Homeland security technologies for the 21st century /

A comprehensive textbook that overviews common technologies utilized within the homeland security enterprise with an emphasis on contemporary homeland security mission areas and end-user applications. Designed for students entering or currently working in the safety, security, and emergency managem...

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Other Authors: Baggett, Ryan K. (Editor), Foster, Chad S. (Editor), Simpkins, Brian K. (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Santa Barbara, California : Praeger, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, [2017]
Series:Praeger Security International textbook.
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction : technology securing the homeland / Brian K. Simpkins and Chad S. Foster
  • 2. Ethical and privacy implications of technology / Ryan K. Baggett
  • 3. Homeland security technology assessment and implementation / Ryan K. Baggett
  • 4. Perspectives in homeland security training : enhancing training access and delivery through technology / Brian K. Simpkins
  • 5. Social media's role in supporting the homeland security mission / Ryan K. Simpkins
  • 6. Physical security technologies : protecting assets and critical infrastructure through technology / Brian K. Simpkins
  • 7. Cybersecurity threats and technology applications in homeland security / S. Kristopher Bowerman
  • 8. Unmanned aircraft systems in homeland security / Robert Coullahan
  • 9. Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) detection systems and data interoperability / David Lamensdorf and Chad S. Foster
  • 10. Public safety communications : the technology behind the call / Jay English
  • 11. Mobile communications and decision support applications / Chad S. Foster
  • 12. Fire protection systems for infrastructure protection / Scott Rockwell
  • 13. Conclusion : the future of homeland security technology / Ryan K. Baggett and Chad S. Foster.