Arts, Letters and Science — Political Science Arts, Letters and Science — Political Science hours of upper division credits selected in consultation with an adviser. Pre-Law—All educational institutions which give law degrees recommend that law students obtain a broad, general background before entering law school. Students are also encouraged to take courses which develop critical thinking as well as courses which teach them to communicate both orally and in writing. Courses in accounting, economics, English, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology contribute liberally toward this preparation. It is anticipated that students entering Weber who contemplate a law degree will be able to obtain an adequate three-year pre-law program. Most students may find it advisable to obtain a baccalaureate degree before entering law school. Asian Studies Minor Program—The Department of Political Science and Philosophy participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. A student who wishes to participate should indicate his desire to do so with the departmental Asian Studies representative who will help him work out a proper combination of courses to fit his particular needs. International Relations Club—This club, although academically supported by the Department, is open to all students of Weber State College. Its special purpose is to increase interest in and develop a better understanding of international affairs. COURSES OF INSTRUCTION 55110. American National Government—Structure and functions of the national government. A W S (5) 55111. State and Local Government—Structure and functions of state, county, and municipal governments. A W S (4) 206. Major Issues of American Public Policy—Public policies in selected areas, including control of monopolies, civil rights, social welfare, foreign policy. Influence of cultural, economic, political factors on determination of public policy. A W (4) SS240. Introduction to International Relations—Basic factors influencing international relations, such as nationalism, imperialism, and international trade, as well as international organization and law. A W S (5) 241. Contemporary Problems in International Politics—The study of current developments in international politics through the use of periodicals. W (2) 333. American Political Thought—Historical examination of American thought with stress on its influences on the development of the American government. W (3) 340. Foreign Policy of the United States—An analysis of the foreign policy process with specific reference to the role and influences on decision makers in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy. W (3) 341. Contemporary Problems in International Politics—The study of current developments in International Politics through the use of periodicals. (For juniors and seniors only.) W (2) 360. Political Parties and Politics—A study of the organization and function of the American political parties and an examination of campaigning techniques. A (5) 363. Public Opinion and Propaganda—Discusses the nature of public opinion and propaganda and their role in the political process. Assists the student in attempting to determine the effects of public opinion and pressure groups upon governmental policy decisions. W (3) 370. Principles of Public Administration—Principles and practices. W (5) 375. Metropolitan Government—A study of local government and organization with an emphasis on problems of the metropolitan areas. W (3) 381. Comparative Governments of Europe—A study of European political systems with special emphasis on the politics and governments of the United Kingdom, France and West Germany. A (4) 383. Government and Politics of the Soviet Union—An analysis of government and politics in the Soviet Union with emphasis on party-government relations and major approaches to the study of the Soviet Union. (Offered alternate years.) S (3) 384. Comparative Governments of South and Southeast Asia—A study of politics and governments of the major states in the area with particular reference to India, Pakistan, and Indonesia. (Offered alternate years.) W (3) 385. Comparative Governments of the Far East—A study of politics and governments of the major states in the area with particular reference to China and Japan.(Offered alternate years.) S (3) 174 175