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Homeland Security Training Center

College of DuPage Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Tech-rich facility puts theory into practice, strengthens college’s reputation as leader in first responder training

The Homeland Security Training Center (HTC) supports the College of DuPage’s (COD) curricular emphasis on putting theory into practice with simulated scenarios. The facility brings COD’s Suburban Law Enforcement Academy and regional law enforcement agencies a resource for immersive experiences and firearms instruction.

The 39,000-square-foot center, next to the Homeland Security Education Center, completes Phase 2 of the college’s Homeland Security Training Institute. Legat partnered with Brubaker Design on this project.

HIGHLIGHTS

Interior firing range
Three state-of-the-art simulators
911 call center training lab
Expandable classrooms

Interior Firing Range

A garage door allows instructors to bring emergency vehicles into this full-scale, 50-yard, 24-position range.

Range Prep Zone

This space, which has views into the firing range, offers countertops for lessons in weapons cleaning, repair, and safety.

Video Simulation Zone

Law enforcement personnel, armed with a technology-sensitive gun, stand amid five screens that depict realistic interactive emergencies similar to first-person gaming.

911 Call Center
Training Lab

Instructors use the latest audio-visual and mapping technology to train emergency dispatchers.

Lobby

The spacious lobby offers a reception desk and a variety of seating for individual study or
group work.

Multiuse Classroom

One 80-seat space divides into two
smaller classrooms.

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A Sloping Gesture

The HTC’s north façade gently slopes to complement the adjacent Homeland Security Education Center. The glass wall that it encases welcomes students and brings natural light deep into the lobby.

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