PUQ452 Disaster Planning and Preparedness
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| Unit code: | PUQ452 |
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| Equivalent(s): | PUN451, PUZ452 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,190 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $2,592 |
| International unit fee | $2,592 |
This unit addresses the key concepts and skills related to inclusive disaster management planning and preparedness to ensure essential community services are prepared for emergencies and the range of disaster and climate-related events they may face in local, national and international contexts. It examines and provides students practice in the real-world processes of assessing disaster risk as the first step towards building resilience and business continuity. It reflects the international focus on understanding disaster risk as a key priority of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
. Upon completion of this unit you will have a greater understanding of the critical role of the disaster and emergency risk assessment process in preventing or mitigating the health and socio-economic effects of man-made or weather-related disasters and incidents.
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