• MID E 5635: Politics/Society Iran

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course serves as an introduction to modern Iranian politics and society. It follows the events leading up to the Iranian Revolution of 1979, and examines the outcomes that have defined the Islamic Republic of Iran. Key topics of discussion include the coup d'etat against prime Minister Mossadegh (1953), the rule of Reza Shah Pahlavi, the Iranian Revolution (1979), the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988), the Reform Movement (1977-2005), the rise of Iranian neo-conservatives (2005-present). We will also look at the Iran's geopolitical power and influence , Iran's nuclear program, Iran's role in Iran-Afghanistan, and US-Iran tensions.
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• MID E 5644: Nation/Ethnc Conflict

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course seeks to address one of the crucial issues of our age: the cultural pluralism embedded in most civil societies and the integrative impulses and the forces of disintegration - nationalism and ethnicity.
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• MID E 5645: Polit Violnce Terrorism

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Discussion of theories of violence from psychological, socioeconomic, religious, and other perspectives. This course will also focus on the role of the media and state-sponsored violence.
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• MID E 5647: Intntl Relations Mid E

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Graduate students should register for POL S 6470/MID E 6647 and will be held to higher standards and/or additional work. Explores various international relations theories, such as realism, dependency, identity theory, and alliance formation to the behavior of Middle East states, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the post-Cold War Middle East. Recommended Prerequisites: POLS 2100 OR POLS 2200.
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• MID E 5704: Mid East Econ History

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Graduate students should register for ECON 6400 and will be held to higher standards and/or additional work. Genesis, functioning, and development of Middle Eastern economic systems from earliest times to the 19th century. The contribution of these systems to world economic development; emphasis on critical theoretical approaches to the study of Middle Eastern economic history. Prerequisites: (ECON 2010 AND ECON 2020) OR ECON 5530 OR (ECON 1010 AND Instructor Consent)
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• MIL S 1010: Intro to the Army

  2.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Acquaints students with leadership, management, and life skills. Strong focus on assessing an individual's leadership strengths and weaknesses through classroom instruction and hands-on application via a wide variety of activities including rappelling, land navigation, rifle marksmanship, leadership reaction course and water survival. Introduces students to the Army culture and lifestyle through basic soldier skills including drill and ceremony and the wearing of the army battle dress uniform. Students must participate in a three hour lab each week which gives hands-on training for the above and a one hour physical fitness course, three times a week.
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• MIL S 1020: Intr Profession of Arms

  2.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Continued leadership development and confidence building through practical exercises. Activities include helicopter assault and squad and platoon situational exercises. Includes the use of basic military skills as a vehicle for leader development. Introduces students to Army customs and traditions. Capstone events include a field training exercise held at Camp Williams, Utah. Students are required to participate in a three hour lab each week which gives hands-on training for the above and a one hour physical fitness course, three times a week.
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• MIL S 1060: Physical Readiness

  1.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  A concentrated physical training program to prepare students for the rigors of military service and warfare through a systematic physical-conditioning program. Emphasis on cardiovascular and muscular development as well as stamina. All students are allowed to participate. Contracted students must be enrolled in MIL S 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020, 3010, 3020, 4010, or 4020. It can be repeated 8 times for 8 credits.
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• MIL S 2010: Ldrsp & Decision Making

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Development of leadership and management skills through practical exercises, adventure training, and basic military skills. Emphasis on problem-solving and decision-making skills at the team level. Training exercises include land navigation, rappelling, mountaineering, water safety, and rifle marksmanship. Students are required to participate in a three hour lab each week which gives hands on training for the above and a one hour physical fitness course, three times a week.
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• MIL S 2020: Doctrine & Team Develop

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Continued progressive development of leadership and management skills. Implementation of decision-making procedures in a classroom and field environment. Practical application in leadership principles. Provides an assessment of skills learned. Leadership development is evaluated through execution of basic military skills. Exercises include practical field training experience. Students are required to participate in a three hour lab each week which gives hands on training for the above and a one hour physical fitness course, three times a week.
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