An introduction to the historical, philosophical and legal basis of the security field. Overview of school and campus security, hospital security, housing security, etc. Security organizations, their policies and personnel are evaluated. Emphasis is placed on creating security awareness, relations with other organizations and security's place in the corporate structure.

Methods and techniques used to prevent and reduce losses due to theft and casualty. Consideration of the security survey; communication and surveillance systems; control of personnel and visitors; the use, supervision, and training of security forces; handling civil disturbances in public buildings; and other emergencies.

The organization of the security function and its administration will be emphasized. Selection, education, training, seminars and workshops for security personnel will be examined including techniques for gaining acceptance for new security programs. Contracting or leasing vs. direct supervision and outright purchase of security services and equipment will be compared. Problems in allocation, communications, assignment and span of control will be presented.

Methods that have been used in the past to steal with the aid of the computer will be examined. Case studies will be used. Methods of detecting computer fraud and physically protecting the computer and EDP systems will be stressed.

This course is a comprehensive look at how private security and private sector justice are historically and structurally woven into the American experience. How the private security industry is legally governed, subject to regulatory and administrative oversight as well as guided by judicial decision are the primary aims of the course. Participants will be exposed to the foundational liability issues, from both a civil and criminal context, and critique and assess the nature of rights in the private sector domain. Special emphasis is given to the constitutional ramifications of private security action. The course fully outlines emerging case law and statutory directions regarding the industry, projects how the problems of entanglement between public and private law enforcement cause legal dilemmas, and ends with concrete suggestions on how to avoid liability problems.

This course analyzes cutting-edge activities, trends and movements in private sector justice. New practices, innovations and programs are evaluated for their effectiveness. The course will emphasize the evolution of the private security industry and anticipates its future direction. Special emphasis will be given the increased role private security plays in the policing function, including community-based policing models. The role of private security in federal and state contracts will be considered. Entrepreneurship opportunities will be explored. Focused attention will also be given to the legal implications and potential civil liability that emerge from privatized services.

Course focuses on the work environment - its human, physical and environmental factors. Attention is given to achieving safety through hazard control, the laws of error, monitoring systems, accident analysis, promoting safety, OSHA, Workers' Compensation, fire prevention and fire safety

A study of fire insurance and risk, with the consideration of the background of the fire problem, insurance and financial institutions, development of rates, underwriting, grading schedules, the FAIR plan and roles of both government and private enterprise in the insurance industry.

This course provides a survey of the management issues posed by emergencies of all kinds, such as bomb threats, earthquakes, explosions, labor disputes and oil spills. Issues such as risk analysis, standards, countermeasures and emergency public relations will be studied, along with case histories.

How the idea of homeland defense connects with private security and private sector justice is the chief aim of this course. In a more particular sense, the course reviews and analyzes threats to private infrastructure and interests, as well as planning for and responding to emergencies that affect both the private and public sectors. Topics covered include the impact of terrorism on the private sector, intelligence gathering and sharing between private and public security, and identification of various threats common to private security. Special emphasis is given to vulnerability analysis and risk management as well as suggestions on how public entities can partner with private sector justice in the defense of the homeland.

The course assesses, evaluates and researches data by analyzing asset identification and classification and corresponding vulnerabilities, threat analysis and an effective baseline security program. The coverage will address a broad array of approved methodologies in the matter of risk and vulnerability including the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of State, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) models. Specific facilities and industrial applications will be highlighted. The course culminates this analysis by recommended countermeasure methodologies which mitigate risk and threat.

This course examines the security and surveillance technologies used in the private and public security sectors, looking in particular at: closed circuit television (CCTVs); workplace, home, and intimate partner surveillance technologies; police body cameras; and biometrics. Students will examine these technologies in a specially-configured security laboratory in order to learn how to use them in a multitude of settings. Special attention is also paid to the social, ethical, and legal implications of these technologies and new technologies, such as drones and Internet of Things devices.

Development of the writing skills required for careers in law, business, civil service, or public administration. Extensive practice in the various forms of correspondence, inter-office memos, informal reports, minutes of meetings, summaries, briefings and presentations. Preparation of job application letters and resumes. Practice in proofreading, revising, editing. Development of reading comprehension through close study of business-related writings.

Development of the writing skills required for careers in law, business, civil service, or public administration. Extensive practice in the various forms of correspondence, inter-office memos, informal reports, minutes of meetings, summaries, briefings and presentations. Preparation of job application letters and resumes. Practice in proofreading, revising, editing. Development of reading comprehension through close study of business-related writings.

This course encompasses the breadth and depth of considerations involved in implementing general loss prevention concepts and security programs within a retail or commercial establishment. Strategies to prevent and reduce incidents of loss due to theft and other crimes, fire, harm from employees, as well as the ramifications of corporate mismanagement will be covered. Topics covered also include: mitigation strategies to reduce loss and pilferage, physical security systems, background investigations of employees, protection of sensitive information, internal dishonesty, and sensitivity to human rights of employees and the public.

This course introduces the theory of providing security for financial institutions. Financial institution security refers to the various security measures for the purpose of protecting life and property, protecting the confidentiality of critical data and information and other financial assets. The course also reviews laws and regulations that guide security practices such as those promulgated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and its Safeguards Rule among many other designs. This class will analyze the basics of this industry and review practical approaches to protecting them against threats such as theft, both internal and external, vandalism, data center security, cyber-crimes and fraud. Topics include the value of conducting a business impact analysis, conducting security audits, implementing security systems and interfacing with the public.

This course covers security and safety protocols for museums and cultural institutions. How do cultural institutions begin to secure and protect valuable art, documents, employees and visitors? Course coverage is expansive and includes internal theft, external concerns such as vandalism or irate patrons, as well as specific perimeter controls for the protection of valuable collections. The course will also delve into the possibility of violent acts or other deeds against art, landmarks and other cultural venues including natural disasters, fire and environmental hazards. Other topics include conducting a business impact analysis specifically for museums and cultural institutions, the design of security systems, security staffing, and standard operating procedures unique to museum and cultural institutions, as well as fire safety and business continuity issues and public accessibility management.

This course examines the diverse investigative functions that are unique to the private security domain yet complimentary to public law enforcement. Aside from the generic investigative tasks, such as interview and interrogation, witnesses and evidence collection, report writing and other documentation, the course targets those realms common to the private security sector by stressing investigative function within theft and other property offenses, insurance, fraud, employment and personnel crime and drugs in the workplace. The course culminates with advice on how a security office should be structured and how a security consulting business, using these investigative tools, might be built into a profitable enterprise.

*Students who are currently employed in law enforcement or security may be exempt for this requirement. Contact the major coordinator for evaluation.*

The security management internship will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to a workplace experience. Opportunities typically are available in private security guard and investigative businesses, corporate security and loss prevention departments of large enterprises, and crime control units within law enforcement. Interns meet for at least 15 hours of class time with a faculty member as well as complete at least 96 hours in the field.

A professional seminar on major security problems in the private, public and institutional sectors. Legal liability and its control will be emphasized. Students will either analyze an existing or plan an original security program.