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Course |
Subject |
Hours |
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1333 |
American Government (TCCNS = GOVT 2301)
This course, together with Political Science 1433, fulfills the legislative requirement of six semester hours of American government. A study of the American national and state governmental system. Special attention given to Texas. The American experiment in federalism and democracy; origin and development of the United States Constitution; federal state relations; civil liberties; the individual as a citizen; political parties. |
3(3-0) |
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1433 |
American Government (TCCNS = GOVT 2302)
Legislative, executive, and judicial functions in the United States and Texas governments; foreign policy; the conduct of foreign relations; national defense; government and the economy; governmental services. |
3(3-0) |
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2523 |
Foundations of Government and Politics
Study of major concepts, theories, and principles of government and politics. Designed to provide a basic understanding of the institutions and processes of government. |
3(3-0) |
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3213 |
Research Methods
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
Introduction to legal and social science research methods with emphasis on practical application. Includes basic procedures of survey research, quantitative analysis, and research design development. |
3(3-0) |
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3233 |
American Political Parties and Pressure Groups
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
The American political system and pressure groups, with particular attention to their development, present structures, and roles in the American political system. |
3(3-0) |
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3313 |
Introduction to Political Theory
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A basic survey and evaluation of the major classical and contemporary theories of politics. Special emphasis on the influence of classical political philosophy on modern democratic theory. |
3(3-0) |
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3443 |
Municipal Government and Metropolitan Problems
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
Study of the structure, functions, and politics of local government with special emphasis on the problems of governing metropolitan areas. |
3(3-0) |
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3533 |
Government and Politics of Western Europe
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A comparative study of modern political institutions and processes, with particular attention to the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. |
3(3-0) |
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3543 |
Government and Politics of Eastern Europe
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A comparative study of the political institutions and processes in the region, with particular attention to Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic. |
3(3-0) |
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3553 |
Government and Politics of Central Eurasia
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A comparative study of the political institutions and processes of the former Soviet republics with particular attention to the Russian Federation. |
3(3-0) |
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3563 |
Government and Politics of the Middle East
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A comparative study of the political institutions and processes with particular attention to Middle East nation states. |
3(3-0) |
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3573 |
African Politics
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
This course introduces students to African politics and society by depicting in broad strokes the complexities and diversities of the African world since independence, and investigates new paths of understanding into intricate dynamics. |
3(3-0) |
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3583 |
Government and Politics of Latin America
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A comparative study of the political institutions and processes of eight Latin American countries. Special attention is given to contemporary topics that affect the region such as populism, bureaucratic authoritarianism, drug trafficking, human rights, and neo-Liberal reform. |
3(3-0) |
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3653 |
International Relations
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A study of the nation-state systems; critical analysis of principles, problems, and factors involved in the foreign policies and relations of the various states. |
3(3-0) |
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3843 |
The Presidency
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A study of the Presidency and the executive branch in the American system. |
3(3-0) |
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3933 |
The Judicial System and Process
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A study of the American judicial system and process at the local, state, and national levels. Topics include judicial selection and judicial policy-making. |
3(3-0) |
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4043 |
Legislation (formerly 4013)
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A study of the role of Congress and the state legislature in the American system. |
3(3-0) |
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4133 |
Public Administration
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
Examination of the basic principles involved in the administration and execution of public policy. Includes such topics as organizational theory, personnel management, budgetary procedures, and the politics of administration. |
3(3-0) |
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4153 |
Quantitative Methods
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science and POLS 3213
Examines theory building and testing, statistical modeling, multivariate analysis, and applications for general social science research. |
3(3-0) |
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4163 |
Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
An analysis of the relationships among federal, state, and local governments in the United States with emphasis on the administrative aspects of the expanding area of inter-governmental cooperation. |
3(3-0) |
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4173 |
Organizational Behavior and Decision Making
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
Examines individual, interpersonal, and group behavior in the organizational context utilizing both theoretical and quantitative approaches in the study of these concepts. |
3(3-0) |
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4233 |
American Constitutional Law I
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
The development of the Constitution through the interpretations of the Supreme Court. |
3(3-0) |
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4243 |
American Constitutional Law II
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
A continuation of Political Science 4233. Additional cases in constitutional development. A study of civil rights and civil liberties. |
3(3-0) |
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4333 |
International Law
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
The role of the law of nations in world politics, with emphasis on the history, theories, sources, and enforcement of international law. |
3(3-0) |
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4453 |
Political Protest and Revolutions
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
An examination of the study of political protest concentrating on the dynamics of the interaction between the regime and the dissidents. This course provides students with both a factual background of modern political revolutions and protest movements as well as examining such theoretical issues as the collective action problem, relative depravation and resource mobilization theory. |
3(3-0) |
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4853 |
Contemporary American Foreign Policy
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
Study of policies and problems in United States foreign relations since World War II. |
3(3-0) |
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4953 |
Public Personnel Administration
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of political science.
An intensive examination of personnel administration in the public service including such topics as recruitment procedures, classification systems, promotion policies, and collective bargaining in a public merit system. |
3(3-0) |
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4973 |
Internship in Political Science
Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of political science and approval of the department chair.
Field experience in selected government agencies. |
3(0-0) |