Dr. Theodor Krauthammer, director of Penn State's Protective Technology Center and an internationally renowned expert, has worked with others in this field to develop a weeklong course on protective construction analysis and design. The course gives engineers, architects, and safety and security managers practical background information relating to the performance and design requirements for hardened facilities. Comprehensive reviews and advanced research and development topics are designed to augment the technical capabilities of hardening and forensic engineers and scientists. In addition, a review of Blast Damage Assessment (BDA) issues provides forensic and rescue personnel with additional background information
