detailed semester course outline for

BASOCW Disaster Management (DISM06)

(Designed for a 14–16 week semester, adaptable to hours/contact time)

Module 1: Introduction to Disaster Management

• Definition of disaster, hazard, risk, vulnerability, and resilience

• Types of disasters: natural (earthquakes, floods, droughts, hurricanes), human-made (industrial accidents, conflict), and complex emergencies

• Historical overview of major disasters globally and locally

• Importance of disaster management in sustainable development

Module 2: Disaster Risk and Vulnerability

• Understanding risk assessment: hazard identification, exposure, and vulnerability

• Socio-economic, environmental, and cultural factors affecting vulnerability

• Tools and methods for vulnerability assessment

• Mapping disaster-prone areas

Module 3: Disaster Preparedness

• Early warning systems

• Community preparedness and education

• Emergency planning: evacuation, resource allocation, and logistics

• Role of government, NGOs, and communities in preparedness

Module 4: Disaster Mitigation and Prevention

• Structural mitigation: infrastructure, engineering, and technology

• Non-structural mitigation: policies, legislation, land-use planning, environmental management

• Risk reduction strategies and resilience building

• Case studies of successful mitigation initiatives

Module 5: Disaster Response

• Emergency response strategies and coordination

• Incident command systems

• Crisis communication and information management

• Search and rescue operations

• Health and psychosocial support during disasters

Module 6: Post-Disaster Recovery and Rehabilitation

• Recovery planning: short-term relief vs. long-term rehabilitation

• Reconstruction and infrastructure rebuilding

• Livelihood restoration and economic recovery

• Lessons learned and evaluation of disaster response

Module 7: Institutional and Policy Frameworks

• National disaster management policies and legislation

• Role of international organizations: UNDRR, IFRC, WHO, UNDP

• Collaboration between governments, NGOs, and civil society

• Funding and resource mobilization for disaster management

Module 8: Community-Based Disaster Management (CBDM)

• Participatory approaches to disaster management

• Capacity building and local empowerment

• Community risk mapping and planning

• Case studies of effective community-based interventions

Module 9: Contemporary Issues in Disaster Management

• Climate change and increasing disaster frequency

• Urbanization and disaster vulnerability

• Technology and innovation in disaster management (GIS, remote sensing, drones)

• Ethical issues and human rights considerations during disasters

Teaching Methods

• Lectures, seminars, and group discussions

• Case study analysis (local and international disasters)

• Field visits and simulations

• Workshops on disaster preparedness and planning

• Research assignments and presentations

Assessment Methods

• Continuous assessment: assignments, case study analysis, presentations (40%)

• Midterm examination (20%)

• Final examination/project (40%)