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PHYS 1780 - Elementary Physics Laboratory
Units: 1
A lab designed to accompany PHYS 1700 and to introduce students to some equipment used in physics. The experiments are hands-on activities in mechanics, wave motion and sound, temperature and heat, electricity, light, and radioactivity. Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 1800 - Astronomy
Units: 4
A descriptive survey of astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. Emphasis is on the physical nature and evolution of galaxies, stars, and planets. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for PHYS 1600; Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 1810 - Astronomy of Ancient Cultures
Units: 4
Exploration of the astronomical techniques, tools, and theories used by ancient cultures from around the world to understand the sky. Projects and discussions investigate the astronomy, cosmology, and timekeeping practices of ancient people (such as Aztecs, Mayans, Native Americans, Chinese, Greeks, and Egyptians). Connections to the modern understanding of astronomy and cosmology are drawn throughout the course. Satisfies GE Area: B1, Physical sciences; B5, Science elective. Credit Restrictions: Not for Physics major/minor credit.
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PHYS 1880 - Astronomy Laboratory
Units: 1
A lab designed to accompany PHYS 1800 and PHYS 3700 . Experiments are hands-on activities involving positions and motions of the moon, planets, and stars. Some night observations are included. Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 2004 - General Physics
Units: 5
A continuation of the General Physics sequence (PHYS 1001 , PHYS 1002 , PHYS 1003 ) focusing on modern physics: relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular physics, nuclear and particle physics. Course is a bridge to upper division work in the sciences, and special emphasis is placed on advanced mathematical techniques and problem-solving skills. Prerequisites: MATH 2304 and PHYS 1003 .
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PHYS 2005 - The Science of Energy
Units: 4
A descriptive course covering energy resources, production, and consumption in the 21st century. Energy input and output of physical systems such as household appliances and modes of transportation. Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 2701 - Introductory Physics: Force, Mass and Motion
Units: 4
A three-quarter sequence in general physics, designed primarily for students taking the B.S. biological sciences (including pre-professional students), Chemistry, B.A. , and geology or for non-science majors requiring a good foundation in physics. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry required. For students who are not majoring in physics. Prerequisites: Trigonometry or MATH 1300 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 2702 - Introductory Physics: Heat, Sound, Electricity and Magnetism
Units: 4
A three-quarter sequence in general physics, designed primarily for students taking the B.S. biological sciences (including pre-professional students), Chemistry, B.A. , and geology or for non-science majors requiring a good foundation in physics. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry required. For students who are not majoring in physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 2701 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 2703 - Introductory Physics: Light and Modern Physics
Units: 4
A three-quarter sequence in general physics, designed primarily for students taking the B.S. biological sciences (including pre-professional students), Chemistry, B.A. , and geology or for non-science majors requiring a good foundation in physics. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry required. For students who are not majoring in physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 2702 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 2711 - Introductory Physics Supplemental Instruction
Units: 0.5
Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent physics course (PHYS 2701 ). Co-requisites: PHYS 2701 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in PHYS major. Grading: CR/NC grading only.
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PHYS 2712 - Introductory Physics Supplemental Instruction
Units: 0.5
Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent physics course (PHYS 2702 ). Co-requisites: PHYS 2702 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in PHYS major. Grading: CR/NC grading only.
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PHYS 2713 - Introductory Physics Supplemental Instruction
Units: 0.5
Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent physics course (PHYS 2703 ). Co-requisites: PHYS 2703 . Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in PHYS major. Grading: CR/NC grading only.
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PHYS 3011 - Foundational Physics
Units: 4
Covers the foundational areas of physics including motion, forces, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Focuses on the California State Science Standards and prepares students to teach middle school physical science. Prerequisites: PHYS 1700 and PHYS 1780 . Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 3012 . Credit Restrictions: Not for physics major or minor credit.
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PHYS 3012 - Foundational Physics Laboratory
Units: 1
Laboratory course which supplements the Foundational Physics lecture, PHYS 3011 . Focuses on the California State Science Standards and prepares students to teach middle school physical science. Prerequisites: PHYS 1700 and PHYS 1780 . Co-requisites: Prior or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 3011 , or equivalent. Credit Restrictions: Not for physics major or minor credit.
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PHYS 3080 - Physics Hands-on Laboratory
Units: 2
Opportunity to work with elementary and middle school students in a science teaching/learning environment. Hands-on lessons provide early teaching experience in science for undergraduates exploring teaching as a career. Satisfies GE Area: B6. Prerequisites: PHYS 1500 , PHYS 1700 , PHYS 1001 , or PHYS 2701 ; or consent of Instructor.
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PHYS 3101 - Analytic Mechanics I
Units: 3
Review of Newtonian mechanics. Hamilton’s Principle. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalisms, with applications. Generalized coordinates. Central forces. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 .
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PHYS 3102 - Analytic Mechanics II
Units: 3
Particles and rigid bodies. Oscillations and waves. Fluids. Prerequisites: PHYS 3101 ; MATH 3331. Co-requisites: MATH 3331.
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PHYS 3151 - Thermal and Statistical Physics I
Units: 3
The laws of thermodynamics, states of matter, kinetic theory, introduction to statistical mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 .
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PHYS 3152 - Thermal and Statistical Physics II
Units: 3
Canonical and other ensembles. Quantum gases and phase transitions. Prerequisites: PHYS 3151 ; MATH 3331. Co-requisites: MATH 3331.
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PHYS 3180 - Computational Physics
Units: 4
Computer programming and numerical techniques relevant to physics. Data acquisition and analysis. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 ; MATH 3331 . Co-requisites: MATH 3331.
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PHYS 3280 - Electronics
Units: 4
Hands-on introduction to analog and digital circuits and components commonly found in laboratory electronics. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3281 - Experimental Physics
Units: 4
Experiments in various fields of physics. Experimental design. Computer interfacing. Written and oral reports. Laboratory safety. Prerequisites: PHYS 3280 or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3283 - Advanced Laboratory
Units: 4
Experimental projects, including optical and solid state physics topics. Prerequisites: PHYS 3280 . Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit with consent of instructor, for a maximum of 8 units.
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PHYS 3301 - Quantum Mechanics I
Units: 3
Introduction to Schrodinger’s equation and the mathematical formalisms of quantum mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 .
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PHYS 3302 - Quantum Mechanics II
Units: 3
Applications of Schroedinger’s equation. Angular momentum. Prerequisites: PHYS 3301 ; MATH 3331 . Co-requisites: MATH 3331.
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PHYS 3303 - Quantum Mechanics III
Units: 3
Approximation methods and further applications of quantum mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 3302 ; MATH 4361 . Co-requisites: MATH 4361.
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PHYS 3700 - The Big Bang and Other Cosmologies
Units: 4
A descriptive course on the cosmological origin and evolution of the universe. Historical review of cosmological models and discussion of current theories. Stellar and galactic origin and evolution, stellar energy, the early universe, open and closed universes, and the search for extra-terrestrial life.
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PHYS 3710 - Solar System Astronomy
Units: 4
Overview of the structure and evolution of the solar system. Topics include the sun, terrestrial and Jovian planets, moons, asteroids, comets, as well as the discovery of extra-solar planets and the resulting impact on our understanding of solar system formation.
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PHYS 3720 - Stars and Galaxies
Units: 4
An overview of the universe with emphasis on the study of stars and galaxies. Topics include stars, stellar evolution, black holes, neutron stars, galaxies, and the role of dark matter and dark energy in galaxy formation.
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PHYS 3750 - Biophysics Tools in the History of Medical Research
Units: 4
A basic introduction to major biophysics tools invented in the 20th century, how they help to amplify, aggregate and differentiate biological data, and some significant discoveries to which they have contributed. Examples are drawn from diabetes, cardiovascular, and kidney research. Credit Restrictions: Not for credit in Physics major.
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PHYS 3875 - Mathematical Physics
Units: 4
See MATH 3875 for course description.
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PHYS 3898 - Cooperative Education
Units: 1-4
Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities. Prerequisites: At least a 2.0 GPA; departmental approval of activity. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 8 units. A maximum of 4 units will be accepted toward the physics major; a maximum of 2 units will be accepted toward the minor. Grading: CR/NC grading only.
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PHYS 3999 - Issues in Physics
Units: 4
Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in physics. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 8 units.
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PHYS 4001 - Electromagnetism I
Units: 3
Study of electricity and magnetism leading to Maxwell’s equations in vacuum. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 .
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PHYS 4002 - Electromagnetism II
Units: 3
Materials and boundary value problems. AC circuits. Prerequisites: PHYS 4001 ; MATH 3331 . Co-requisites: MATH 3331.
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PHYS 4003 - Electromagnetism III
Units: 3
Electromagnetic radiation. Relativity in electromagnetism. Prerequisites: PHYS 4002 ; MATH 4361 . Co-requisites: MATH 4361.
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PHYS 4250 - Selected Topics
Units: 1-3
Various subjects and projects providing an extension of the physics curriculum. Prerequisites: PHYS 1003 . Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 3 units for any combination of PHYS 4250 and 4850.
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PHYS 4600 - Solid State
Units: 3
Crystals and bonding. Waves in lattices. Electron gas and energy levels. Semiconductors and superconductors. Prerequisites: PHYS 3302 .
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PHYS 4700 - Modern Optics
Units: 3
Introduction to photonics. Lasers and fibers. Non-linear optics and electro-optics. Prerequisites: PHYS 4002 .
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PHYS 4850 - Undergraduate Research
Units: 1-3
Research leading to a formal report, under the direction of a faculty member. Co-requisites: PHYS 3281 and PHYS 3283 . Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 3 units for any combination of PHYS 4250 and 4850.
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PHYS 4900 - Independent Study
Units: 1-4
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor, for a maximum of 12 units.
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PHYS 4950 - Physics Capstone
Units: 1
Comprehensive overview and synthesis of undergraduate physics. Must be taken in Spring quarter immediately preceding graduation.
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POSC 1000 - Introduction to Political Science
Units: 4
Introduction to the study of politics and government, surveying the concepts and approaches of political science.
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POSC 1171 - Environmental Politics
Units: 4
The history and present status of the ideologies, interests, movements and understandings that form modern environmental policy and politics.
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POSC 1201 - American Political Institutions
Units: 4
Development of political institutions and ideals in the U.S. Key elements of the political system, including the Constitution, Presidency, Congress, Courts, parties, elections, and bureaucracy. Combined with POSC 1202 meets code requirements in U.S. history, U.S. Constitution and California government.
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POSC 1202 - Public Policy/California Politics
Units: 4
Issues in American public policy, focusing on contemporary controversies (environment, poverty, etc.) California state and local government. Combined with HIST 1101 , HIST 3400 , HIST 3540, POSC 1201 , POSC 3441 , or POSC 3442 meets U.S. History, Constitution and Institutions requirement.
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POSC 1500 - Conflict in World Politics
Units: 4
Causes of conflict. Topics include Iraq and Desert Storm, Bosnia, the Middle East, and Third World conflicts. Analysis of foreign aggression, civil war, terrorism, ethnic struggle, nationalism, boundary disputes, military force, sanctions, peacekeeping, mediation, disaster relief, and economic aid.
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POSC 2002 - The Golden State? Modern Politics, Economics and Culture in California
Units: 4
Consideration of the political, cultural and economic forces that are changing California. Focus on statewide elections and initiatives on the ballot. May be repeated once for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 8 units.
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POSC 3030 - The Study of Political Science
Units: 4
History and assumptions of political science as a field; basic skills and methodology; ethics in politics, administration and law; careers; personal learning goals; portfolios; Library tour.
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POSC 3898 - Cooperative Education
Units: 1-4
Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities. Prerequisites: at least a 2.0 GPA; departmental approval of activity. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 8 units. A maximum of 4 units will be accepted toward the Political Science major; a maximum of 4 units will be accepted toward the Political Science minor.
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POSC 3999 - Issues in Political Science
Units: 4
Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in political science. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 8 units.
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POSC 4900 - Independent Study
Units: 1-4
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor, for a maximum of 12 units.
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POSC 4910 - Political Science Seminar
Units: 4
Contributions of natural and social science theories, methods, results for political science; scope and method of political science; individual research on selected topics. Registration priority given to political science majors and minors. Prerequisites: POSC 3030 . Open to seniors only.
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POSC 3111 - The American Presidency
Units: 4
Study of the American Presidency both historically and analytically with an emphasis on roles and powers; the struggle between the President and Congress; the leadership role of the President in government, political parties, and public opinion.
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POSC 3113 - Political Internship
Units: 2-4
Practical experience on a legislative or executive staff or in a campaign organization. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit with consent of instructor, for a maximum of 8 units.
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POSC 3115 - United States Congress
Units: 4
Development of the modern Congress, including 20th century reforms; Congressional power; leadership and partisanship; inter-branch relations; Congressional elections and campaign finance reform, incumbency and redistricting; the committee system.
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POSC 3120 - State and Local Politics and Government
Units: 4
The structures, processes, policies, political culture and power distributions of governments of states, cities, suburbs, small towns, metropolitan areas and neighborhoods. Special reference to California and San Francisco Bay Area institutions and problems. Satisfies the California state and local government code requirement.
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POSC 3130 - Urban Politics
Units: 4
Styles and structures of city government; community power studies; community control and metropolitan government; problems of crime, welfare, finance, education, pollution, planning; emphasis on the Bay Area.
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POSC 3150 - Politics of California
Units: 4
Political culture, electoral systems, and public policy in California. Field trip to the California Legislature. Satisfies code requirement in California state and local government.
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POSC 3300 - Voting and Public Opinion
Units: 4
Nature and causes of voter turnout and vote choice. Determinants and effects of public opinion. Methodology used for measurement and analysis of these subjects. Prerequisites: STAT 1000 or 1100.
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POSC 3310 - Political Parties and Campaigning
Units: 4
Party organizations in U.S. and California, historical changes in party operations, political machines and patronage, money in politics, party labels, the differences and similarities between the major parties, minor parties, the new style of campaigns, professional campaign management firms, the prospects for reform.
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POSC 3330 - Interest Groups, Lobbying, and Political Reform
Units: 4
Private power and American public policy; the nature and sources, strategy and tactics of pressure group power in the American political process. Business, labor, agriculture, the professions, minority groups, and religion as organized groups influencing political decision making.
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POSC 3333 - Ethnic and Minority Politics
Units: 4
Contemporary and historic analysis of ethnic and minority participation in the political process. Voting, elections, interest groups, political machines, office holders, activists, strategies, and common participatory patterns. Cross-listed: ES 3333 .
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POSC 3335 - African American Politics
Units: 4
The role of African Americans in state and national politics; political history of African Americans in American politics, public policy issues concerning African Americans, successes and failures of African American empowerment strategies, and electoral impact of African American votes. Grading: A-F grading only.
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POSC 3336 - Asian American Politics
Units: 4
The role of Asian Americans in state and national politics; political history of Asian Americans in American politics, public policy issues concerning Asian Americans, successes and failures of Asian American empowerment strategies, and electoral impact of Asian American votes. Grading: A-F grading only.
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POSC 3340 - Women and Politics
Units: 4
Public policy relating to American women; impact of the women’s movement on public policy and political behavior; women as voters, political activists, political office-holders; the function of sex roles in the political system.
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POSC 3360 - Culture and Politics in the United States
Units: 4
How political personality is formed by cultural experience in the U.S. Influences such as generational effects, gender, region, ethnicity and sexual identity. News reporting, literature, movies and television as sources of the development of political personality.
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POSC 3375 - Practical Politics
Units: 4
Professional skills in winning elections and influencing policy. Reading and practice in framing issues, political strategy, campaign management, advertising, polling, speech writing, media relations, Internet use, fund-raising, litigation, lobbying, building and sustaining support.
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POSC 3201 - Political Systems of Western Europe
Units: 4
The governments and politics of Great Britain, France, Germany, and other Western European nations. Development and expansion of the European Union.
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POSC 3204 - Political Systems of Asia
Units: 4
An analysis of politics in selected Asian countries. The degree of emphasis on particular countries and areas such as China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia varies.
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POSC 3230 - Government and Politics in the Middle East
Units: 4
Introduction to the study of contemporary politics in the Middle East. Comparative approach, analyzing the political, social, religious and economic aspects of the area.
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POSC 3260 - Government and Politics of Africa South of the Sahara
Units: 4
The governments of the nations of Africa south of the Sahara, with special reference to comparative colonial policies, nationalist movements, political parties, and the problems of nation building; comparative economic systems and the role of the military.
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POSC 3280 - Political Systems of Latin America
Units: 4
Political development, instability, and revolution in a comparative framework. Case studies of political development in major countries; group conflicts, ideology, administrative problems, and the role of violence.
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POSC 3290 - Comparative Law
Units: 4
Examination of essential features of law and their impact upon society using a comparative method. Incorporation of comparative legal theory of various legal systems, and how legal institutions express diverse civilizations.
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POSC 3500 - World Problems and Global Response
Units: 4
Arms control, human rights, development, debt, women’s rights, world population, environmental protection, and technology transfers. Analysis of key actors (United Nations, specialized agencies, national governments, non-governmental organizations) and policy alternatives. Student opportunity to work with local organizations.
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POSC 3505 - American Foreign Policy
Units: 4
National security, economic and development assistance policies since World War II. Current policy choices and the constitutional conflict between Congress and the President. Role of the State Department, the military, the CIA, and non-governmental organizations (labor, business, and veterans).
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POSC 3508 - Politics of Filipino-American Relations
Units: 4
Filipino-American relations within the context of Filipino nationalism and America’s rise as a superpower.
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POSC 3510 - International Security in the 21st Century
Units: 4
Comprehensive approach to studying traditional and non-traditional security concerns in the world. Issues include great power politics, nuclear proliferation, terrorism, failed states, environmental security, and transnational crime. Simulation of crisis situation.
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POSC 3520 - International Relations
Units: 4
The conduct of relations among states. The international system, national power, sovereignty, nationalism, ideology; use of diplomacy, propaganda, economic influence, military force; problems of neocolonialism, multinational corporations, racial tensions, nuclear deterrence, war, the role of the United Nations.
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POSC 3521 - Politics of the Global Economy
Units: 4
International trade and development assistance. Focus on GATT, the World Trade Organization, the G7 nations, and the International Monetary Fund. Problems of transnational corporations, labor standards, and migration. Global liberalism compared with collectivist economies. Ecological, participatory, regional and nationalist challenges.
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POSC 3550 - The United Nations and World Community
Units: 4
Historical, institutional and theoretical background of the contemporary United Nations and related agencies; focus on participation of selected countries in the UN structure and operations with regard to current international problems and issues. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit by students participating in Model UN, for a maximum of 8 units.
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POSC 3703 - American Political Thought
Units: 4
Significant American political ideas and thinkers from the Pilgrims to the present. Includes, among others, Jefferson, Madison, Calhoun, King, and Gingrich.
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POSC 3704 - Marxism in Theory and Practice
Units: 4
The writings of Marx and the characteristics of Marxism in the 20th century.
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POSC 3711 - Greek, Roman and Medieval Political Thought
Units: 4
Major Western political ideas from the Greeks through the 15th century. Emphasis upon major political theorists in the development of classical Greek and Roman, Medieval Christian, and Renaissance political theory.
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POSC 3713 - Contemporary Political Thought
Units: 4
Major Western political ideas in the 19th and 20th centuries. Emphasis upon central figures in the development of Democratic, Marxist, Socialist, and various other contemporary bodies of political theory.
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POSC 3717 - Theories of Empire
Units: 4
Major theories and debates about imperialism, its history, its modern manifestations, and its status and future in the post-Cold War era.
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POSC 3410 - Law and Society
Units: 4
Rise of the American legal system and evolution of values in the law. Courts in the political system and the policy impact of modern legal initiatives.
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POSC 3417 - Survey of American Law
Units: 4
The basic elements of the American legal system, its essential values, and its impact on society. Personal injury, contracts, criminal law, regulation, and international law. Emphasis on case law as the basis for exploring the legal system.
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POSC 3441 - American Constitutional Law: Government
Units: 4
The American Constitution as a model of government. The role of democracy, federalism, assumptions regarding human nature, citizenship, separation of powers, capitalism, and issues of empire building.
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POSC 3442 - American Constitutional Law: Rights
Units: 4
The Bill of Rights as interpreted by Court decisions since its adoption. Topics include freedom of speech, religion, equal protection, and personal privacy. Emphasis on the relationship among rights, politics, judicial behavior and public policy.
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POSC 3460 - Environmental Law
Units: 4
Legislative, judicial, and administrative controls over public and private actions impacting on the environment. Examination of statutory, administrative, and judicial decisions relating to the environment and of government actors and agencies making these decisions.
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POSC 3470 - International Law
Units: 4
The rules that govern governments and world bodies. Includes treaties, law of the sea, environmental protection, use of force, terrorism, and markets. Focus on the movement toward global community. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for POSC 3951.
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POSC 3503 - Philosophy of Law
Units: 4
(See PHIL 3503 for course description.)
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POSC 3419 - Labor Policy and Law
Units: 4
Historical development and changing fortunes of working class, trade unions, immigrant, and women workers. Growth among government workers and declining numbers in private industry. U.S. Government’s labor laws and judicial interpretation for private and public sectors.
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POSC 3522 - The Politics and Law of New Genetic Technologies
Units: 4
The politics and law of new genetic technologies (cloning, stem cell research, genetic engineering, etc.) in global perspective. National and international models for oversight. Comparison of approaches by types of political regime and economic system.
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POSC 3800 - Public Policy Analysis
Units: 4
Surveys the formulation, implementation, and impact of public policy dealing with social and economic problems. Examines and evaluates the causes and content of government policy in various areas such as civil rights, social welfare, urban affairs, crime, education, health, environment, energy, taxation.
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POSC 4171 - Public Policy and the Environment
Units: 4
Politics of human-environment relationships. Sustainability, biodiversity, population, consumption, technology, energy, water, resources, recycling, pollution, and urban systems. Cultural values, paradigm change, science, risk analysis, market pricing, competition of networks, and citizen action. Significant written assignment integrates theory and practice.
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POSC 4445 - Bureaucratic Politics and Administrative Law
Units: 4
Politics of bureaucracy, government regulations, administrative law, exploration of the content, and structure of public administration. Public finances, human resource management, workplace discrimination, ethics, regulation within institutions. Cross-listed: PUAD 4445 .
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PSYC 1000 - General Psychology
Units: 5
An introduction to the scientific study of basic processes underlying human and animal behavior; sensation and perception, learning and thinking, motivation, and emotion. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for PSYC 1001 , PSYC 1005 , PSYC 2004, or PSYC 2009.
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PSYC 1001 - General Psychology and Society
Units: 5
An introduction to the scientific study of basic processes underlying human and animal behavior, sensation and perception, learning and thinking, motivation and emotion, as it relates to the individual and society. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for PSYC 1001 , PSYC 1005 , PSYC 2004, or PSYC 2009.
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