's Whole Community Concept and its significance in involving all stakeholders in disaster management; evaluate crisis and risk communications, including the use of social media during crises and potential drawbacks; analyze the military's capabilities and roles in emergency management, including the integration of military assets with civilian agencies; examine recovery assistance programs and relief organizations, including FEMA's program and the roles of national and international organizations in disaster recovery; and evaluate the effectiveness of UN disaster management efforts, including the roles of UNICEF, UNDP, WHO, and initiatives such as the Sendai Framework.