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Show Political Science & Philosophy Political Science & Philosophy 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. SS389. 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 by analyzing the impact of development on stability and integration of nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. 402. American Constitutional Law I: Governmental Powers (4) The Supreme Court as a constitutional policy maker, federal jurisdiction, constitutional principles concerning judical 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 decisionmaking, and an introduction to the study of law. 410. Advanced American Government (4) An intensive examination of the formal and informal organization and functions of the Congress, Presidency and courts. 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 modern American presidency, including its constitutional, managerial, philosophical, and political aspect. 421. History of Political Thought (3) Political thought from its beginning in the Greek period to the Reformation. 422. History of Political Thought (Continued) (3) Political thought from the Reformation to the Utilitarians. 423. History of Political Thought (Continued) (3) Political thought emphasizing the modern period and such men as Hegel, Freud, Marx, Weber, and others as well as the concepts of socialism, communism, fascism, and democracy. 424. Elements of Communism (3) Theory and practice of Communism. 427. Political Analysis (3) Fundamental concepts in Political Science and the major theories and methodologies used to examine them. Examination of the behavioral philosophical, historical and judicial approaches to political investigation. 442. Conflicts in World Politics (3) The study of selected current conflicts in world politics, i.e. Berlin, Middle East, Cyprus, etc. to assess their impact on American foreign policy. A maximum of six hours will be counted toward the 45 hours required for political science majors and only three hours will be counted toward political science minor requirement. 445. International Organization (4) Problems associated with and attempts to international organization, with special attention to the League of Nations, the United Nations and its auxiliaries. 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. 473. Public Personnel Administration (3) The process of formulating public personnel policies: concepts and principles utilized in selecting governmental personnel systems. Focus will be primarily on governmental systems in the United States. 476. The Public Policy Process (3) A study of the policy-making process and implementation and administration of public policy. The course will generally utilize the case method and may be directed toward a variety of policy areas. 483. Directed Reading (1-4) (Total of 4 hours) 491. Individual Projects and Research (1-10) A student may complete 10 hours credit but not more than five hours in any one type of project. A maximum of 5 hours will be counted toward the 45 course hours required for political science majors and only five hours will be counted toward the political science minor requirement. 492. 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 course 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. 499. Seminar (2) A study of resources, research methodology, writing and criticism. Required for Political Science majors. PHILOSOPHY Purpose — Philosophy exists in order to make clear the alternatives in the philosophical culture we inherit. To the extent that critical thinking can affect the future, philosophy assumes its responsibility with the other subjects of the College to provide instruction, methodology, and insight in this area as well. Education —The student should understand that the study of philosophy is not the same as the study of many other fields where emphasis is placed upon memorization and rote response. Historically, philosophy has been an inclusive, almost boundless intellectual discipline in which the love and pursuit of wisdom is sought. And despite the historical fragmentation of knowledge, the diversification and alienation of specialized fields of human experience, philosophy at its best is still the critical, reflective and synoptic interpretation of life in all its dimensions with the love and pursuit of wisdom its rightful goal. The study of philosophy provides general as well as more specialized education for various professional objectives in many departments of the College. 308 Program: Philosophy Departmental Honors I. General Requirements: A. Enroll in General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of General Honors courses. B. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. C. Fulfill requirements for the Philosophy departmental minor. II. Specific Requirements: A. In fulfilling requirements for the Philosophy minor, take at least 25 hours of Philosophy courses including any two lower division courses (Philosophy 101, 112, or 116) and at least 15 hours of approved courses in upper division work. 309 i 1 1 icLfmulUy 'n it in i linn Education |
