ADJ 154 - Intelligence and Technology Analysis (3 CR.)

It is recommended that students have successfully completed or tested at ENG 111 level and have basic computer literacy skills. Introduces students to operational knowledge of intelligence gathering and analysis, including those through technology and pertinent to homeland security. Outlines basic intelligence policies and functions of the U.S. government and articulates the meaning and purpose of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. Evaluates dependability and reliability of source (including technology) information. Identifies methods and/or techniques for obtaining intelligence and its analysis and discusses various intelligence gathering techniques and threats to national and international safety and security. Lecture 3 hours per week.