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POLITICAL SCIENCE - PSCI

A u preceding a course number indicates that the course is part of the transfer module.

PSCI 104 American Government - The American Democracy
3 credits
The fundamental theories concerning democracy, including the relationship of government and constituents, are covered. Also included is particular emphasis on federalism, civil liberties, and equal rights.

uPSCI 105 American Government - Policy Making
3 credits
This course covers each of the three branches of the National Government of the United States and pays attention to the rise of the federal bureaucracy.

uPSCI 106 American Government - Political Parties
3 credits
Evolution and structure of political parties in the United States; the two-party system; election practices and problems.

PSCI 107 State Government
3 credits
Organization and operation of state governments, evolution of constitutions, elections, political parties, the three branches of government, and finances and taxation. Related program outcomes: 1) communicate the significance of facts, concepts, and ideas in spoken and written English which is clear, precise, and logical; 2) appraise the values and character of both Western and non-Western cultures; 3) demonstrate an academic proficiency comparable to students completing the second year of a baccalaureate degree program; 4) recognize the ways in which a scientific approach can be used to formulate an understanding of the observable world; 5) recognize and describe the interactions and institutions that characterize the individual and society.

PSCI 199 Seminar
1-9 credits
Discussion of particular problems related to chosen program and areas of special interest.

 

 
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