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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Title Human Aspects of Emergencies
Module Code HR593
School DCUBS
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: cara driscoll
Semester 2: cara driscoll
Autumn: cara driscoll
Module Teachercara driscoll
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This module aims to familiarise participants to the Human aspects of Emergency Team Development focusing on both the psycho-physiological and psycho-social aspects of behaviour in emergency situations.The module aims to consider the psychological dynamics in emergency situations from the perspective of various players including the various branches of emergency professionals, victims (or potential victims), relatives, general public, media, etc,.The module will deliver insights on emergency team dynamics and developmentThe modules will assist participants consider the difficulty of emergency team leadership and how necessary adaptability to context becomes.

Learning Outcomes
1. Appraise the potential impact of emergency situations on psychological functioning (cognitive, emotional and behavioural) of those involved
2. Employ tools and models for recognising and managing their thoughts, feelings and reactions in high demand situations
3. Evaluate and identify the differentialaspects of leadership required in different crisis scenarios and atdifferent phases of an emergency
4. Appreciate and facilitate the complexity of team interaction and decision-making in emergency contexts.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24Lecture interaction
Independent learning72Class and Case Preparation
Assignment24Case Analysis (team)
Assignment5Presentation preparation, delivery and review
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
• Cognitive and Affective reactions to crisis situation (self & others).
• Behavioural reactions in stressful scenarios (self & others).

• The ability to diagnose the situation and ones thoughts, feelings and impulses (self & others).
• High Demand Team dynamics and processes.

• Achieving Team Cohesion while avoiding diffusion and illusion.
• Context and Decision-making.

• Understanding Leadership in Emergency scenarios.
• Adapting Leadership to Context.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
AssignmentCase Analysis Report70%Sem 1 End
AssignmentTeam Presentation on Case Study30%Sem 1 End
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
  • Rosenthal, U., R.A.Bain R. A. and Comfort L: 2003, Managing crises., Charles C. Thomas Publisher, Springfield, IL.,
  • Bankoff, G., Freks, G., and Hilhorst (eds): 2005, Mapping Vulnerability: Disasters, Development and People., Earthscan Publishers,:London,
  • Toft, B., and Reyonlds, S (1999).,: 1999, Learning From Disasters: A management Approach, Perpetuity Press: Leicester.,
  • Klein, G.A. et al [eds].: 1993, Decisionmaking in Action: Models and methods, Aplex Publishing: Norwood, NJ.,
  • Wessely S, Jones E.: 2003, Shell shock to PTSD: military psychiatry from 1900 to the Gulf War., London: Psychology Press.,
  • Tierney, K.J., Lindell, K.K. and Perry, R.W. ,: 2001, Facing the Unexpected: Disaster Preparedness and Response in the United States, Joseph Henry Press: Washington, DC.,
  • Zuatra, A. J.: 0, Emotions, Stress and Health., Oxford University Press: Oxford,
Other Resources
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MSEMMSc in Emergency Management
Timetable this semester: Timetable for HR593
Date of Last Revision24-MAY-10
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