Engineers in Emergencies
Aims & Objectives
The purpose of this two day course is to provide increased awareness of the role
of engineers in emergencies such that they can provide appropriate advice and
support in emergencies
Audience
Engineers working in or anticipating involvement in emergencies
Course outline
This Course is designed for those who wish to pursue work as engineers in
international humanitarian emergencies. The
Course provides an overview of the nature of International Humanitarian
Emergencies and the useful roles that may be undertaken by engineers.
Overview of disaster management, Ethical, Legal and Conceptual aspects of
Emergencies, Engineering and Codes of Ethics, Risk Assessment Risk Based
Disaster Management, Developmental Approach to Disasters, Engineers in Relief,
Rehabilitation and Recovery, Participatory Processes, Integration and
Coordination, and Case Studies
Topics to be discussed
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The Nature of International Emergencies
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The link between Disaster and Development
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Risk and Emergency Management
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International Agencies – Roles and Responsibilities
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Humanitarian Principles
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Minimum Standards of Humanitarian Assistance
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International Laws relating to Humanitarian Emergencies
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Engineers and their Role in all Phases of Emergencies
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Ethical Dilemmas
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Risk – Who’s Risk Public Awareness and Public information
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants should have an understanding of the
relevance of engineers with regard to:
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The Nature of Emergencies;
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Ethical issues, Codes of Conduct and Standards;
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Risk Based Disaster Management;
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The Links between Relief, Rehabilitation and Development;
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The range of agencies involved in emergency response; and
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Preparation, Public Awareness and Public Information