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3.00 Credits
This course develops an economic perspective on one of the most important and challenging issues facing global society--the allocation, use and preservation of natural resources. The course presents and discusses the methodology economists use to inform natural resource managers and policy makers. Economic thought and analysis are used to evaluate a variety of issues in this area. The course concludes with a brief discussion of the interdisciplinary aspects of natural resource management. Part of the economics concentration and minor; the environmental studies minor; and may also be taken as an elective. Prerequisite: 0511-211 Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
This course begins by introducing students to economics research methodologies and their constituent elements. Such elements include reviewing peerreviewed research literature, developing economic models, using economics research questions, deriving testable hypotheses, cultivating empirical evidence appropriate for testing the hypotheses, and writing the argument and results within the economics research paradigm. Students will present their research-in-progress during the seminar and will conclude the course by submitting a final paper. This course is open to honors students with economics minors or concentrations and selected economic majors. (0511-211 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered annually)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the basic principles, themes and institutions of American politics. We will approach the study of American politics from four interrelated topics: 1) American political values and constitutional foundations; 2) mass politics and political socialization; 3) political institutions; and 4) public policy. Current events will be discussed throughout the course in an effort to promote responsible citizenship. In addition to providing a basic overview of American politics, this course seeks to develop critical thinking, group dynamic and communication skills that are transferable outside the classroom. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered quarterly)
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4.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to provide basic knowledge of the field of international relations. Among the topics to be addressed are key theoretical concepts, themes and controversies in the field such as: important state and non-state actors in international politics, security, economic relations between states, levels of analysis, and schools of thought. Required course for international studies majors. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered quarterly)
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4.00 Credits
This course explores how political ideas and theories have shaped political practice, for good or bad. In particular, the course will concentrate on the most influential political ideologies that have shaped and influenced world politics. Topics to be considered include: democracy and modern liberalism, American liberalism, socialism and communism, fascism, liberation ideologies and the politics of identity Islamism and Zionism. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
This course explores the founding principles of the American political order and their contemporary relevance. In addition, the course will examine the extent to which the three political institutions of American government (legislature, executive and judiciary) have either adhered to or departed from the founding principles. Emphasis will be placed upon reading and analyzing primary sources from the founding era and some of the more influential perspectives on American government drawn from the Civil War period to the 20th century. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
This course will examine the American national security policy by analysis of the evolution of the American defense strategy and policy. Topics include methods for managing conflict, international terrorism, alliances and regional security, an analysis of arms control and the threat of war, and the formulation of American defense policy and strategy, air force doctrine, and civilian control of the military. (Requires approval of the Aerospace Studies Department-Air Force ROTC) Strictly for ROTC students. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered annually)
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4.00 Credits
This course will examine the sociology aspects of officer ship and the military criminal justice system. Topics of interest focus on the military as a profession, officer ship, air force core values, and a comparison of the military/civilian justice system. (Requires approval of the Aerospace Studies Department-Air Force ROTC) Strictly for ROTC students. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered annually)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the following aspects of Peoples' Republic of China: Confucianism as traditional state ideology, political history of modern China, communist party, formal governmental structures, informal governmental structures, economic modernization, political economy, and foreign policies. Part of the international relations concentration and minor; the Chinese language/ culture concentration and minors; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. Part of the international studies East Asian track. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
An examination of Russian domestic and international politics, with particular emphasis on the "Big Bear's" regional power status in the areas of thformer Soviet Union. Political, economic, social and military influences on the development of surrounding countries will also be explored. Topics include democratization, organized crime, civil war, ethic diaspora populations, and the struggle to establish capable states. Part of the international relations concentration and minor; the Russian language/culture concentration and minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. Part of the international studies European track. (0513 211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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