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PCR873 Social Sciences 3 Units intermediate

Arms Control And Demilitarisation

This course examines the threats posed by arms, weaponry, and their proliferation, and analyzes the implications of weapons of mass destruction on the international community. It also explores post-conflict recovery strategies and the role of the United Nations in promoting peace through arms control and demilitarization. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge to contribute to security and stability in post-conflict environments, fostering total recovery and development.

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150h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Arms ControlDemilitarisationDisarmamentWeaponryGlobal Security

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Arms Control

2

Demilitarisation

3

Disarmament

4

Weaponry

5

Weapons of Mass Destruction

6

Global Security

7

Peace Processes

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Conflict Resolution Specialist

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

7h

Unit 1: Arms and Arms Control

4 study hours

• Define arms and arms control.
• Discuss the effects of arms on global existence.
• Analyze the process of arms control.

Unit 2: Demilitarisation

3 study hours

• Define demilitarization.
• Differentiate between militarization and militarism.
• Discuss the principles that facilitate demilitarization.

Week

2

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

5h

Unit 3: Disarmament and Demobilisation

5 study hours

• Define disarmament and demobilization.
• Enumerate the forms of disarmament.
• Analyze the problems of demobilization.

Week

3

Module 2: Theory and History of Arms Control

4h

Unit 1: Theory of Arms Control

4 study hours

• Explain the theory of arms control.
• Describe the scope of arms control.
• Identify the goals of arms control.

Week

4

Module 2: Theory and History of Arms Control

4h

Unit 2: History of Arms Control

4 study hours

• Account for the development of the arms control agenda.
• Explain various efforts at arms control.
• List some arms control treaties.

Week

5

Module 2: Theory and History of Arms Control

4h

Unit 3: Barriers of Arms Control

4 study hours

• Summarize and evaluate the barriers to arms control.
• Explain security barriers to arms control.
• Differentiate between technical and domestic barriers to arms control.

Week

6

Module 2: Theory and History of Arms Control

4h

Unit 4: Disarmament since the Second World War

4 study hours

• Discuss the state of disarmament since World War II.
• Explain the nature of disarmament.
• Analyze the effect of the Cold War on disarmament process.

Week

7

Module 2: Theory and History of Arms Control

4h

Unit 5: Game Theory and Bargaining

4 study hours

• Critically examine game theory and bargaining.
• Explain the roles of game theory and bargaining in international relations.
• Enumerate types of diplomacy.

Week

8

Module 3: Causes of Armament and Disarmament

4h

Unit 1: Sources of Armament

4 study hours

• Enumerate causes of armament.
• Explain just war theory and just cause of war.
• Highlight various approaches to peace.

Week

9

Module 3: Causes of Armament and Disarmament

7h

Unit 2: Characteristics of Small Arms

4 study hours

• Define small arms.
• List the features of small arms.
• Explain the various forms of violence and the effects of small arms.

Unit 3: Proliferation of Small Arms

3 study hours

• Explain the proliferation of small arms.
• Identify salient reasons for the proliferation of small arms.

Week

10

Module 3: Causes of Armament and Disarmament

7h

Unit 4: Effects of Small Arms

4 study hours

• Explain the diverse effects of small arm proliferations.

Unit 5: Civil Wars and Small Arms

3 study hours

• Give reasons why the world cultivates a culture of war.
• Explain the devastating roles of small arms in civil wars.

Week

11

Module 4: Weaponry and Weapons of Mass Destruction

4h

Unit 1: Light Weapons and Landmines

4 study hours

• Explain what are light weapons and landmines.
• Write on the nature of landmines.
• List weapons under the category of light weapons.

Week

12

Module 4: Weaponry and Weapons of Mass Destruction

7h

Unit 2: Deadly Conventional Weaponry and Weapons of Mass Destruction

4 study hours

• Define nuclear weapons.
• Identify states that possess them.
• Explain chemical and biological weapons.

Unit 3: Nuclear Weapons

3 study hours

• State the reasons behind the spread of nuclear weapons.

Week

13

Module 4: Weaponry and Weapons of Mass Destruction

7h

Unit 4: Spread of Nuclear Weapons

4 study hours

• Define nuclear strategy.
• Enumerate factors responsible for nuclear strategy.
• Explain how the purpose of nuclear strategy can be achieved.

Unit 5: Nuclear Strategy

3 study hours

• Define multilateral processes.
• Analyze the roles of multilateral organizations in negotiating peace.
• Explain the techniques and instruments of disarmament.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review key concepts and definitions from Module 1, focusing on arms control, demilitarization, and disarmament.

2

Create timelines of major arms control agreements from Module 2, noting key provisions and impacts.

3

Analyze case studies of civil wars in Module 3, identifying the role of small arms and proliferation factors.

4

Compare and contrast different types of weaponry from Module 4, focusing on their destructive capabilities and control measures.

5

Evaluate the effectiveness of multilateral processes from Module 5 in achieving global security and peace.

6

Practice applying game theory concepts from Module 2 to real-world arms control negotiations.

7

Prepare arguments for and against nuclear deterrence strategies from Module 5, considering ethical and practical implications.

8

Research current events related to arms control and non-proliferation, linking them to course concepts.

9

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and self-assessment exercises, focusing on areas of weakness.

10

Create concept maps linking key topics across modules to reinforce understanding of interconnected themes.