DSS 723 - Counterproliferation

Credit Hours: 3

Explores the challenges posed by nuclear and biological weapons in the hands of state and non-state actors. Students will investigate why various actors pursue these weapons, why some give them up, why others refuse to give them up, and the assorted instruments of national power that may be employed in the development of a national strategy to combat these weapons. Students will consider both the national security and homeland security aspects of these challenges. The subject matter will provide a vehicle for refining critical analytical skills; both verbal and written. The course will stress the refinement of each student’s analytical and problem solving abilities as part of their development as national security strategists.

Lecture Contact Hours: 3

Typically Offered: Demand