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Tactical Counter Terrorism Operations - PICX113
Tactical operations are a fundamental component of security threats and a cornerstone of planning effective responses to security crises. Many kinds of contingency plans, including counter terrorism, state emergencies and continuity of government, involve planning for tactical threats and counter terrorism operations.
This unit examines the tools and tactics used against the state and the range of tactical response options available to government when managing to security crises. It begins with the kinds of security incidents which threaten modern societies, including types of threat actors, their preferred tools and their desired effects.
The unit then examines protective security measures, such as hardening targets, and tactical planning processes. Finally, the unit uses case studies to explore a range of security crises and tactical responses, including ambushes, hostage-taking and raids from around the world.
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| When Offered: | SP2 OUA - Study Period 2, offered through Open Universities Australia SP4 OUA - Study Period 4, offered through Open Universities Australia |
| Staff Contact(s): | Mr John Hardy |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism Faculty of Arts |