Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
TSAT-0004
Organization's ID:
SCR-PAX-TSO-BTP-PH1-CLASS
Organization:
Transportation Security Administration
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
3.5 days (30 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 human communication
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide agency fundamentals and basic technical skills for routing individuals in preparation for on -the-job training.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand how TSA’s history and innovative spirit establishes a culture of security effectiveness
  • Explain how TSA sets the standard for excellence
  • Describe the Officer’s workplace environment
  • Apply effective communication skills
  • Describe characteristics of Command Presence
  • Perform TDC procedures
  • Assist individuals with Disabilities and Medical Conditions
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of the Walk-Through Metal Detector Officer (WTMD)
  • Discuss principles of Critical Thinking
  • Recognize how to use countermeasures to combat possible manipulation attempts
  • Discuss the evolution of transportation security based on the terrorist threat
  • Identify general guidelines that apply to the screening of people and property
  • Describe Risk-Based Security and how TSA assess risk
  • Recognize prohibited items and items that are considered hazardous materials (HAZMAT)
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of the Divestiture Officer

General Topics:

  • Protecting our Homeland
  • Terrorist Threat
  • Guiding Principles
  • Screening Policy
  • Risk-Based Security (RBS)
  • Workplace Environment
  • Effective Communication
  • Command Presence
  • Prohibited/Permitted Items
  • Travel Document Checker (TDC)
  • Individuals with Disabilities and/or Medical Conditions
  • Divestiture Officer (DO)
  • Walk-Through Metal Detector (WTMD)
  • Critical Thinking
  • Remaining Vigilant
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials