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Introduction to Intelligence

INTSTDS 3700: Introduction to Intelligence

Comprehensive introduction to the gathering, analysis, and use of military and political intelligence in a number of countries.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 350.
Credit Hours
3.0

Among the important consequences of the tragedies of 9/11 have been a renewed emphasis upon the importance of intelligence gathering and analysis for the protection of modern societies and a critical concern for the problems and dangers inherent in such a complex and uncertain enterprise. This class will provide the student with a comprehensive introduction to the intelligence arts. After a brief historical introduction to the U.S. intelligence system, the “nuts and bolts” of intelligence collection, analysis, covert action and counterintelligence will be explored.

Prerequisites: None.

Prerequisites (Honors Section): Enrollment in the University Honors Program.

Semester(s) Offered:

Autumn
Spring