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POL-110 Intro Political Science, 3 cr.
A general introductory course in the fundamental concepts,
institutions, principles and procedures of political science.
Background in classical political theory through exposure to
ideas of past political philosophers (such as Aristotle,
Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Marx and others). Studies
comparative systems through consideration of governments of
Great Britain, France and Canada.
(Formerly SS-103A)
POL-111 American National Government, 3
cr.
Review of basic fundamentals of government including federalism,
the political process, the presidency, the congress and the
judicial system.
(Formerly POL-111)
POL-112 American State & Local
Government, 3 cr.
Course examines the principles and practices of American state
and local government as well as applications and case studies in
each area.
(Formerly SS-153A)
POL-121 International Relations, 3 cr.
Study of elements of national power and the formulation of
foreign policy. Examination of national, state and
international politics from 1871 to the present, including
international organization, law and future prospects.
(Formerly SS-246A)
POL-125 Comparative Politics &
Government, 3 cr.
Survey of the methods, ideologies and main ideas in the field of
comparative politics. Introduction to comparative research.
Study and comparison of governments and institutions across
nation-states.
(Formerly SS-250A)
POL-135 World Politics, 3 cr.
The study of international politics and the interaction between
state and non-state actions, with emphasis on those elements
underlying the international political system.
(FormerlySS-253A)
POL-201 The United States Constitution,
3 cr.
This course focuses on the historical evolution of the United
States Constitution with emphasis on its antecedents,
interpretation and change. Topics include a study of the
Constitution's historical background and its basic features, a
study of the seven articles, the twenty-six amendments and
examination of current topics.
POL-213 Critical Thinking for
Contemporary Society, 3 cr.
Through study of the process of thinking and the response to
current affairs, consider many of the personal, economic and
social issues affecting personal and civic responsibility in
today's global environment.
(Formerly SS-216A) |
