POLITICAL SCIENCE G150 - Political Philosophy

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Golden West College

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Description:

(Formerly known as: Pol Sc 150) (Same as: Philosophy G150) This course introduces students to traditional philosophical issues concerning politics. Students will actively engage in an analysis of normative issues using historical insight as well as contemporary approaches. Among these issues are the nature of legitimate authority, political obligation, natural rights, equality and justice. The course emphasizes selections from the major works of such political philosophers as Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx and Mill. Lecture. Optional pass/no pass or grade. Transferable to CSU; UC.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.goldenwestcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(714) 892-7711

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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