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INTS-Intelligence Studies
INTS 1000
Introduction to Intelligence Operations Studies
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the basic elements of intelligence: collection, analysis, dissemination, counterintelligence, and covert action. Examines the difference between intelligence and information. Describes the structure, functions, capabilities, and contributions of the national intelligence community, including Congress, the military, joint and unified commands, and law enforcement agencies. Identifies the various steps of the intelligence cycle and their purposes. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1010
Counterintelligence Investigations
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the principles, objectives, procedures, and reports used to conduct counterintelligence investigations within various investigational contexts. Assesses the planning, communicating, operating, credentialing, and investigating processes associated with counterintelligence investigations. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1020
Security Programs
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the principles, objectives, and basic procedures used to develop, account for, control, protect, and arrange for the eventual destruction of sensitive information and material. Prepares students for the investigation of security crimes and the protection of classified information and material in the custody of counterintelligence agents. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1030
Intelligence Law and Administration of Justice
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the legal principles of intelligence law as those principles apply to counterintelligence investigations and operations. Prepares students to use the principles of intelligence law and the administration of justice in the performance of their duties as counterintelligence agents. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1040
Analytical Process and Product
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the three analytical processes in the intelligence cycle: intelligence preparation of the battlefield, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance, and targeting. Leverages analytical products associated with these processes such as PMESII, ASCOPE, Link-Pattern-Nodal analysis, threat characteristics, threat objectives, threat templates, the oil spot, and the situation template. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1050
Interrogation Operations
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the basic skills and knowledge to support the collection, dissemination, and protection of intelligence information during human intelligence operations. Applies conventional and unconventional sources with students performing as members of an interrogation team during simulated operations at both tactical and strategic levels. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1060
Map Reading and Analysis
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Applies map reading and analysis including marginal data, identification of terrain features, and calculation of azimuths. Teaches analytical skills essential to information gathering, collection capabilities, and interpretation of assets. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1080
Signal Theory
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Identifies the basic skills to intercept, analyze, and report non-communication signals. Includes the handling of classified material. Examines signal and wavelength theory, radar theory, electronic intelligence parameters, and basic collection operations. Assesses worldwide non-communications threats to include weapons systems operations, message information extraction, opposing forces operations, and situation analysis. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1090
Signal Analysis and Security
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Operates the applicable software. Displays automated situation map updates. Applies electronic messaging as part of an analysis control element team. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1100
Remote Sensing
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Analyzes hardcopy and softcopy imagery collected from the electronic magnetic spectrum. Utilizes intelligence databases as well as automated processing and dissemination systems to provide valid, accurate, and timely intelligence to appropriate agencies. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1110
Information Security for Intelligence Operations
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Assesses information security as it applies to intelligence operations in the military (INFOSEC). Examines specific INFOSEC issues, to include safekeeping and storage of classified materials, application of classification markings to appropriate documents, and proper destruction of classified materials. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1120
Imagery Analysis Techniques
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Develops the basic skills to successfully employ and analyze imagery in an operational environment. Introduces basic analytical techniques, sensor capabilities and limitations, characteristics of observed operational activity, spectral and stereoscopic imagery, and full motion video. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1130
Terrorism and Counterterrorism
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Examines the history of terrorism and the tactics and technologies used by terrorist groups. Assesses the nature of the terrorist threat and countermeasures to combat terrorism. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1140
Reporting of Intelligence Data
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Identifies the essential elements of information, selection of reporting vehicle, and production of concise and timely technical summaries. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 115R
Briefing Skills
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Produces the skills required to perform the duties and operations necessary to conduct briefings in the intelligence operations field. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah. May be repeated for a total of four credits toward graduation.

INTS 1160
Imagery Identification
6 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches how to use aerial images to identify threat and operational equipment, including: naval vessels; fixed, swing, and rotary wing aircraft; engineer and decontamination equipment; truck models and functions; armored personnel carriers (APCs); missiles, rockets, and launch sites; communication and radar sites; artillery and artillery related equipment; and tanks and armored recovery vehicles (ARVs). Teaches how to identify from aerial imagery organizations and activity in relation to the Ground Order of Battle (GOB). This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1170
Symbology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches the skills necessary to translate incoming message traffic into military symbols. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1180
Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Identifies characteristics of the modern battlefield. Analyzes how the operational environment of the battlefield can affect friendly and threat operations. Defines the operational environment, considers the effects of weather and terrain, evaluates threat, and determines potential threat courses of action. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1190
Introduction to Communications for Intelligence Operations
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Tests basic oral communication in English for non-native speakers. Practices the fundamentals of oral communications in interpersonal, small-group, and large-group situations in the field of intelligence operations. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1200
Records Management
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Introduces the procedures, regulations, and forms used to accurately account for and manage an organization's records and funds. Provides an opportunity to practice skills as custodians in a simulated large agency operating environment. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1210
Counterintelligence Investigations II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Analyzes the collection, evaluation, and use of information to produce justifiable conclusions in support of the counterintelligence mission. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1220
Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR)
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) process across the scope of military operations from Joint Task Force level to Battalion level. Identifies the functions of the ISR process and its relationship to decision making. Requires development of an ISR plan, dissemination of information, and implementation of the plan. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1230
Targeting
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Examines the targeting process across the scope of intelligence operations. Introduces the Decide, Detect, Deliver, and Assess (D3A) methodology of targeting. Assesses the functions associated with the D3A methodology and how these functions interact with the decision-making process. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1240
Cellular Communication Fundamentals
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches cellular technologies used around the world to deploy enhanced wireless capabilities. Covers the evolution of cellular capabilities to current protocols and standards. Provides a comprehensive overview of the options available in handling voice and data transmitted through wireless technologies. Explores variations among Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA), Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA), Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), and Global System for Mobile communications (GSM). This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1310
Personal Identification methods in Battlefield Forensics
2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Explores the methods used to identify individuals based on evidence collected at an incident scene in a battlefield environment. Emphasizes the identification, collection, and preservation of biological evidence for criminal investigations and legal procedures. Examines specific topics including: fingerprints, facial recognition, bloodstain analysis, and biometrics. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1410
Battlefield Forensic Investigations I
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Examines battlefield forensic investigation procedures and techniques. Emphasizes incident scene management and the identification, collection, and preservation of material evidence related to the manufacture and use of improvised explosive devices (IEDs). This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 1420
Battlefield Forensic Investigations II
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Explores the technical aspects of the collection and preservation of physical evidence from a battlefield environment. Emphasizes the processes involved in identifying persons assembling improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and the tactics and techniques used in the employment of those devices. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2000
Collection Operations
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches source collection operations in the operational cycle, including: collection planning, identifying, assessing, recruiting, training, tasking, interviewing, and providing source operations support. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2020
Force Protection Operations and Support
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches how to assimilate, analyze, and distribute multidiscipline counterintelligence products in support of tactical force protection. Explores specific areas of interest, to include counterintelligence operations in a deployed environment and current threat assessment technology. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2030
Combating Terrorism
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches the history and development of terrorism. Includes recognizing the phases of a terrorist incident and how to understand a terrorist group's structure, degree of support, and scope of operations. Teaches use of basic analytical tools available to combat terrorism. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2040
Interrogation and Interview Techniques
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Describes how to prepare for and question a source, collect all information of intelligence value, and report this information in the proper format. Identifies appropriate approach and questioning techniques, effective listening and note-taking methods, source screening procedures, and proper exploitation phases to collect intelligence information. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2090
Automated Intelligence Systems
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Explores the use of automated intelligence systems in the field of intelligence operations. Assesses the basic system operations and conventions. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2100
Intermediate Remote Sensing
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Applies knowledge of intelligence operations and how they use observed activity in the analysis of hardcopy and softcopy imagery. Utilizes imagery databases to provide organizations with accurate and timely reports, intelligence briefs, and assessments based on given scenarios and Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs). This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 211R
Military Decision Making Process
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Assesses the mission analysis and the military decision-making process. Reviews situation analysis, problem analysis, and decision analysis. Examines the relationship between the decision maker and the decision environment. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah. May be repeated for a total of nine credits toward graduation.

INTS 2120
Intermediate Imagery Analysis Techniques
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Develops ability to apply photogrammetry techniques, equipment identification techniques, and softcopy and hardcopy imagery manipulation techniques to produce accurate imagery analyses and activity assessments. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2140
Reporting of Intelligence Data II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches skills for the preparation of intelligence reports using pertinent information to satisfy the appropriate requirements. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 215R
Briefing Skills II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Demonstrates advanced preparation and delivery of briefings in the intelligence operations field. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah. May be repeated for a total of nine credits toward graduation.

INTS 2200
Reporting of Intelligence Data III
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Examines tactical human intelligence (HUMINT) issues for the advanced intelligence operations practitioner maintaining a HUMINT-specific occupational specialty. Teaches how to plan and prepare timely and effective intelligence reports in both urban and rural environments. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2210
Counterintelligence Investigations III
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Focuses on how to understand the objectives, apply the procedures, and produce the reports used in advanced counterintelligence investigations. Expands knowledge and abilities in the planning, communicating, operating, credentialing, and investigating processes related to advanced counterintelligence investigations. Designed for the tactical human intelligence (HUMINT) practitioner. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2230
Intelligence Law and Administration of Justice II
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Examines the legal principles and regulations of intelligence law as they apply to counterintelligence investigations and operations. Teaches the application of principles of intelligence law and of the administration of justice in the performance of duties as tactical human intelligence (HUMINT) practitioners. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2240
Force Protection Operations and Support II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Teaches the human intelligence (HUMINT) practitioner improved methods to assimilate, analyze, and distribute multidiscipline human products in support of tactical force protection operations. Focuses on human intelligence operations in a tactically deployed environment. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2250
Analytical Process and Product II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Explores the tactical human intelligence (HUMINT) field. Teaches the preparation of analytical tools to assess a combat environment. Analyzes conventional and unconventional threat forces, various types of organizations, and associated weapons and equipment, as well as the tactics, techniques, and procedures of groups or forces identified as posing a threat to U.S. interests. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2260
Interrogation and Interviewing Techniques II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Provides advanced preparation for questioning a human intelligence source and to collect and report information that is of intelligence value. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2410
Management of Intelligence and Counterintelligence Operations I
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Studies the organizational management of intelligence and counterintelligence operations. Examines the theoretical and practical perspectives of managing increasing levels of responsibility, with emphasis on problem-solving and decision-making processes and on the role of the leader. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.

INTS 2420
Management of Intelligence and Counterintelligence Operations II
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Intelligence Studies Program

Explores the managerial challenges related to the multidiscipline roles in intelligence and counterintelligence operations. Emphasizes the assessment of external and internal environments, strategic initiatives, and communication techniques, and the allocation and coordination of personnel and resources. This course is limited to students participating in the Utah National Guard’s (UNG) Military Intelligence Education Program at Camp Williams in Bluffdale, Utah.