Graduate Certificate in
Disaster Preparedness
and Reconstruction
Learn specialist skills in disaster management & preparation
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Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction

Overview

Description

disaster-preparedness-and-reconstructionDisaster Preparedness and Reconstruction requires planning, organising, and management resources to bring about the successful administration of a situation, post disaster. In recent years, there has been an increase in natural and human created disasters that have adversely impacted people and the Built Environment. The management of situations resulting from disasters requires a diversity of knowledge, skills and attitudes but it will ultimately draw on the field of project management for its practices. Effective Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction will help: -Address a situation from a natural or human created disaster; -Maximize the use of resources (time, people, money, space etc) -Bring the situation to a successful resolution meeting the needs of the impacted peoples; -Monitor and document what was done providing reflection for future reference; and -Build confidence in a project team and the impacted community. This program has been assembled by experienced practitioners who have worked in disaster situations.

Career Opportunities

Disasters occur indiscriminately but one factor is consistent, the long-term restitution of the situation is left to local governments or non-governmental organisations and their staff. This program applies recognised project management practices to the resolution of a disaster situation providing graduates with the unique ability to work in the situation of a disaster with short-term demands requiring long-term solutions. The professional application of project management skills and techniques as a process for resolving a post disaster situation will develop graduates who are a valuable resource for local government bodies, non-governmental organisations involved in disaster relief, and private contracting organisations seeking to be involved in post disaster redevelopment.

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Program and Fee Summary

Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction - Domestic Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program ID #12249
Program Schedule Trimester
Number of completed Courses to achieve Award 4
Average Course Cost $2010

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $8040

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Next Intake Trimester 3, 2012
Application Closing Date 17/08/2012
Next Start Date 03/09/2012

Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction - International Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program ID #12249
Program Schedule Trimester
Number of completed Courses to achieve Award 4
Average Course Cost $2755

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $11020

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Next Intake Trimester 3, 2012
Application Closing Date 17/08/2012
Next Start Date 03/09/2012

Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction

Program Code12249
Graduate LevelPostgraduate
LocationsGradSchool.com (WebLearn)
Contributing Schools and FacultiesFaculty of Engineering and Built Environment

School of Architecture and Built Environment

Admission Instructions:How to apply as a:
Mode of deliveryOnline

Back to topDescription

Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction requires planning, organising, and management resources to bring about the successful administration of a situation, post disaster.

In recent years, there has been an increase in natural and human created disasters that have adversely impacted people and the Built Environment. The management of situations resulting from disasters requires a diversity of knowledge, skills and attitudes but it will ultimately draw on the field of project management for its practices.

Effective Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction will help:

  • Address a situation from a natural or human created disaster;
  • Maximize the use of resources (time, people, money, space etc)
  • Bring the situation to a successful resolution meeting the needs of the impacted peoples;
  • Monitor and document what was done providing reflection for future reference; and
  • Build confidence in a project team and the impacted community.

This program has been assembled by experienced practitioners who have worked in disaster situations.

Back to topCareer Opportunities

Disasters occur indiscriminately but one factor is consistent, the long-term restitution of the situation is left to local governments or non-governmental organisations and their staff. This program applies recognised project management practices to the resolution of a disaster situation providing graduates with the unique ability to work in the situation of a disaster with short-term demands requiring long-term solutions. The professional application of project management skills and techniques as a process for resolving a post disaster situation will develop graduates who are a valuable resource for local government bodies, non-governmental organisations involved in disaster relief, and private contracting organisations seeking to be involved in post disaster redevelopment.

Back to topAdmission Requirements

A Bachelor's degree (or deemed equivalent)

Back to topProfessional Accreditation

The Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction is distinctive in its purpose and content. The Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment will seek endorsement by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) following successful completion of the program by the first graduates.

Back to topInternational Students

International students must comply with the University of Newcastle's English language proficiency requirements. All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/students/international/student-support/ to find out more about the support services available to international students.

Back to topSpecial Needs

Students who have impaired function in their hands or arms, or a visual impairment may experience difficulty in pursuing this program. It is highly advisable for any prospective student to contact the Program Convenor to discuss the issue.

Students with disabilities who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester commences. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and Faculty staff will work together to ensure adjustments are provided in a timely manner.

NB: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the program and courses they undertake. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/disability/ for more information.

Back to topAdditional Information

This program will be offered online and provide flexibility for the students and opportunities for international students.

Back to topRequirements and Structure

The Graduate Certificate in Disaster Preparedness and Reconstruction is a 40 unit professional program. The program structure consists of 30 units of core courses and a 10 unit course drawn from a selection of directed courses. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate may apply to undertake further studies in the associated Masters program.

Back to topTransition Arrangements

As programs are regularly reviewed and updated, some students may experience changes to their program of study during the course of their enrolment, which may require transition arrangements.

Students affected by changes to their program are advised to review any documentation contained in the "Further Information" section (located towards the top of this Handbook page), in the first instance. Any further questions should be directed to the Program Convenor or Student Hub.

Back to topCourse Information

Back to topCore Courses
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program.
ARBE6601Theory and Practice of Emergency Management
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6602Post-disaster Project Management
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6603Post-disaster Mitigation and Sustainable Re-development
Trimester 2 (GradSchool)
10 units
Back to topDirected Courses
Choose 10 units from these directed courses.
ARBE6401Project Scoping and Integration
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6402Project Scheduling, Resource Management & Leadership
Trimester 1 (GradSchool)
Trimester 2 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6403Project Communication
Trimester 2 (GradSchool)
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6404Project Procurement, Cost, Quality & Risk Management
Trimester 3 (GradSchool)
10 units
ARBE6405Program Management
Not offered in 2012
10 units