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Tactical Counter Terrorism Operations - PICT113

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.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day

S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: None)

Staff Contact(s): Dr Charles Knight
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Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism

Faculty of Arts

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