sec210 | undergraduate

Physical Asset Protection

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This course introduces students to examining physical assets and evaluating risk as a result of associated threats and identified vulnerabilities. Based on a risk analysis model, students will evaluate assets, prioritize threats, and apply critical thinking to countermeasures with consideration for a cost-benefit analysis.

This undergraduate-level course is 5 weeks This course is available to take individually or To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Representative.

Course details:

Credits: 3
Continuing education units: XX
Professional development units: XX
Duration: 5 weeks

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    How are internal controls and investigations utilized in security?

    • Examine proven methods and controls to reduce the opportunity and the impact of fraud.
    • Explore the basic principles for conducting investigations.
    • Define the common principles for internal investigations.
    • Explain proper evidence management.

    How do emergency planning and risk assessments combat workplace violence?

    • Define the purpose of emergency planning.
    • Discuss applicable legal standards related to employee safety and violence.
    • Identify risk factors associated with violent behavior affecting the workplace.
    • Build an emergency plan.
    • Explain the importance of the risk assessment process.

    What are the components of effective security management?

    • Differentiate between proprietary and contract services, and explain advantages and shortcomings of various staffing models.
    • Define the purpose and types of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
    • Evaluate proven methods of how to successfully manage programs and people through clear expectations, milestones, and measurements.

    What are the layers of protection in managing access?

    • Explain the layers of protection in managing access.
    • Identify the three available authentication factors.
    • Explain the potential benefits of smart card technologies.
    • Differentiate between identification and authentication.

    Why does a security company need intrusion detection, video surveillance, and risk assessments?

    • Determine which types of sensors provide effective detection for given threat tactics and environmental conditions.
    • Classify intrusion detection sensors and determine how to improve protection-in-depth.
    • Identify the uses of video systems in physical security.
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