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Show Political Science & Philosophy Political Science & Philosophy B. C. A student may receive Political Science Honors credit in any upper division Political Science course, including Directed Readings, Political Science 483 (for a maximum total of 4 hours.) Permission from the department chairperson should be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement shouldbe reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Program: Politcal Science Minor and Political Science Teaching Minor I. General Requirements: A. Political Science minors must achieve a GPA of 2.00 or better in minor courses. II. Specific Requirements: A. Minimum of 21 credit hours for Political Science departmental minor; 24 credit hours for Political Science Teaching minor. B. Political Science courses required: POLSI 110 (5), and either 111 (4) or 240 (5). C. Political Science courses to elect from (12 hours for departmental minor; 14 hours for Teaching minor): POLSI 206 (4), 292 (1-6), 333 (3), 340 (3), 344 (2), 360 (5), 363 (3), 370 (5), 375 (4), 381 (5), 382 (4), 383 (3), 389 (4), 402 (4), 403 (4), 410 (4), 412 (4), 414 (5), 421 (3), 422 (3), 423 (3), 424 (3), 427 (3), 442 (3), 445 (4), 448 (5), 473 (3), 476 (3), 483 (1-4), 491 (1-5), 492 (1-6). D. Support courses required: Teaching minors must take COMUN 102 (3) or its equivalent and EDUCA 450 (3). 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. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Latin American Studies Minor Program —The Department of Political Science and Philosophy participates in the Latin American Studies Minor Program. A student who wishes to participate should indicate his desire to do so with the departmental Latin American Studies representative who will help him work out a proper combination of courses to fit his particular needs. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Emphais in Urban and Regional Planning — This program provides a special emphasis in Urban and Regional Planning for majors in Botany, 306 Economics, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Political Science, Sociology, Zoology, and related fields. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Pre-Law —All education institutions which give law degrees recommend that law students obtain a broad, general backgound 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, 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. 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. POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES Composite I SSI 10. American National Government (5) Structure and function of the national government. SS 111. State and Local Government (4) Structure and function of state, county, and municipal governments. 206. Major Issues of American Public Policy (4) 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. SS240. Introduction to International Relations (5) Basic factors influencing international relations, such as nationalism, imperialism, and international trade, as well as international organization and law. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 333. American Political Thought (3) Historical examination of American thought with stress on its influences on the development of the American Government. 340. Foreign Policy of the United States (3) An analysis of the foreign policy process with reference to the role and influences on decision makers in the formation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy. 344. Model United Nations (2) A study of the Model United Nations as well as a study of a nation's position on issues before the annual session of the General Assembly of the United Nations. May be repeated for a total of six hours. 360. Political Parties and Politics (5) A study of the organization and function of the American political parties and an examination of campaigning techniques. 363. Public Opinion and Propaganda (3) 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. 370. Introduction to Public Administration (5) Presents basic theories, concepts, approaches, and analysis of current practices and problems in governmental administration. 375. Urban Government and Politics (4) A study of local government and organization with an emphasis on problems of the metropolitan areas. 307 ... 1 or hrtnlnnii i uviinuiuijy |
