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POLS (Political Science)
POLS 1000 - Introduction to Government and Politics - 3 Credits
An introduction to the field of political science, covering each area of the discipline, including comparative government and political systems, political economy, political ideology, international and global politics and methods of political analysis. Recommended as a first course for those pursuing further study in political science. Also recommended as an only course for those not taking other political science courses. Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 1010 - American National Government - 3 Credits
A study of the American political system at the national level. Covers the structure of the U.S. government and its powers and limitations, the governing and electoral processes and the roles of the people, the media, special interests and political parties. Areas of federal concern such as economic and foreign policy and national security are covered. Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 1030 (formerly POLS 2030) - State and Local Government - 3 Credits
A study of politics and government at the state and local level, including governmental structures, powers and limitations and governing and electoral processes. Areas of state and local concern such as urban and regional planning, most of the legal system and everyday matters ranging from public works to education, are covered. Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 2010 (formerly POLS 1210) - International Relations - 3 Credits
A study of international and global politics. Includes diplomatic history, theoretical approaches, global political economy, international law and organization issues of war, peace and political stability. (Recommend POLS 1000 or 1010 or HIST 1020, prior to taking this course.) Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 2040 - American Political Parties and Politics - 3 Credits
A study of political parties, politics and elections in the U.S. Covers the political history of elections, voting patterns and party alignments, as well as the roles of special interests and the media in the electoral process. (Recommend POLS 1000 or 1010 or HIST 1210 or 1220 prior to taking this course.) Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 2110 (formerly POLS 1110) - Modern Political Ideologies - 3 Credits
A study of modern and contemporary political ideologies in terms of their development and applications. This course involves the intensive reading and interpretation of original works. (Recommend POLS 1000 or 1010 OR HIST 1020 prior to this course.) Lecture: 3 hours
POLS 2900 (formerly POLS 1910/1920) - Independent Study - 3 Credits
Independent study projects in political science for students who have attained a sufficient level of proficiency in the field. To be arranged with and at the discretion of the instructor.
