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CJS 366 The U.S. Intelligence Community

This course provides an overview of the U.S. Intelligence Community and examines how the community supports foreign policy and homeland security. Students examine the intelligence cycle and the structure, constraints, and oversight of the agencies that comprise the intelligence community. Specific attention is given to collection operations, analysis, and dissemination of finished intelligence products to consumers, with emphasis on how global intelligence is used to protect and police local communities. Also explored is how intelligence products build a common operational picture for national security management at top levels of government and how intelligence analysis supports Homeland Security by assisting federal, state, and local political leaders and law enforcement officials. Students also discuss human intelligence operations, counterintelligence, UAV (drone) operations, interrogation, and detention, and the moral, ethical, and legal framework inside which those disciplines and operations are practiced.
4 Undergraduate credits

Effective August 15, 2017 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Identify U.S. Intelligence Community organizations and their assigned missions
  • Differentiate between information and intelligence and examine the pros and cons of different intelligence collection methodologies
  • Apply core intelligence and national security concepts, including the history and structure of the U.S. Intelligence Community, the intelligence cycle, and policies affecting national security.
  • Interpret intelligence data from multiple sources and integrate this information to produce coherent, actionable insights that directly impact national security decisions.
  • Apply the ethical standards and legal frameworks governing intelligence work, making informed decisions that respect civil liberties and privacy.
  • Demonstrate excellence in strategic communication by clearly and concisely conveying intelligence findings to stakeholders through written reports and presentations.
  • Lead effectively in team settings, coordinating tasks and making strategic decisions under pressure, highlighting strong leadership and collaborative skills.

Fall 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
01 The U.S. Intelligence Community Staff, Staff Books for CJS-366-01 Fall 2025 Course details for CJS-366-01 Fall 2025