# Homeland Security (HSEC) courses

San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 3 courses

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20814/20885/20887/20815/20854

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### HSEC 100 — Introduction to Homeland Security

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

This course introduces the structure, organization and components of the Department of Homeland Security. Students examine the importance of the agencies associated with Homeland Security and their interrelated duties and relationships. Other topics include significant historical events; state, national, and international law; and contemporary threats. This course is intended for students employed or seeking employment with the Department of Homeland Security as well as anyone interested in the role of Homeland Security in U.S. government.

### HSEC 110 — Intelligence Analysis and Security Management

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Letter Grade Only

This course introduces students to the topic of intelligence analysis and its relationship to the security management of terrorist attacks and other threats. Students examine the structure and operation of the U.S. intelligence community and the use of intelligence in national decision-making. Other topics include intelligence support of Homeland Security measures, counterintelligence, accountability and civil liberties, and intelligence activities of other governments. This course is intended for students employed or seeking employment with the Department of Homeland Security as well as anyone interested in the role of intelligence agencies in U.S. government.

### HSEC 120 — Transportation and Border Security

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Grading: Letter Grade Only

This course provides an in-depth view of modern border and transportation security. Topics include security for seaports, ships, aircraft, trains, trucks, pipelines, and busses. The course focuses on the analysis of legal, economic, political, and cultural aspects of transportation security. This course is intended for students employed or seeking employment with the Department of Homeland Security as well as anyone interested in the field of transportation security.