Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NEMI-0174
Organization's ID:
E0282
Organization:
National Emergency Training Center (EMI)
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
4 days (24 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, or Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide participants with the requisite knowledge to more effectively address issues concerning placement of manufactured homes and recreational vehicles in the floodplain; National Flood Insurance Program and flood insurance principles for the floodplain manager; higher standards in floodplain management; andhydrology and hydraulics for the floodplain manager.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the concepts of hydrology and hydration used in floodplain management and legislation
  • Develop the knowledge and skill to be an advocate for higher standards in floodplain management
  • Identify the principles and implementation process for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
  • Implement measures to reduce loss to manufactured homes in floodplain management

General Topics:

  • Manufactured homes and flood hazards, hydrology and hydraulics, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), flood insurance principles, and higher standards in floodplain management
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials