Intelligence Operations Studies - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - IOST)
Students should contact an advisor at the Fort Huachuca Center regarding admission into the Intelligence Operations Studies program.
The Intelligence Operations Studies Associate of Applied Science degree addresses the career and educational goals of students currently in or preparing to be in the intelligence field. It is designed specifically for military intelligence specialists and for students who are interested in intelligence operations studies.
Military credit toward this degree may apply, based on skill level, training, and/or coursework from military schools attended. See an academic advisor at the Fort Huachuca Center for details.
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:
- Demonstrate knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and statutes as they relate to the intelligence community, control of sensitive information, and operations planning.
- Analyze and explain the history, tactics, structure, and technology used by spies, and discern the methods used by the intelligence community to protect national security
- Explain the structure and function of the US Intelligence Community.
- Research and differentiate among the threats that face the U.S. Intelligence Communities.
Note: Depending upon area of concentration, additional learning outcomes may apply.
Degree Map
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS
Composition 6 credits
Mathematics 3-4 credits
| MAT 142 | College Mathematics*** | 3 |
| OR | |
| MAT 142L | College Mathematics with Support Lab* | 3 |
| or higher (3-4 credits) | |
Liberal Arts 6 credits
Technology Literacy 3 credits
| CIS 116 | Computer Essentials* | 3 |
| OR | |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Information Systems** | 3 |
CORE CURRICULUM 21 CREDITS
Any 21 credits from the Cochise College Intelligence Operations Studies (IOS)/Military Intelligence Operations (MIO) course offerings. See schedule for a list of available courses.
ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)
TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS
Note: A minimum of nine credits, from the 60 total credits in this degree, must be completed with 200-level courses.