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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to government and politics in the United States through an examination of the structures and processes that affect how public policies are made and what impacts they have. Offered annually. Offered every term. (WIC)
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3.00 Credits
This course serves as an introduction to the subfield of comparative politics. The course surveys a number of basic topics and themes central to the study of comparative political systems. Topics to be examined include: political culture and socialization, participation in politics, governmental structures, decision-making, economic and social policies, and evaluation of performance. These topics will be explored in selected countries from Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and North America. Offered every term.
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3.00 Credits
This course serves as an introduction to the history and theory of international relations. The course will provide an overview of the major substantive and theoretical issues of the field. Topics which are covered include origins of the nation-state, national power, war, arms races and arms control, imperialism and dependency, international law and international organizations. Offered every term.
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3.00 Credits
Study of state and local government through a consideration of public policy issues, policy making processes and structural attributes of the various subnational political systems of the United States. An introduction to public administration is an important part of the course. (WIC)
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3.00 Credits
Study of contemporary public policy problems in the United States. Students will develop descriptive, analytic and advocacy skills while studying public policy issues concerning such matters as the environment, social welfare, health, education, business regulation, economic development, communication, transportation and housing. (WIC)
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3.00 Credits
A course devoted to an examination of the conduct of systematic research in political science and public policy. A broad range of topics will be considered, including such subjects as research design, identification and use of data bases, as well as the collection, description and analysis of data. Review of some of the typical approaches and theories used in the study of politics. Offered every spring. (P: six credit hours in POSC; MATH 211 is recommended.)
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3.00 Credits
Political parties and interest groups as organizations devoted to the control of, and influence upon, the actions of governments. Focus will be upon the American experience. Topics include such matters as (1) the influence of business, labor, environmental and other groups on policy making; (2) the roles of parties in policy-making processes as well as in elections; and (3) the place of parties and groups in theories of democracy. (P: POSC 116 or consent of instructor)
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3.00 Credits
A study of elections as a central feature of the American political landscape. Presidential and congressional elections are the framework for examination of such topics as campaign tactics and strategies, public opinion and voter decision-making, party and interest group roles in elections, roles of the media, especially television, the electoral process and theories of elections. Students will have the opportunity to participate in an election campaign as part of the course experience. Offered fall of even-numbered years.
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3.00 Credits
Study of law and legal systems in the context of the liberal arts. Focus of the course is primarily on the United States. While considering the nature and functions of law in society, attention will be given to actors in the legal system including lawyers, judges, police and juries.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
A course designed to permit advanced students in political science to conduct a research and/or reading program in an area of their interest that does not duplicate other departmental offerings. (P: Junior standing, major GPA of 2.5 or better and consent of instructor.)
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