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PESS 328 - Techniques of Coaching Volleyball
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Theory and practice of teaching and coaching volleyball. Grade only.
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PESS 402 - Organization and Administration of Sport
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Plans of organization, administration, policies, budget, finance, legal aspects, staff, physical plant, publicity, public relations, time schedules, student leaders and programs. Grade only.
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PESS 412 - Independent Study in Physical Education or Coaching
(1-3 credits)
Opportunity to work independently. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, preparation of proposed outline and major advisor’s permission. Grade only.
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PESS 417 - Special Topics in Physical Education or Sport
(1-3 credits)
Typically offered on a workshop basis. Subject matter determined by department. Grade or P/NC. Repeatable as topics change.
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PESS 447 - Assessment & Program Evaluation in Adapted Physical Education
(3 credits)
This course addresses test instruments for assessing the gross motor development, motor skill performance, and physical activity/fitness of persons with disabilities. Students will learn how to select and administer assessment instruments and how to use the results of assessments to deliver DAPE services. From data collection, students will learn to make eligibility decisions, develop physical education components of individualized education programs (IEPs) as the basis for instructional programs, monitor education progress, and make appropriate education decisions based on objective data. Teaching practicum required. Prerequisites: PESS 195 - Foundations of Physical Education & PESS 237 - Introduction to Adapted Physical Education . Grade only. Offered fall semester.
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PESS 457 - Teaching Methods of Adapted Physical Education
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This course focuses on evidence-based adapted physical education teaching strategies and service delivery models in PK-12 settings. Instructional programming and best practices of early childhood, elementary, middle/secondary, and transitional programs for students with disabilities in adapted physical education are covered. Emphasis is on collaboration among professional service providers such as special educators, regular physical educators, and related service personnel (e.g. occupational, physical, and recreational therapists), as well as allied health and other community agency staff. School site visits and practical teaching are included, along with guest presentations on related disciplines and programs. Students are required to participate in approximately 25 clinical education hours for the semester. Prerequisites: PESS 195 - Foundations of Physical Education & PESS 237 - Introduction to Adapted Physical Education . Grade only. Offered spring semester.
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PHYS 099 - The Career Physicist
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This course will serve as an introduction and preparation to the fields of study and careers in physics. Students will also be required to attend the occasional physics seminars. Must be passed four times: twice during their first year (once in fall and once in spring) and twice during their junior year (once in fall and once in spring). P/NC only. Repeatable.
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PHYS 115 - Conceptual Physics
(4 credits)
Many demonstrations, everyday applications, and hands-on interactive simulations are used to make physics understandable to the general education student. Non-mathematical approach. Lab. Not open to students with credits in higher numbered, non-aviation physics courses. Meets GOAL 3. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 140 - Energy
(3 credits)
This course focuses on energy needs, trends, and long-term prospects and resource supplies. The physics of energy, atoms, nuclei, thermal energy, solar energy, alternative energies, and consequences of energy production are discussed. The present governmental energy policy will be discussed along with proposed changes to the policies. Meets GOAL 3 and GOAL 10. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 141 - Physics for Modern Society
(3 credits)
This course focuses on the current physics and technology that shape our world today so that classroom participants can make informed economic, social, and political decisions in areas such as energy, terrorism, climate change, technology, and other relevant topics. Even if you are not a future president, this course is still for you. Meets GOAL 3 and GOAL 10. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 150 - Engineering for the Modern World
(3 credits)
A lecture-lab course that introduces students to some of the tools and thought processes of engineering design. Students will work through three engineering design cycles. Class time will be a mixture of lecture, discussion, and lab work. Theoretical topics include: engineering design, constraints, resources, economics, ethical and social considerations, reverse engineering, and continuous improvement cycles. Practical topics include: computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing and laser cutting, introductory programming, and basic electric circuits. Meets GOAL 9. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually (usually fall semester).
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PHYS 160 - The Science of Music
(4 credits)
This is a lecture and laboratory course about sound and acoustics, relating music and physics and other associated topics, including environmental noise, room acoustics, and digital audio recording and editing. Meets GOAL 3. Grade only. Offered annually.
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PHYS 180 - Investigative Science I: Physical Science
(4 credits)
An integrated Physical Science experience through inquiry-based, hands-on exploration of Physics and Chemistry content. Emphasis on science education principles and connections to state and national science education standards. Lecture and laboratory combined. Field trips required. Meets GOAL 3. Grade only. Offered when demand warrants. Note: Students can enroll in either BIOL 180, CHEM 180, GEOS 180 or PHYS 180, but they cannot earn credit for more than one course.
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PHYS 185 - Investigative Science II: Earth & Life Science
(4 credits)
An integrated Earth and Life Science experience through inquiry-based, hands-on exploration of Earth, Space and Life Science content. Emphasis on science education principles and connections to state and national science education standards. Lecture and laboratory combined. Field trip required. Meets GOAL 3 (fall and spring only). Prerequisite: BIOL 180 - Investigative Science I: Physical Science , CHEM 180 , GEOS 180 , or PHYS 180 . Grade only. Offered when demand warrants. Note: Students can enroll in either BIOL 185, CHEM 185, GEOS 185 or PHYS 185, but they cannot earn credit for more than one course.
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PHYS 201 - General Physics I
(4 credits)
An algebra-based course covering the principles of mechanics, waves, sound, and fluids for those contemplating the study of biology, medicine, etc. or seeking a general education course in the physical sciences. Meets GOAL 3. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 120 - Precalculus . Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 202 - General Physics II
(4 credits)
A continuation of PHYS 201. Principles of thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. Lecture and laboratory. Meets GOAL 3. Prerequisite: PHYS 201 - General Physics I . Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 221 - University Physics I
(4 credits)
A calculus-based course covering mechanics, which aims to meet the specific requirements of students who expect to major in physics, mathematics, chemistry, or engineering. Lecture and laboratory. Meets GOAL 3. Prerequisite: MATH 212 - Calculus I . Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 223 - University Physics III
(4 credits)
A continuation of PHYS 222, covering waves, sound, light, relativity, nuclear physics, and special topics in modern physics. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 222 - University Physics II . Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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PHYS 232 - University Physics IIB
(1 credit)
A calculus-based course covering wave interference and diffraction, thermodynamics, relativity, and special topics in modern physics. Pre/corequisite: PHYS 222 - University Physics II . Grade only. Offered annually.
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PHYS 311 - 5-12 Science Teaching Methods
(4 credits)
The application of current research trends and modern technology in science education are used to prepare teacher candidates for the teaching of secondary & middle school science content and process. Prerequisites: acceptance in Education Department, two years of coursework in a science or education major, and PHYS 201 - General Physics I , PHYS 221 - University Physics I , or PHYS 115 - Conceptual Physics . This course is a prerequisite to student teaching. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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PHYS 312 - Practical Considerations of Teaching Science
(2 credits)
An opportunity for the qualified teaching candidate to obtain practical knowledge about and experience in teaching science content. Objectives include 1) program planning and evaluation, 2) evaluating current curriculum materials to determine their alignment with local, state, and national science standards, 3) modifying existing lessons and curriculum materials to align with those standards, 4) developing assessments that evaluate the learning of science concepts and methods of scientific inquiry, and 5) using research in science education to justify and defend a proposed instructional model or curriculum. Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education program, G.P.A. of 2.75 or higher, and permission of instructor. Credits may not be applied toward “electives” category of other programs in chemistry. Grade only.
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PHYS 320 - Computational Physics
(2 credits)
A laptop course in computational physics. Numerical methods for integration and differential equations. Symbolic manipulation. Graphics animations, 3-D plots, density plots, three-body problem, potentials and fields, chaos, and quantum mechanics. Prerequisite: PHYS 222 - University Physics II . Grade only. Offered annually.
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PHYS 329 - Electrical Circuits and Measurements II
(4 credits)
A continuation of PHYS 328, covering magnetically coupled circuits, complex frequency approach, and the application of Laplace and Fourier transform techniques. Introduces computer analysis and design of linear circuits. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 328 - Electrical Circuits and Measurements I . Grade or P/NC. Offered when demand warrants.
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PHYS 332 - Digital Circuits
(3 credits)
A lecture/lab course introducing students to digital circuits. Students in the course make use of field programmable gate array (FPGA) hardware to solve design problems related to the course. Topics include: sequential digital logic (states, gates, Karnaugh maps, reduction); applications of sequential logic (Multiplexors, adders, etc); memory (latches, counters, registers); finite state machines; implementation of these ideas via Verilog or VHDL hardware description languages; and deployment of these designs to hardware. Prerequisite: PHYS 202 - General Physics II , PHYS 222 - University Physics II , or CS 250 - Algorithms and Problem-Solving II . Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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PHYS 333 - Microprocessor Electronics
(3 credits)
A lecture/lab course introducing students to microcontroller electronics. Students in the course make use of microcontrollers and/or single-board computers to solve design problems related to interfacing, control, and data acquisition. Topics include: Microcontroller structure, programming, digital I/O, analog to digital conversion, and interrupts. Grading method includes quizzes, homework, labs, and a final project. Prerequisite: PHYS 332 - Digital Circuits or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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PHYS 399 - Internship
(1-8 credits)
Supervised industrial, business, or government experience designed by the WSU physics advisor, the work supervisor, and the student. Open only to junior or senior physics major or minor. Prerequisite: Department approval. P/NC only. Offered when demand warrants.
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PHYS 400 - Seminars
(1-4 credits)
This course consists of one or more seminars offered from time to time on a variety of topics in physics. Prerequisite: instructor permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered when demand warrants. Repeatable as topics change.
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PHYS 425 - The Physics of Semiconductors
(3 credits)
A study of the physics of semiconductors, pn junctions and transistors; fabrication of semiconductor devices including integrated circuits; and the electrical characteristics and behavior of these devices. Prerequisite: △ PHYS 340 - Modern Physics . Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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PHYS 441 - Mathematical Methods in Physics II
(3 credits)
Eigenvalue problems, Sturm-Liouville theory, Matrix theory, numerical techniques, special functions, and Laplace and Fourier transforms. Prerequisite: PHYS 440 - Mathematical Methods in Physics I . Grade or P/NC. Offered when demand warrants.
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◎ PHYS 455 - Engineering Design Project
(1-4 credits)
Identify, formulate, and solve an engineering problem to involve designing and building a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability. Prerequisite: instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered each semester. Note: Course can be taken over multiple semesters.
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◎ PHYS 460 - Undergraduate Research
(1-4 credits)
An opportunity for an advanced physics student to work with a faculty member on an independent research project. A written report and oral presentation are required on results of the research. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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PHYS 490 - Individual Problems in Physics
(1-3 credits)
An opportunity for the qualified advanced undergraduate to work independently. Topics may include research, development of special skills, selected readings, etc. Prerequisite: physics advisor permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered by arrangement as demand warrants. Repeatable up to 3 credits.
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POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics
(3 credits)
A study of the purposes of American government, civil rights, the federal system, the powers and functions of the three branches of government, political parties and interest groups, and contemporary problems. Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 9. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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POLS 130 - Introduction to International Relations
(3 credits)
A general introduction to the major concepts and theories employed to analyze world affairs, and to the behavior of major actors involved - states, international organizations, and multinational corporations. Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 8. Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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POLS 135 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
(3 credits)
Comparative study of different political systems with an emphasis on the frameworks used to compare them, and the concepts used to analyze and describe politics in different countries. Also includes case studies. Meets GOAL 9. Grade only. Offered each semester.
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POLS 150 - Introduction to Political Theory
(3 credits)
This course is an introduction to the study, reading, and analysis of political texts, designed for students who do not have much familiarity with politics or theory, but are interested in investigating enduring questions of political thought, such as: What is freedom? What is the relationship between politics and conflict? What does it mean to be a member of a polity? What is justice? Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 6 (Humanities). Grade only. Offered annually.
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POLS 177 - Human Nature, Politics and Violence
(3 credits)
A study of the modern and enduring questions about violence: its origins, causes, and cures. This course explores violence from a political science and an interdisciplinary perspective. Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 6 (Humanities). Grade or P/NC. Offered each semester.
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POLS 199 - First-Year Seminar
(1-3 credits)
An open discussion of some political topics of current interest. Discussion centers around causes and possible remedies of some of the maladies of modern society. Different alternatives are discussed with an eye toward acquiring a better understanding of the problems. Grade or P/NC. Repeatable up to 3 credits.
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POLS 205 - The United Nations in World Affairs
(3 credits)
This course deals with the goals, structure, and functions of the United Nations and the way it deals with international issues of war, peace, and development. Meets GOAL 8. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 218 - Community Service
(3 credits)
Democratic theory calls for participation of citizens not only in decision-making but also in community affairs. Students will be offered the opportunity to be involved in their community by volunteering their services and time to not-for-profit organizations as a community service. Such participation would foster community asset building and be beneficial to both the student volunteer and the community at large. Meets GOAL 9. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 220 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
(3 credits)
A survey of current controversies regarding civil rights and civil liberties, such as the right to privacy, freedom of speech, affirmative action, sexual harassment, gay rights, etc. Meets GOAL 9. Recommended prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 221 - State and Local Government
(3 credits)
An examination of the structure and policies of state and local governments in the U.S. and the relationships among national, state, and local governments in the areas of education, welfare, criminal justice, economic development, and environmental protection. Meets GOAL 5. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 224 - Politics & Society in Latin American
(3 credits)
A study of the impact of factors such as religion, wealth, natural resources, modern ideologies, and nationalism on the lives of individuals, groups, and countries of Latin America and their politics. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 225 - Ethnic Conflict and Nationalism
(3 credits)
Since the end of the Cold War, there has been an increase in nationalism and ethnic conflict throughout the world. This course analyzes this increasingly important international phenomenon, focusing on the causes and the characteristics of nationalism, the international consequences of what might appear to be national problems, and the prospects of conflict resolution and political reform in areas suffering from these problems. Meets GOAL 8. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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POLS 227 - Judicial Process & Politics
(3 credits)
This course provides an overview of the American legal process from a political perspective, covering basic court structure, legal actors, criminal and civil procedures, judicial impact, and comparative court systems. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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POLS 228 - Public Service
(3 credits)
The theory and practice of public service and administration. The emphasis is on political processes as they affect administrative policy and problem solving in public and non-profit organizations. Meets GOAL 5 and GOAL 9. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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POLS 240 - Global Environmental Problems and Policy
(3 credits)
An examination of environmental problems and controversies distinguished by their international or global magnitude. Students will explore a range of global environmental challenges, such as population pressure, sustainable development, pollution, species loss, climate change, war, and associated governmental and non-governmental systems to address these challenges. Special emphasis is placed on the evaluation of current and prospective policies for managing global environmental problems. Meets GOAL 8 and GOAL 10. Grade only. Offered annually.
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POLS 260 - Classical Political Thought
(3 credits)
What is politics? This course looks at Greek and Christian thinkers who first considered this question, from Sophocles to Plato to St. Augustine. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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◆ POLS 280 - Introduction to Political Analysis
(3 credits)
An introduction to political research. Topics include approaches and methods used in political research, framing research questions, developing and testing hypotheses, evaluating research, defining concepts, measuring variables, making observations, analyzing data, and presenting research findings. It is recommended that students complete this course before enrolling in 300- or 400-level courses. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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POLS 315 - American Political Thought
(3 credits)
An examination of the role of ideas in shaping American politics. Covering major political movements in the U.S. including revolutionary thought, constitutionalism, populism, pragmatism, socialism, conservatism, communitarianism, and feminism. Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 320 - Constitutional Law
(3 credits)
Judicial function in constitutional cases; division of powers between the nation and the states, and within the national government; powers of the President, limitations on the powers of government, separation of powers; protection of individual rights. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC.
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△ POLS 321 - American Presidency
(3 credits)
A study of the institution of the presidency, the gradual growth of formal and informal tools of presidential power, the influence that different presidents have brought to the office, the significance of presidential style and character, recruitment patterns for the presidency, and various suggestions to reform the institution. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC.
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△ POLS 322 - Political Parties, Interest Groups, & Movements
(3 credits)
Development, characteristics, organization, and politics of the major American political parties. Includes an examination of the nominating process, party campaigns and finances, elections, voting behavior, and the role and techniques of interest groups. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC.
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△ POLS 325 - History of Political Thought
(3 credits)
An examination of the history of political theory in Western civilization. This course will study the political ideas of various major thinkers from the classical and modern periods. Focus will be on Plato, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau. Prerequisite: ENG 111 - College Reading and Writing or ENG 112 - Research Writing . Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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△ POLS 330 - Race & American Politics
(3 credits)
A study of the impact, effects, and consequences of race and racism in American politics. Emphasis is placed on the political consequences of race and racism within American politics. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 332 - European Political Systems
(3 credits)
A comparative study of the ideological, social, economic, and institutional developments of European (East and West) domestic politics and the European Union. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of developments between the domestic and supranational levels of governance. Meets GOAL 9. Prerequisite: POLS 135 - Introduction to Comparative Politics or instructor permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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△ POLS 333 - Media and Politics
(3 credits)
An examination of the role, process and power of the mass media in American politics. Includes an examination of media impact and effects at the individual, group, institutional, and cultural levels in American politics. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 335 - Politics in Latin America
(3 credits)
A comparative study of the political development of South American, Central American, and Caribbean countries. Emphasis is placed on cultural, institutional, and economic factors of their development. Prerequisite: POLS 135 - Introduction to Comparative Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 337 - Asian Political Systems
(3 credits)
A comparative study of the political systems in Asia with an emphasis on the structure of governments, the extent of their effectiveness and the role of non-governmental actors: army; political parties; economic, social, and cultural groups in politics. Variable focus on either the major powers, such as China, Japan, and India, or the Asia Pacific countries and the factors responsible for their economic dynamism. Prerequisite: POLS 135 - Introduction to Comparative Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 340 - Environmental Policy
(3 credits)
A seminar in environmental policy analysis. Students examine and assess a variety of global, national, local, and inter-governmental environmental problems and governmental efforts in response to these problems. Special emphasis is placed on air and water pollution, erosion, toxic wastes, species loss, and population growth. Meets GOAL 10. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 341 - Health Care Politics & Policy
(3 credits)
An analysis of the politics of health care. Special emphasis is placed on the formulation of health care policy and policy reform in the United States; however, health care systems of other industrialized nations and developing nations are also examined. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 342 - International Political Economy
(3 credits)
An introduction to the relationship between international politics and international economics and the theories of international political economy. The topics include the following: the politics of international trade, investment, and foreign aid; the consequences of the multi-national corporations on international relations and their political role; economic foreign policy-making and its implications for national and international politics. Prerequisite: POLS 130 - Introduction to International Relations or instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 343 - Human Rights in Theory and Practice
(3 credits)
Human rights are those rights possessed by individuals by virtue of being human. They are distinct from civil rights, which are guaranteed by civil societies. This course seeks to identify the basic human rights of individuals as human beings, the evolution of these rights, the philosophical foundations of those rights, and the legal remedies available to victims of violations. The course discusses the roles of national and international communities in protecting human rights including the establishment of a permanent criminal court to prosecute human rights violations. Meets GOAL 9. Grade or P/NC.
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◎ POLS 346 - International Law
(3 credits)
The nature and sources of international law; jurisdiction of states over persons and territory; recognition of states and governments; law of the sea; principle of state responsibility; law of treaties; and transnational legal problems. Prerequisite: POLS 130 - Introduction to International Relations or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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△ POLS 347 - International Organizations
(3 credits)
An analysis of the background organization, aims, activities, and accomplishments of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. A consideration of the factors affecting the success or failure of world organizations. Prerequisite: POLS 130 - Introduction to International Relations or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 358 - Contemporary Political Thought
(3 credits)
This is the third part of a three-part survey course on “The History of Political Thought” series offered in the department. This course studies major contemporary thinkers in the canon, such as Nietzsche, Foucault, Arendt, Camus, and Rawls. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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◎ POLS 360 - American Congress
(3 credits)
An examination of the role of Congress in shaping policy and representing constituents. Topics include the organization of Congress, Congressional leadership, voting coalitions, and proposals for reform. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 390 - Comparing Politics in Developing Countries
(3 credits)
A comparative study of the political ideological, social, and economic development in selected Third World countries. Countries covered may vary each time the course is offered but will include examples from the African, Asian, and Latin American continents. Meets GOAL 8. Prerequisite: POLS 135 - Introduction to Comparative Politics or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC.
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POLS 399 - Special Topics in Political Science
(1-3 credits)
The subject matter is arranged by the instructor before the course is offered. Grade or P/NC. Offered at department discretion. Repeatable as topics change.
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POLS 401 - Independent Readings in Political Science
(1-3 credits)
Readings in an area of political science of particular interest to the student. Credit arranged. Grade or P/NC.
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◆ POLS 410 - Political Research Seminar
(3 credits)
Capstone experience that allows students to do original primary research using the various primary research tools and approaches used in the study of practical phenomena and processes. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving and critical thinking. Students have a capstone experience in which they apply knowledge gained in this and other courses to an original research problem. Survey research techniques are studied, and a practical survey project is undertaken. Prerequisite: ◆ POLS 280 - Introduction to Political Analysis . Grade or P/NC. Offered annually.
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POLS 416 - Internship Program
(1-12 credits)
Provides practical experience in local, state, and national government and public administration (limited enrollment). Credit arranged. (Cannot apply toward a graduate degree. Only 3 credits count toward major.) P/NC only.
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POLS 422 - American Foreign Policy
(3 credits)
A study of contemporary United States foreign policy. The course includes an analysis of threats and issues originating from the external world and facing America, and the suitable American response, responsibilities, and commitments. Prerequisite: POLS 130 - Introduction to International Relations or instructor’s permission. Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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△ POLS 425 - Policy Studies
(3 credits)
An introduction to the evaluation of public policy in the United States. Students assess the process and substance of policy on various topics such as pollution, poverty, crime, illness, and violence. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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POLS 429 - Policy Reform
(3 credits)
Strategies and problems of making, implementing, and changing public policy. Discussion addresses policy stakeholders as they are involved in developing and reforming public policy. Prerequisite: POLS 120 - Introduction to American Politics . Grade or P/NC. Offered alternate years.
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