BSDP-587
Facing the Challenges of International Bioterrorism

This course will examine bioterrorism – the hostile infliction of disease, and how National and Global governance should manage the challenges it raises.  The issue will be addressed from a variety of perspectives including: political, legal, medical and public health, with a special focus on international cooperation in dealing with bioterrorism.

Course Number: BSDP-587
Classification: Elective
Credits Earned: 3
Term Available:Summer
Faculty: Greg Evans

Course Description:
This course will examine bioterrorism – the hostile infliction of disease, and how National and Global governance should manage the challenges it raises. The issue will be addressed from a variety of perspectives including: political, legal, medical and public health, with a special focus on international cooperation in dealing with bioterrorism.

Course Objectives:

1. The student will understand how bioterrorism developed, including methods, motivations, and specific diseases; and how it is different from other forms of terrorism.
2. The student will understand the role of science in both the creation of bioterrorist weapons and in preventing their creation and use.
3. The student will understand the role of law-enforcement and public health in preventing and responding to bioterrorism.
4. The student will develop an understanding of the role of bioterrorism on the international stage and the importance of international cooperation in fighting bioterrorism.