To prepare students to apply new and emerging thinking and skills that can be used to provide intelligence support as a result of methodologically researching the surface, deep, and dark web to find information of intelligence value. Students are also taught the history of the internet, social media, and internet security. Students will learn the basic procedures for setting up their computer at the browser, computer, and internet levels which includes information on how to mask their digital identities. The course provides real world examples and case studies in an exercise environment that encourages students to utilize creative and critical thinking skills. This course also includes numerous exercises and analytic tool demonstrations where real world analysis allows the student to see how their newfound skills can be applied.