CAMEO 2 (MARPLOT and CAMEO Haz Mat Software)
Expand your knowledge with MARPLOT and CAMEO, two of the four programs that make up the Computer Aided Management of Emergency Operations (CAMEO) suite of programs, to assist in hazardous materials emergency response and planning. MARPLOT is a mapping program with downloadable maps, aerial photography, and topographical maps of any area in the U.S. CAMEO is a compilation of templates for storing information critical for assisting in handling of hazardous materials incidents.
This course also includes the full integration of using
CAMEO
Chemicals, ALOHA, MARPLOT, and CAMEO in several exercises to get the
greatest
use out of the CAMEO suite. These programs work together to enhance
your
emergency planning and provide critical data in the event of a
hazardous materials
emergency.
- Show maps, aerial photography and/or topographical maps of any area in the U.S.
- Create layers on MARPLOT maps for chemical facilities, schools, hospitals and other areas of interest
- Show any threat zone plotted in ALOHA on a MARPLOT map
- Determine the population residing underneath a plume or threat zone, based on U.S. Census data
- Use all four programs of the CAMEO suite in integrated exercises simulating complex hazardous materials incidents
This course is
an elective in the Workplace
Health and Safety Certificate Program.
Prerequisite:
CAMEO 1 (CAMEO Chemicals and ALOHA Haz Mat Software) or familiarity in using the most current version of CAMEO Chemicals and ALOHA Haz Mat Software
Instructor(s):
Kevin Smith, M.P.A.,
serves as the hazardous materials deputy fire marshal for the Chino Valley Fire District in San Bernardino County. Smith is a certified CAMEO instructor through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and taught the nation’s first online CAMEO course. As a hazardous materials specialist, he has responded to hundreds of hazardous materials incidents with the fire service since 1986.When:
Enroll now through Jan. 29 and complete by March 30. Passwords issued starting Jan. 4.
Format:
You must begin and end the course on the dates noted above. You may work at your own pace during this time frame. You must provide your email address when enrolling to receive your password. Please set up your email account to receive email from "extensiondlc.net"; otherwise, the email containing your password may not reach your inbox. You will receive your password via email on the start date, or within two business days of enrolling if you enroll after the start date. From the day you receive your password, you will have until the completion date noted above to complete the course. If you do not receive your password in the time frame noted, please email us at: adminsupport@extensiondlc.net .
Technical requirements:
A multimedia capable computer, a current email account and access to the Web using an Internet browser. More info.
Fee:
$350.00 Includes course materials and instructional support.
Special Discount fee:
$315.00 for organizations enrolling three or more people at the same time in the same course. All registrations must be submitted at the same time and fees paid with one check, credit card or purchase order.
Credit:
2.4 quarter units academic credit, X431.42, 2.4 CEUs, 24 Hours
Section:
093HSX182
Enrollment policies:
Requests to withdraw, transfer, or obtain an extension or a refund, are governed by the distance learning enrollment policies which are detailed in our Student Services section. No extensions will be granted for this course.
