Spy Tech, Class One (10 Jan)

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

Wednesday, January 10, Period 1

The classroom is arranged in a standard tiered format. At the front of the room is a large projection screen, and what is obviously the teacher's desk set off to one side. A small woman who may be in her sixties or seventies, dressed in a neat navy blue suit, is standing next to the desk. She has a stern expression, and watches each student carefully as they enter.

"Good morning," she says, when the class is assembled. "This is 'Spy Tech', and I am your teacher. You may address me as "M" or "ma'am", or if absolutely necessary, "Professor". You are expected to sign in for class each morning, to answer questions when asked, and to complete your assignments. Failure to attend will result in disciplinary action. Horseplay or other disruptive activities will also result in disciplinary action. My assistants for this class, Nadia Santos and Martin Blank, will be available to offer assistance to those of you who require it. You may also come to my office hours, which will be held on Thursdays, or schedule an appointment to meet with me. I believe you'll find that my expectations for this class are not unreasonable, so long as you are all willing to apply yourselves. Does anyone have any questions?"

Once the questions are asked and answered, M picks up a remote from her desk and turns on the projector. A slide is projected on the screen behind her, with the following text, which she also reads aloud:


Q: What is 'spy tech'?
A: The technology that is developed and/or adapted specifically for use in the espionage industry. 'Spy tech' can range from a simple recording device disguised as a cigarette lighter, to an elaborately retrofitted vehicle, to a weapon that can be dismantled and concealed inside other objects. The common thread is that these items, while based on the ordinary technology that we all use every day, are designed to provide the espionage professional with specialty equipment that makes his or her job easier and less hazardous.

Q: How is 'spy tech' used?
A: Espionage technology is used in a wide variety of circumstances. Communication, transportation, surveillance, intelligence gathering, defense, personal safety, and yes, assassination.


"Now, I want each of you to introduce yourself, and to tell me why you decided to enroll in this class."

Once the class discussion is completed, M instructs Nadia and Marty to hand out copies of the syllabus. Another slide appears on the screen as well.


Assignment:
Write a brief essay on one item of technology that could be adapted from everyday use for the espionage world. Explain how it would be adapted, and what would make it useful.


[ooc: A note about M: she's much nicer than she appears to be, although you'll have to look carefully to see past the stern exterior. And she means what she says, she will give out detention or other punishments liberally. However, I will contact the player OOC in advance if M decides detention is warranted. Also, any snarkiness on M's part is entirely IC, and does not reflect my own views as a player. :)

Please wait for the OCD threads are up. Have at!]

Syllabus
Class Roster
Linkdrop for classes

Comments

Sign In

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

Collapsey, please.

Re: Sign In

[krycek-rat.livejournal.com]

Alex Krycek

Talk to M

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

For any questions or other necessary conversation during or after class.

Class Discussion

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

Introduce yourself, and explain why you're taking this class.

Re: Class Discussion

[cantgetnorelief.livejournal.com]

"Name's Anders," he said briefly, "and I'm taking this class because Aly's class on spying was so interesting last semester. I'd kind of like to learn a little more about it, even if I never have to use it, which I probably won't."

Re: Class Discussion

[nadiathesaint]

"I'm Nadia Santos, and I'm taking the course because I've had some experience in espionage, and I want to improve my skills and keep up with the latest technology."

Re: Class Discussion

[mparkerceo.livejournal.com]

"Parker. I'm taking this course because my family's company manufactures and designs technology like that used in the espionage industry, and I'd like to gain a greater familiarity with the devices widely available."

And if she can find things that will help her break into the Centre, that will justify every minute of this course above and beyond that.

Re: Class Discussion

[dorky-broots.livejournal.com]

"I'm Broots, and I'm taking this class because gadgets are cool, especially computerized ones."

Re: Class Discussion

[bound2blade.livejournal.com]

Setsuna nodded her head a little as she introduced herself. "My name is Setsuna Sakurazaki. I've pretty much been raised into the spying business, but my methods are rather archaic and traditional. My knowledge of technology as a tool in this respect is tragicly deplete. I am taking this course in able to change that and, thus, making myself better suited for my job."

Re: Class Discussion

[oatmanspatient.livejournal.com]

"I'm Martin Blank. I'm taking the course because I've had some experience in espionage, and I want to improve my skills and keep up with the latest technology. Also because I'm now a TA and you can't give me any lip."

Re: Class Discussion

[krycek-rat.livejournal.com]

"Krycek. I have some experience in espionage and I'm curious as to the latest developments as well as alternative methods."

Re: Class Discussion

[2-twin-devils-2.livejournal.com]

"My name is Hikaru Hitachiin," He bows his head slightly, "And I'm taking this class in order to expand my currently limited amount of knowledge on spying techniques." He nods confidently.

Re: Class Discussion

[bat-of-prey.livejournal.com]

"Barbara Gordon. My dad's the Police Commissioner of the Gotham City Police Department, and...well...Gotham's overrun with crazy insano villain-types. And the Batman. I figured...every little bit of spy and espionage knowledge helps if I'm going to live in a city as crazy as that."

Plus there's the fact that I'm Batgirl, and it's clear that Batman's not giving me any cool gadgets anytime soon since Robin became his officially annoying partner.

Re: Class Discussion

[http://users.livejournal.com/weissguy_/]

"Eric Weiss. I'm here because I decided ridiculously early in my life that I want to join the CIA."

Re: Class Discussion

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

"Jack Harkness, and I'm taking this class because anything that will give me an advantage in life is a good thing. Doubt I'm ever going to be involved in official espionage, but I suspect some of the things I'm going to learn will prove to be very useful."

Re: Class Discussion

[misshargrove.livejournal.com]

"I'm Annette Hargrove and I wanted to take this class because I am not quite sure what I want to do after high school. Espionage technology sounded very intriguing and I want to learn more about it."

Re: Class Discussion

[sound-loyalty.livejournal.com]

"Kabuto," he said without bothering to give his last name. "And I'd really rather not say." Kabuto smiled.

Re: Class Discussion

[imac-kenzie.livejournal.com]

"I'm Mac, and I like gadgets," she said simply. "So that's why I'm here."

Re: Class Discussion

[courier-gavin.livejournal.com]

"I'm Jake Gavin," said Jake. "And I'm taking this class because I like gadgets."

Re: Class Discussion

[surferboy-09er.livejournal.com]

"I'm Dick Casablancas." greeted Dick "I'm taking this class because it sounded cool and spy stuff is just all around awesome."

Re: Class Discussion

[dbiers.livejournal.com]

"My name is D'anna Biers, and I chose to take this course because I hope to apply what I learn here when I return home to work as a journalist." D stated.

Re: Class Discussion

[sensitivejim.livejournal.com]

"Jim Ellison. I'm taking this class because I'm a walking CSI lab and surveillance unit I'm interested in the subject and might want to prove my dad wrong when he says I'll end up on the wrong side of law enforcement."

Talk to Each Other

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

But very quietly, and try not to get caught passing notes.

Re: Talk to Each Other

[mparkerceo.livejournal.com]

Parker grinned at Jack, waved to Anders, and then stopped by Weiss's desk for a second. "Hey."

Talk to the TAs

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

Please wait for Blank and Santos to tag in below.

Re: Talk to the TAs

[nadiathesaint]

Nadia was there, and listening to M with an expression of mixed fear and admiration.

OOC

[mi6-m.livejournal.com]

For all your OOC-type stuff. Or sexy icons. Whichever.

Re: OOC

[nadiathesaint]

Sexy icons, you say?