Introduction The Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) is pleased to present the Course Catalog, containing a complete listing of courses and educational programs conducted by COE-DAT. The Course Catalog describes a variety of unique educational programs designed to support professional development in the fields of terrorism and counterterrorism. Located in Ankara, COE-DAT is a NATO accredited international military organization that assists with transformation within NATO. The Centre contributes subject matter expertise and education for developing counterterrorism doctrine, capability, and interoperability. The Centre enhances the Alliance s critical work in the field of counterterrorism, providing a platform for experts and practitioners as well as contributing observations, applications, and recommendations for NATO. The Centre s key activities focus on education, and training of NATO and partner personnel. Since COE-DAT s inauguration in 2005, the Centre has conducted more than 200 educational and training activities. The week long courses are tailored for Captain (0F-2) to senior grade officers and the respective civilian equivalents working in various capacities in the defense against terrorism. Course participants come from NATO member states, partner nations, international organizations, and countries requesting participation. Since 2005, 12000 participants from 108 countries and over 2400 lecturers from 66 countries have partaken in COE-DAT activities. COE-DAT s professional staff is dedicated to providing specialized training and education. Combining military and civilian expertise, COE-DAT organizes a highly qualified team of experts, lecturers, instructors, and guest speakers from international organizations and universities. 3 For future participants and interested parties, please check www.coedat.nato.int for the course schedule and contact information for educational and training opportunities. We look forward to welcoming you at COE-DAT in Ankara
TABLE OF S Defence Against Terrorism Course.............................................................. 5 Defence Against Suicide Attack Course.......................................................... 6 Terrorist Use of Cyberspace Course............................................................. 7 Terrorism and Media Course................................................................... 8 Critical Infrastructure Protection from Terrorist Attacks....................................... 9 Terrorist Use of Weapons Mass Destruction Course................................................10 4 Attacking the Network Course................................................................ 11 Border Security, Refugees and Counter Terrorism Course........................................ 12 Defence Against Terrorism Course (Senior Commanders and Flag Officers Seminar).....................13 Mobile Education and Training..................................................................14 Previous Mobile Education and Training Courses...................................................15
Defense Against Terrorism Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To provide basic knowledge about terrorism (origins, root causes, tools, ideologies and motivations, etc.) To develop understanding of counter terrorism in national and international contexts, To apply this understanding to a particular case by a working group exercise. Definition, history and evolution of terrorism Terrorist motivations, ideologies and recruitment Terrorist strategies and tactics Terrorist financing and crime/terror nexus Terrorist use of the Internet, Media and Cyber Space Terrorist Threats to Critical Infrastructure Lone Wolf Terrorism Woman, Gender and Terrorism Suicide Bombers and IEDs Counter Terrorism and building a CT Strategy Role of "hard power" in Counter Terrorism Role of "soft power" in Counter Terrorism CT and International Institutions NATO CT Policy The Role of Counter Terrorism in Hybrid Warfare Legal Issues in Countering Terrorism Case studies from terrorist organizations Future Trends in Terrorism and Counterterrorism 5 Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF-2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Defense Against Suicide Attack Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To understand the ideology of suicide terrorism, To assess the threat of suicide bombing To examine the motivations, recruitment methods and modus-operandi of suicide bombers To examine the various aspects of suicide terrorism and its future trends To discuss responses to the threat as national entities and the requirements for international cooperation 6 Suicide Terrorism: History, Specifics and Trends Social and Psychological Aspects of Suicide Financing Suicide Terrorism MODUS OPERANDI of Suicide Attacks, Identifying and Detecting SAS Recruitment Process of Suicide Terrorism Countering Online Radicalization and Recruitment Targeting Patterns of Suicide Attacks Risk Reduction of Suicide Attack Education, Indoctrination and Incitement- Children on Their Way to Martyrdom The Media and Terrorism-Consequence Management of SA Narrative and counter narratives in Suicide Terrorism Precision Terror, Suicide Bombing in Peaceful Zones International Law Aspects in Relation to Suicide Terrorism Female Suicide Bombers International Organizations Approach to Suicide Attacks Possible Responses to the Threat of Suicide Terrorism Panel, Case Studies, and working group sessions Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF-2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Terrorists Use of Cyberspace Course Centre of Excellence Defence against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To familiarize the participants with key developments and emerging threats regarding terrorist use of cyber space in order to support NATO and its partners to better anticipate and prepare for current and future challenges; To understand the ways cyberspace is utilized to support acts of terrorism (including but not limited to fund-raising, recruitment, communication, propaganda, and training); To develop understanding of national and international considerations for countering terrorist use of cyber space; To encourage networking of stakeholders involved in countering and responding to terrorists use of cyberspace. The role of the Internet for terrorist purposes (fund-raising, recruitment, communication, propaganda, and training); The role of social media in terrorist activities; Crypto-currency: a vehicle for terrorist financing; Critical information and infrastructure assessment, vulnerabilities & solutions; National and international considerations for countering terrorists use of cyber space (Use of Technology, The Role of Internet Service Providers, The Role of Governments, The Role of International Organizations); NATO Cyber defense policy; Future trends in terrorism online & emerging threats; Cyber Intelligence against terrorist use of Cyberspace. 7 Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF-2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Terrorism and Media Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To understand the relation between media and terrorism To educate effective media relations during counterterrorism operations To develop effective measures in combating terrorism through the media To apply these methods to a particular case by a working group exercise 8 Terrorism, media, and the law Terrorism, media, and censorship Propaganda and news management in terrorism Terrorist controlled media resources Dealing with terrorism from the media s perspective Role of government-sponsored media sources Public information management for media coverage of terrorist acts Role of the media as a counterterrorism tool Role of new electronic media as it relates to terrorism Case studies and working group sessions Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF 2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Critical Infrastructure Protection from Terrorist Attacks Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To educate critical awareness of critical infrastructure protection in general, and against terrorism in particular, in the context of NATO and national operations/ responsibilities By developing awareness and understanding of Critical Infrastructure Protection against Terrorism, and NATO s associated roles; educating participants on national and multi-national CIP methods, techniques and technologies; emphasising: Collective security and protection Sharing and enhancement of information, practices and experiences In order to optimise complementary efforts, and reduce contradiction Basic concept of CIP Overview of current means and methods Importance of the protection of critical infrastructure Critical infrastructure protection cycle Current threats, risks posed by terrorism Future threats Criticality, vulnerability, threat, prioritization Risk assessment Risk management plans Protection and consequence mitigation Security management plan Multiple actor coordination Information sharing Consequence management Emergency response Key resources for protection Resilience 9 Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF 2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Terrorist Use of Weapons of Mass Destruction Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To review proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) in historical context To learn current international law and agreements regarding use and proliferation of WMD and International organizations capabilities, policies and strategies in defence against WMD terrorism To examine current and possible threats posed by terrorist use of WMD and discuss possible measures can be taken against terrorist building or acquiring WMD 10 History and proliferation of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) weapons Future threats in WMD terrorism Cases and examples of terrorist efforts and usage of WMD International law and agreements regarding the use and proliferation of WMD Terrorist organizations capabilities to build and acquire WMD Role of armed forces in countering nuclear terrorism NATO, UN, EU, and OSCE capabilities, policies and strategies in defence against WMD terrorism Measures to prevent terrorists acquisition of chemical, biological and nuclear materials Working group sessions Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF 2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Attacking the Network Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey The main aim of the course is to provide Operational Level NATO HQ staff officers with the understanding of the framework to plan and conduct Counterterrorism and Attack the Networks operations in support of NATO missions. Within this context the aims are; To understand what the AtN is and its application in Counterterrorism To understand concept of Human Network Analysis and support to Targeting (HNAT) To develop understanding of Attack the Networks in NATO and national operations To apply this understanding to a particular case by a working group exercise The operational environment External Intelligence, Surveillance, Target, Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) Threat networks, Adversary Tactics, Techniques and Procedures Threat networks capabilities, strengths and vulnerabilities Introduction to Human Network Analysis and Support to Targeting (HNAT) Technical intelligence exploitation and Identity Intelligence Planning operations to counter terrorists and disrupt threat networks Counterterrorism and operational level Attack the Networks approaches including operations/intelligence fusion Attack the network operations and targeting Planning and targeting identified and nominated priority threat network components Planning Influence activities to counter terrorists and other threat networks Planning operations to support friendly networks and influence neutral networks Irregular/asymmetric warfare intelligence analysis techniques and practical exercises Exercise Analysis and Countering Threat Networks 11 Course is designed for NATO officers only. In this context, the course is appropriate for Operational Level Staff Officers from NATO HQs as well as from NATO member countries. Participants should be military officers (OF 2 and above) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, etc.
Border Security, Refugees and CT Course Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To provide an overall introduction to border security To put forth the key elements effecting countries border security management policies and ways to cope with them To explain the nature of the relationship between terrorism and migration & challenges for counter-terrorism To approach from legal aspect to the respective phenomena To deliver the IOs approach to the issue To make a case study by presenting an experienced country s implementations within the scope of its border security 12 Conceptual framework: Introduction to border security and refugees The nature of the relationship between border security, refugees and CT Threats (national/international) over border security, ways to cope with them Cross border population movement Border security and refugee management CT operations against border security violations Cooperation in border security units Legal aspect of refugee management, border management and CT operations International organizations policy, functions and responsibilities in integrated border security and management Case study: A NATO Country s border security policy and implementations Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF 2 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Defence Against Terrorism Course (Senior Commanders and Flag Officers Seminar) Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT) Ankara/Turkey To provide senior officers an opportunity to update their understanding of terrorism from preeminent experts in relevant fields To reflect on the role of terrorism in international relations and conflict To prepare attendees to make sense of international developments and respond with better policy and strategy Changing nature of conflict and security Terrorist ideologies, motivations and recruitment Countering violent extremism Foreign fighters and viable response options Civil and military counter-terrorism strategy Terror finance; the crime and terrorism nexus Humanitarian and social impact of terrorism 13 Course is designed for NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Partners Across the Globe, Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) countries, and relevant International Organisations (IOs) dealing with counterterrorism. Participants should be military officers (OF 5 and above) or civilian equivalents (police officers, academics, experts) working in domains such as counterterrorism, special operations, intelligence, operations, plans, training, force protection, C-IED, PSYOPS, INFO OPS, STRATCOM, public affairs, police, law enforcement, judicial etc.
Mobile Education and Training (MET) The Mobile Education and Training Courses are supplementary to the resident COE-DAT courses, and are offered to meet specific needs of a NATO organization, nation or partner. MET Courses, mostly one week (5 days) in duration, are fully in line with the COE-DAT mission and follow the same guiding principles as the resident courses. Depending on the request, the MET Course duration could be decreased to four or three days. The following priorities are assigned to MET Courses: Supporting an operational need Supporting transformation goals Supporting partnership and cooperation goals MET Courses are delivered through a flexible process that generally has the following phases: Planning Request for a MET Course is validated for feasibility (alignment with COE-DAT mission, academic content, time, funds, etc.), objectives are defined. Upon the approval of Steering Committee, MET is scheduled in COE-DAT Activity Plan. Preparation 14 Detailed preparations take place and a Technical Agreement with a requesting and/or funding authority is signed. Execution MET Courses are delivered in accordance with the signed Technical Agreement. A request for a MET Course should be initiated not later than 4 months before the intended execution of the course. However, some specific MET Courses for Partners that involve NATO funding may require an earlier application time to allow proper decision making within relevant partnership structures. For MET requests please contact the Department Head Coordinator at: 90 (312) 425-8215 Ext.1722 or via e-mail at: coordinator@coedat.nato.int
PREVIOUS MOBILE EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSES COURSE NAME COUNTRY DATE 1. Border Security and Trans-Border Crimes Georgia 26 February 02 March 2007 2. Organizational & Psychological Profile of Terrorism Macedonia 22-26 October 2007 3. Legal Aspects of Combating Terrorism Bosnia & Herzegovina 04-08 February 2008 4. Use of Force in Countering Terrorism Kyrgyzstan 08-12 September 2008 5. Analysis and Strategies to Counter the Terrorism Threat Albania 20-24 April 2009 6. Cyber Terrorism: A 21st Century Challenge to State Security Moldova 12-16 October 2009 7. Defence Against Terrorism Jordan 03-07 January 2010 8. Defence Against Terrorism Afghanistan 23-27 May 2010 9. Enhancing Cooperation in Defence Against Terrorism Kazakhstan 27 September - 01 October 2010 10. Defence Against Terrorism : Conceptual Approach in Serbia 22-26 November 2010 Combating Terrorism 11. Defence Against Terrorism : Conceptual Approach in Ukraine 23 27 May 2011 Combating Terrorism 12. Defence Against Terrorism: The Dynamics, Trends and Montenegro 26-30 September 2011 Future Aspects of Terrorism 13. Future Trends and New Approaches in Defeating The Algeria 23-27 October 2011 Terrorism Threat 15 14. Capacity Building in the Fight Against Terrorism Kyrgyzstan 11-15 June 2012 15. Strengthening Capacity to Counter Radicalisation Nigeria 13-17 May 2013 That Leads to Terrorism 16. Terrorist Use of Cyber Space Macedonia 8-12 December 2014 17 Defence Against Terrorism Azerbaijan 03-07 November 2015 18. Defence Against Terrorism France 16-20 March 2015 19. Attack the Network; Counter-Terrorism for Azerbaijan 31 October - 04 November 2016 Operational Practitioners 20. Defence Against Terrorism Uzbekistan 24-28 October 2016 21. LANDCOM Training Activity zmir 31 March 2016
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