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Political Science Course Descriptions
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PLS 130 Basics
of American Politics |
3 credits |
Teaches basics of the operations of Congress, the presidency, and the federal court system. Includes civil liberties, citizenship, elections, political parties, and interest groups. Lecture 3 hours per week. |
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211-212 U.S. Government I-II |
3 credits each |
Teaches structure, operation, and process of national, state, and local governments. Includes in-depth study of the three branches of the government and of public policy. Lecture 3 hours per week. |
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241 International Relations I |
3 credits |
Teaches geographic, demographic, economic, ideological, and other factors conditioning the policies of countries and discusses conflicts and their adjustment. Lecture 3 hours per week. |
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242 International Relations II |
3 credits |
Teaches foreign policies of the major powers in the world community with an emphasis on the role of the United States in international politics. Lecture 3 hours per week. |
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