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3.00 Credits
Using case studies and comparative analysis, this course examines political institutions and processes worldwide. Historical, socioeconomic, and ideological factors are considered in the development of various political systems, their interactions and transformations. The role of regional and global institutions and social movements and their effect on the sovereignty of the nation-state will also be considered. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with IST 320. (Cr: 3)
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A comparative analysis of issues raised by the state's role in the production and distribution of music as well as the political and social uses and consequences of music including censorship, artistic freedom, ideological domination, economic development, and marketplace regulation. The focus will be on popular music forms such as rock, rap, reggae and country. Prerequisites & Notes One social science class. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
After the ideological wars of the 20th century, environmental issues today increasingly determine politics. From global warming to pollution to the militaristic competition over diminishing resources, ecology has critical implications for domestic and foreign policy alike. This course examines the interaction of politics and the environment on a local, national, and global scale. It will consider the environmental impact of specific policies and the response of state, non-state and intergovernmental actors. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examines environmental legislation, enforcement provisions, and criminal sanction for environmental violations. The social, political and historical context of the development of environmental laws, their enforcement and impact will also be included. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Junior class status or permission of the instructor. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
A multidisciplinary look at the geopolitical, socioeconomic and technical aspects of conventional terrorism as they relate to cyber security, cyber crime and cyber terrorism. The course will cover economic, political and religious motivations for terrorism, cyber terrorism, and cyber crime as well as countermeasures for protection against these forms of terror. Prerequisites & Notes CSC 101 or permission of instructor. Crosslisted with CSC 390. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
The history, theory, and defense of human rights from their articulation in the 1948 United Nations Universal Declaration to the present will be the focus of this course. In-depth case studies of human rights violations around the world will provide the basis for examining the legal and philosophical basis for human rights, as well as the function of both political and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in their implementation and defense. The practical aspects of the topic will be stressed through guest lectures, site visits, teleconferencing, and direct action/service learning. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes One social science course or permission of the instructor. Formerly POL 330. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Foundations for understanding human behavior. Study of the brain and nervous system, sensation and perception, motivation, learning, maturation and development, personality theory, abnormal behavior, psychotherapy, and social psychology. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
A basis for understanding physiological, behavioral, and psychological development from conception to senescence. Examination of theory and research pertaining to personality and social, cognitive, sexual, moral, and physical development. Cannot be taken by students who have taken PSY 200 or PSY 203. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
A basis for understanding behavioral and psychological development of the child from conception through adolescence. Examines theory and research pertaining to personality and social and cognitive development. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes PSY 100 or permission of the instructor. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Focus on the various biological, psychological and sociological changes associated with the aging process within the framework of the developmental tasks of early adulthood through the middle and later years of life. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes PSY 100. (Cr: 3)
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