Programs at uei

Terrorism and the Politics of Knowledge. September 11th: Reflections on Terrorism, its Origins and Consequences. Terror and Its Psychological Impact. Silence, Slogans, and Flags. Law and the Use of Force. Terror and the Dilemmas of American Power. Literature as Mourning: China and Greece. What the U. International English-Language Newspaper Coverage. Echoes of Terror in Brain, Mind, and Literature.

Poetry and Loss. Psychology of Group Identity. What is their political and military position in Afghanistan? What is the relationship between the Taliban and terrorist groups? Alpers; History In this course we will try to understand two fundamental questions that are raised by events of September First, how can people unleash acts of terror on innocent citizens?

Second, what are the consequences of mutual cultural ignorance? To help us reach our goals, we will read about two very different situations that address each of these questions by itself and may provide a methodology for comprehending our current predicament. Not understanding this fact has led to serious misunderstandings and misjudgments in the foreign policies of the USA.

In this seminar we will examine these values and the social codes which provide the doorway to an in-depth understanding of male and female socialization and behavior. Students will consider possible U. What measures did the Uzbek government take toward the danger of Asama Bin Laden efforts? Were the Wahhabites involved in the plot? Prospectives for the immediate future? My faith in the unlimited creativity of human beings in solving the problems of their environment, in the capacity of the imagination to invent new solutions to economic, physical and psychological dilemmas, in the liberation of mental energy and fresh ideas from the fetters of dogma and fear, was sorely tested on that fateful Tuesday.

I will attempt to dissect and comprehend the events through their representations, for only through understanding can we prevent future recurrences of such events. Borgman; Information Studies Computer networks e. The vulnerability of that interconnected infrastructure was never more evident than on September 11, Yet the information infrastructure also enabled people to locate each other, to maintain contact, and to get information in a time of crisis.

In this seminar we will address questions such as, What is an information infrastructure? How can information technology be used to improve communications and access to information in times of crisis?

What are the threats to civil liberties e. How can we advance global communications networks, in light of their use for good and for evil? This is no small challenge. With all of cyberspace at our fingertips, not to speak of the broadcast and print media, we are awash in information: but are we well informed? The horrific events of September 11 and their aftermath raise this question with special urgency. In this seminar, we will discuss what ordinary citizens can do to make intelligent critical use of the media — and of web-based resources in particular to inform themselves about the events, their contexts, and their sequels.

Real Terror Instructor: Frederick Burwick; English In arguments about the pretensions of realist drama in the 18th century, it was said that if a real execution was taking place in the town square, the population would go there rather than watch a pretend execution in the theater.

Does the population have a morbid curiosity to watch real gore and slaughter? What is the purpose of violence in film, drama, and literature? Since the frequency and extent of terror and violence in the arts is not a constant, presumably the degree of morbid fascination is related to social events.

This seminar will discuss fictive terror as a phenomenon in the popular media in relation to incidents of actual terror. With the collapse of the Soviet empire, and in the wake of catastrophic terrorist attacks on U. Can war be a just act of the state? How do wars waged by states differ from acts of violence by individuals? This seminar will explore these questions from the point of view expressed by Niccolo Machiavelli in parts of The Prince , a book written almost five centuries ago but often cited today when such questions are discussed.

The events of September 11 have placed parents in the situation of explaining and reassuring their children. Students will maintain a journal during the quarter, including interviews of other students. You will receive practical, hands-on experience in our lab environment that will help prepare you for an entry-level position.

You will gain valuable experience through hands-on simulations featuring our wiring mock stations. Once you are enrolled in our Electrician Technician program, you will receive an Electrician Training Card, which allows you to work in the electrical field under supervision and per the Department of Apprenticeship Standards Regulations.

Get the experience you need to pursue entry-level employment as a welder with on-site welding experience through hands-on lab work simulating real life experience. A rewarding and challenging automotive career can be yours with training from UEI College. Get the knowledge and skills you need to excel in an automotive career. Pursue a career you can feel passionate about by enrolling in our Automotive Technician program.

This UEI College program covers basic through advanced automotive techniques, preparing you for an entry-level career in the automotive industry. Are you interested in becoming a Dental Assistant? UEI has a Dental Assistant program that offers hands on training and an externship program to get real-world experience. Train to work in a clinical or office setting. Pharmacy Technicians are in demand in places like clinics, drugstores, in-store pharmacies and mail-order pharmacies.

Skilled workers are needed to fill these positions and handle the responsibility that comes with working in a pharmaceutical setting. Our Pharmacy Technician program can prepare you for the career you want. Careers in this field may require fingerprinting and a criminal background check. If you want a career in the medical field and love working with patients on a day-to-day basis, the Medical Office Specialist program could be the perfect fit for you!

Medical records are an essential part of quality patient care. With a diploma in our Criminal Justice program, you are able to pursue a career that is focused on the improvement and safety of your community.

Get on the path today towards a rewarding and exciting career. Bakersfield is a Branch of the Main Campus in Fresno. UEI College is an equal opportunity employer and program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling or UEI Colleges does not promise or guarantee employment to any student or graduate.

Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 8 percent growth for electricians through the year , a rate much faster than average for all occupations.

A March survey shows both residential and commercial contractors in Arizona have been struggling to find skilled workers to fulfill existing contracts and start new ones, according to the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. UEI College is working to meet this growing demand in the Valley by launching a new Electrician Technician program at its Phoenix campus , and including the program at the college's additional new campus opening in Mesa on July Applications are now being accepted for the program at both campus locations.

In as few as 10 months, students will develop the skills and get the tools needed to work effectively in the electrician field," Burrell said. The Electrician Technician training program prepares students for an entry-level job in the residential, commercial, or industrial fields. The program is designed to provide students with the necessary training they'll need as quickly as possible with career-focused courses that are personalized, hands-on, and tailored to the skills that employers look for most.

The training in UEI College's electrician technician program teaches students the key techniques, problem-solving skills, and tools needed for the field. Students will receive practical, hands-on experience in lab environments and gain valuable experience through hands-on simulations featuring wiring simulation stations.