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1030 - Training Opportunity - Revised - E0317 Comprehensive Data Management Feb 3-6 2014
Course Description:
This course focuses on the HAZUS-MH inventory. It includes an in-depth discussion of the methodologies that were used to develop and compile the HAZUS-MH provided inventory and will also identify the issues associated with using that inventory for various other purposes. Read More...
1032 - Training Opportunity - E0190 March 2014
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide the essential ArcGIS skills and knowledge to effectively use the Hazus-MH software. The course combines lectures with hands-on exercises that present practical examples of how to use GIS for disaster mitigation and response. Read More...
1033 - Training Opportunity - E0313 Basic Hazards United States for Multi Hazards March 31 2014 Aug 4
Course Description:
This course provides participants with an understanding of the multi-hazards application of Hazus-MH toward mitigation, response, recovery, and risk management for earthquake, flood, and hurricane hazards. Read More...
1034 - Training Opportunity - E0172 HAZUS-MH for Flood Apr 21 - 24 2014
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide in-depth instruction on the use of Hazus-MH for advanced applications related to flood-loss modeling. The Hazus-MH Flood Model is capable of assessing riverine and coastal flooding. It estimates potential damages to all classes of buildings, essential facilities, transportation lifelines, utility lifelines, vehicles, and agricultural crops. The model addresses building debris generation and shelter requirements. Direct losses are estimated based on physical damage to structures, contents, and building interiors. The effects of flood warning are taken into account, as well as flow velocity effects. The Flood Information Tool (FIT) allows users to prepare local flood hazard and other pertinent data for use in the Hazus-MH. Detailed lessons include: Riverine and Coastal Hazard Methodology, FIT, Damage Functions, “What-if” Analysis, and Spatial Queries. Read More...
Emergency Management Institute Mission
To support the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA’s goals by improving the competencies of the U.S. officials in Emergency Management at all levels of government to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the potential effects of all types of disasters and emergencies on the American people. Read more...
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Emergency Management Institute
16825 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Switchboard: (301) 447-1000
Office of Admissions:
(301) 447-1035 Fax: (301) 447-1658
netc-admissions@fema.dhs.gov
FEMA Independent Study Program Office:
(301) 447-1200 Fax: (301)447-1201
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