328 PolSc 4860 Internships (1-6) PolSc 4830 Directed Readings (1-3) PolSc 4940 Topics in American Politics & Thought (1-3) Students may take up to three hours in 4830, three hours in 4800, and eight hours from 4860. No more than ten total hours from PolSc 4830, PolSc 4800, and PolSc 4860 may be counted toward the total requirement of 43 credit hours for Political Science Major/Teaching Major; no more than five total hours for the minor in Political Science. Hist 3230 may be counted as History credit and Philo 3200 may be counted as Philosophy credit, or either may be counted as Political Science credit, but not both. Suggested Course Sequence The following suggested course sequence is provided to assist students in planning their schedules. Use this only as a guideline and be sure to consult with an advisor. Freshman Year PolSc All 100 (3), and one other introductory course such as PolScSS2100 (3), PolSc SS2200 (3), or PolSc SS2350 (3). It is suggested that students seek advice concerning the general education requirements of the University during the first two years of study. Sophomore Year One of the introductory courses: PolSc SS2100 (3), PolSc SS2200 (3), or PolSc SS2350 (3). At this point it is suggested that each student meet with an advisor within the Political Science Department and plan out the three year course load within the five subfields, depending on the area(s) that the individual student is interested in pursuing. Continue to complete the courses necessary towards fulfilling the general education requirements of the University. Junior Year Continue with the planned courses for area of interest within the five subfields to meet program requirements. Students should start concentrating on the upper division hours required by the University to meet graduation requirements along with those hours required for their minor area of study. PolSc SI3990 (3) may also be taken at this time. Senior Year PolSc SI3990 (3), if not taken in the Junior year, and PolSc 4990 (3). Finish the planned courses within the five subfields to make sure a minimum of 43 Political Science credit hours have been met, as well as the 30 upper division credit hours for the major requirement in Political Science. Political Science ■y ■■■■■ m*n*m:\m^ttk:$.;i-A » Program Prerequisite: Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Honors Program). » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill the requirements for the Political Science departmental major, of which at least 20 hours must be completed on an Honors basis. A student may receive Political Science Honors credit in any upper division Political Science course, including Directed Readings, PolSc 4830 (for a maximum total of 3 hours).* » Senior Paper: A senior paper must be submitted by each student graduating with department honors. This will require the establishment of a department committee of three faculty members for evaluation and review. In addition, each student will present their paper to the department faculty. * Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in courses for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See the Honors Program.) Social Science Composite Teaching Major See the Department of History section in this catalog for program requirements. Political Science '§■■■■■■■■■11 » Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or higher is required and a grade of "C" or better in all Political Science courses used toward the minor/BIS (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 21 credit hours for Political Science minor/BIS and a minimum of 24 credit hours for the teaching minor, which includes Educ 4500, Teaching Social Studies in Grades 5-12, a required course for Political Science Teaching Minors. Students who select the Political Science Teaching minor must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department). Course Requirements for Minor Political Science Courses Required (6 credit hours) PolSc SSI 100 American National Government (3) and one of the following PolSc SS2100 Intro to International Politics (3) PolSc SS2200 Intro to Comparative Politics (3) PolSc SS2350 Intro to Political Theory (3) Electives (15 credit hours) Refer to the elective area listings under the Political Science B.S./B.A. program. Select at least two courses from areas 1 and 4 (combined) and at least two courses from areas 2, 3, and 5 (combined). Legal Studies The Department of Political Science and Philosophy participates in the Legal Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll should indicate their desire to do so with the Coordinator who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Asian Studies MINOR 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 this catalog.) Latin American Studies MINOR 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 this catalog.) 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 this catalog.) POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES PolSc All 100. American National Government (3) A study of American political institutions, interests, ideals, and the processes through which policies are formulated and implemented. PolSc 2060. Freedoms (3) An examination, at an introductory level, of the American judiciary and basic constitutional guarantees. Many of the specific cases used as examples will be drawn from the constitutionally fertile area of "school law." This course will have theoretical and practical dimensions. PolSc SS2100. Introduction to International Politics (3) 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). PolSc SS2200. Introduction to Comparative Politics (3) 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. PolSc SS2350. Introduction to Political Theory (3) An examination of the project of political theory. The goals of the class are to gain an understanding of (1) classic questions of western political thought, (2) varying ways in which thinkers have gone about pursuing these questions (method of inquiry), and (3) critiques of the standing of these "classic questions." PolSc 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-3) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. PolSc 3060. Mock Trial (2) An introduction to some of the basic principles of trial advocacy. Students will prepare for participation on the Weber State University Mock Trial team. May be repeated for a total of four hours. 329 PolSc 3140. Foreign Policy of the United States (3) 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. PolSc 3150. Model United Nations (1) 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 two hours. PolSc 3210. Politics and Governments of Europe (3) A study of European political systems with special emphasis on the politics and governments of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. PolSc 3220. Politics and Governments of Asia (3) A study of politics and governments of the major states in the area with particular reference to India, Japan, and China. PolSc 3290. Introduction to Politics and Governments of Developing Nations (3) 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. PolSc 3330. American Political Thought (3) Historical examination of American thought with stress on its influences on the development of the American Government. PolSc 3600. Political Parties and Elections (3) A study of the organization and function of the American political parties and an examination of campaigning techniques. PolSc DV3630. Political Behavior (3) Explores the nature of mass political behavior and its role in the political process and examines the interaction between and among diverse social groups, the media, and policy makers. The course emphasizes the effect of socio-demographic differences (race, gender, age, income, religion, education, etc.) in the political psychology of public opinion formation and political decision. PolSc 3700. Introduction to Public Administration (3) Presents basic theories, concepts, and analysis of current practices and problems in governmental administration. PolSc 3750. Urban Government and Politics (3) A study of local government organization and policy problems, with an emphasis on problems of the metropolitan areas. PolSc 3760. State Government and Politics (3) An examination of governmental organization, operation, policy making, and electoral politics of state governments and the dynamics of relationships with other levels of government. PolSc 3900. Practical Politics (U.I.A.) (1) 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. This course may be repeated once with the permission of the instructor. PolSc SI3990. Introduction to Political Science Research (3) An introduction to the scope and methods of political science. This course focuses on the formulation of hypotheses, the collection of data, appropriate study design, and study analysis through statistical testing and interpretation. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science & Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT PRENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC Health Professions CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC- PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Weber State University 2001-2002 CATALOG Weber State University 2001-2002 Catalog