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SOS Emergency Alert System
Learn the fundamentals of the University Emergency Alert SystemPreview the first lesson free. Get full access to all 9 lessons.
Essential Provider : Troy University 9 Lessons · 2m in English
Course Description
This course gives you an overview of the Troy University SOS Emergency Alert System. In the event of danger, the University has devised a system to distribute important information via text messages, e-mail, audible alerts, and other means. With over 6000 users and growing, proper use and distribution of emergency information is a priority.
What You'll Learn
- Understand the purpose and concept behind the Troy University SOS Emergency Alert System
- Identify why an emergency alert system is needed and the milestones in the SOS system's development
- Recognize the different types of SOS alerts and which devices can receive them
- Navigate the SOS website and review its key features
- Apply the SOS SPAM policy when receiving and distributing alerts
- Subscribe to the SOS Emergency Alert System to receive emergency information
Key Takeaways
- The Troy University SOS Emergency Alert System distributes important information during dangerous situations via text messages, e-mail, audible alerts, and other means.
- The system serves over 6000 users and continues to grow.
- Proper use and distribution of emergency information is treated as a priority within the system.
- The course covers the SOS concept, its milestones, alert types, and the devices that can receive alerts.
- Learners are shown how to subscribe to the alert system and review the SOS website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
This course gives an overview of the Troy University SOS Emergency Alert System, including why an alert system is needed, the SOS concept and milestones, a review of the SOS website, the types of SOS alerts, which devices can receive alerts, the SPAM policy, and how to subscribe.
How does the Troy University SOS Emergency Alert System distribute information?
In the event of danger, the system distributes important information via text messages, e-mail, audible alerts, and other means.
How many users does the SOS Emergency Alert System serve?
The system has over 6000 users and is growing.
Will I learn how to receive these alerts?
Yes. The course covers which devices can receive alerts and how to subscribe to the SOS Emergency Alert System.
