Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NEMI-0276
Organization's ID:
EL0191
Organization:
National Emergency Training Center (EMI)
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 day (8 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 emergency management
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to enable the students to develop an effective interface between the Incident Command/Unified Command and the Emergency Operations Center by applying National Incident Management System principles.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the course structure and potential ICS/EOC interface challenges
  • Explain key NIMS concepts, command and coordination systems, and structures
  • Analyze given scenarios to determine commonalities and potential interface issues between ICS and EOCs
  • Explain the respective roles and interconnectivity of the NIMS command and coordination systems in coordination
  • Contrast the typical role and functions of the Incident Command and the EOC during emergency operations
  • Analyze given scenarios to apply ICS/EOC interface concepts
  • Develop an ICS/EOC interface action plan for your community

General Topics:

  • NIMS/ICS Review
  • ICS/EOC Interface Activity
  • NIMS Coordination Review
  • ICS/EOC Relationships
  • ICS/EOC Interface Activity
  • ICS/EOC Action Planning
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials