Political Science Political Science General Information combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) ASIAN STUDIES MINOR PROGRAM The Department of Political Science and Philosophy participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll should indicate their desire to do so with the departmental representative who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES MINOR PROGRAM The Department of Political Science participates in the Latin American Studies Program. A student who wishes to enroll should meet with the Latin American Studies Coordinator who will help the student work out a proper combination of courses to fit her/his particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) EMPHASIS IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING This program provides a special emphasis in Urban and Regional Planning for majors in Botany, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Political Science, Sociology, Zoology, and related fields. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES-POLSCI SS/SB 110. American National Government (5) A study of American political institutions, interests, ideals, and the processes through which policies are formulated and implemented. 111. State Politics (4) Introduction to governmental organization, operation, and policy making of state, county, and municipal governments. SS220. Introduction to Political Theory (5) An introduction to the enduring questions of politics through an examination of the theories of great political writers. Included will be a survey of the ideas of the ancient Greeks, the contract theorists as well as other important thinkers and popular ideologies of today. SS240. Introduction to International Politics (5) Examines international relations by juxtaposing the traditional nation-state model (nationalism, sovereignty, realism, BOP) with the newer model of "complex interdependence" (mutual vulnerability to economic interdependence, nuclear war and environmental dangers). SS280. Introduction to Comparative Politics (5) An introductory survey course that seeks to cover political institutions in the nations of the contemporary world; to compare and contrast political institutions in the free world, in the communist world, in the nations of the developing world, and in the authoritarian systems. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 329. Introduction to Political Science Research (3) An introduction to major sources of information theories and research methods of political science. 333. American Political Thought (5) Historical examination of American thought with stress on its influences on the development of the American Government. 340. Foreign Policy of the United States (4) An analysis of the making of American foreign policy with reference to the role and influences of beliefs, interests, public opinion, media and especially the institutional struggle between President & Congress. The challenges facing contemporary U.S. foreign policy will also be examined. 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 four 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) Explores the nature of public opinion and propaganda and their role in the political process. Assists the student in determining the effects of public opinion and interest 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 organization and policy problems, with an emphasis on problems of, and prospects for, the metropolitan areas. 381. Comparative Governments of Europe (5) A study of European political systems with special emphasis on the politics and governments of the United Kingdom, France, and West Germany. 382. Major Governments of Asia (4) A study of politics and governments of the major states in the area with particular reference to India, Japan, and China 383. Government and Politics of the Soviet Union (3) 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. 389. Politics and Governments of Developing Nations (4) A survey of the political patterns of human beings in the process of modernization by studying the role of colonialism, charismatic leader, political parties, ideologies, military, civil service, and social and economic structures, and the impact of development on stability and integration of nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. 390. Practical Politics (U.I.A.) (2) Examination of mechanics, dynamics, and strategies of political persuasion in preparation for the Utah Intercollegiate Assembly. Also includes participation in the assembly and in lobbying efforts on behalf of student issues. Primarily for ASWSC officers and others concerned with student issues. May be repeated for a total of six hours. A maximum of 4 credits will be counted toward a political science major or 2 credits towards a political science minor. 402. American Constitutional Law I: Governmental Powers (4) The Supreme Court as a constitutional policy maker, federal jurisdiction constitutional principles concerning judicial review, federalism, implied powers and separation of powers. 403. American Constitutional Law II: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights (4) Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, privacy, procedural justice, equal protection, and other issues in and around the Bill of Rights. 406. Elements of Law (5) A study of law and the legal system including the way courts are organized and operate, the nature and development of our legal system, major philosophies of law, legal decision-making, and an introduction to the study of law. 407. Sex Roles and the Law (4) An examination of the ways law affects men and women differently and the way law is changing to reflect economic and political change. 412. Legislative Process (4) A study of legislative structure behavior and processes with application of models to case studies. 414. The Modern Presidency (5) An analytical study of the modem American presidency, including its constitutional, managerial, philosophical, and political aspect. 424. Elements of Communism (3) Theory and practice of Communism. 426. History of Political Thought: Classical (5) A survey of political thought from the Greek period to the Social Contract theorists. Includes the political thought of Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, St. Augustine, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and others. 428. History of Political Thought: Modern (5) A survey of political thought from Hegel to the present. Includes varieties of liberalism and democracy, capitalism, Marxism, socialism, fascism, and contemporary political movements. 442. Problems in World Politics (4) The study of selected contemporary problem areas in world politics to assess their impact within the international arena. A maximum of 8 hours will be counted toward the 55 hours required for political science majors and only four hours will be counted toward the political science minor requirement. 445. International Organization (4) A study of the League of Nations, the United Nations, the specialized agencies and the regional organizations with special emphasis upon their structures, functions, problems, and prospects, and the conditions affecting their effectiveness. 448. Foreign Policies of Major Powers (5) An examination of national power and contemporary foreign policies of the major powers including the United States, the Soviet Union, Britain, China, France, Germany, India, and Japan. 470. Politics of Administration (3) A study of public administration from a conflict/power perspective rather than authority. A survival course for public managers. 475. Public Policy Analysis (5) A study of the American policy process, with an emphasis on the dynamics involved in the creation, adoption and implementation of selected domestic policies. 483. Directed Readings (1-4) A maximum of four hours will be counted toward the Political Science major and only two hours will be counted toward the Political Science minor. 491. Individual Projects and Research (1-10) A student may complete 15 hours credit but not more than 10 hours in any one type of project. A maximum of 10 hours will be counted toward the Political Science major or five hours toward the Political Science minor. Department approval required. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 499. Seminar (2) A study of resources research methodology writing and criticism. Required for Political Science majors. Prerequisite: Poise 329 (3). Department approval required. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Professions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 272 273 Continuing Education