6 courses with the subject POL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
POL 101The American Political System3
This course provides an introduction to the basic structures of the United States national government and the political processes with a view toward helping the student to better understand current issues and policies. Topics include the Constitution, national/state relations and powers, the legislative and judicial processes, elections and the activities of interest groups.
This course provides an analysis of the structure and processes of state and local units of government, as well as the political activities of interest groups, parties and candidates. Current political events and trends in modern politics will be examined. Students gain a better awareness of the nature, strengths, and weaknesses of the government.
This course examines the art and science of implementing decisions made by those who govern. A chief concern will be the shaping and implementing of public political policy by 274
An analysis of world politics today, emphasizing the foreign policy and diplomacy of the great powers, the United Nations, arms control and nuclear weaponry, international trade and development, and the prospects for change.
This course presents an overview of U.S. constitutional law. Topics include the nature and scope of due process law, the Bill of Rights, judicial review, separation of powers, the nature of executive and congressional power, federalism and the Interstate Commerce Clause, the right to privacy and equal protection under the law.
This course offers an opportunity for students at an advanced level of study in a bachelor degree program and in good academic standing to undertake an independent project under the supervision of a faculty member. A maximum of 6 credits of independent study at the 220 and/or 420 level can be earned for a bachelor degree. A detailed proposal and advisor approval are required prior to registration for an independent study. Course is restricted to bachelor degree students.
