7 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 101Introduction to American Government
An introduction to the components of the American political system. Attention is given to political institutions, their structures and roles; the exercise of power; government performance and results; the impact of political decisions on society; and the development of political attitudes. 3 credits
An examination of seminal literature and concepts of Western political philosophy, the continuity and innovation that characterize the Western tradition, as well as its relevance to contemporary political problems. The consciousness of the student is examined regarding the complexity of political realities and political thinking. The student is encouraged to think more critically about his or her personal identity within the current political parameters.
This course surveys government institutions, practices, and politics and explores the role of government in economic and social affairs in developing as well as advanced industrial countries. The course considers the relationship among capitalism, democracy, and economic development, and provides an introduction to the comparative method. Examines cross-national comparison to gain insight into political dynamics.
An overview of international history followed by a careful examination and comparison of competing international relations theories. Important structural processes and issues will be examined, as well as contrasting theoretical approaches and questions. Major concepts include war, peace, globalization, human rights, and international law. 3 credits POL 228 (WS 228) Gender Law and Public Policy This course analyzes laws, public policies, and practices that have constructed and regulated gender in the public and private sectors, with special attention to employment and education. It examines the historical constructions of gender as a concept in American society, including how and why this concept was institutionalized publicly and privately in various arenas of the United States at different historical junctures. The course will conclude with a study of the progress that has been made in dismantling gendered 155
An exploration of related topics such as political culture, social culture, religion, and political organizations and their links to terrorism. This course will explore the concept of terrorism, the use of violence, the dynamics of war, the political economy of former colonial regimes, dependent economies, and how the world’s distribution of resources affects state nations.
An analysis of public policy as well as an overview of how citizens identify issues and concerns and influence policy through civic engagement and advocacy efforts. The relationship of public policy legislation to social problems is explored, with attention given to women and other disadvantaged groups. The acquisition of analytical skills necessary to understand, improve, and participate in the policy making process is emphasized. 3 credits POL 327 (RC 327) Respiratory Therapy Education The course examines the key educational concepts including teaching and learning strategies and techniques, learner characteristics, learning styles, technology in education, and the evaluation of teaching and learning. This course will also extend into the ethical, legal, and economic foundations of the educational process, health literacy in the adult client population, gender, socioeconomic, cultural attributes of the learner, and educating learners with disabilities.
An analysis of selected topics in political science. This course is organized as needed to examine emerging events or timely issues in the discipline or take advantage of special expertise by an individual scholar. 3 credits POL 420 (NU 420) Legal, Ethical and Political Issues in Health Care Focus is on legal, ethical, and political issues in health care. Legal and ethical principles that guide healthcare practice issues are discussed. Political forces that influence change in contemporary health care are examined. Global differences and their relationship to American healthcare practice are explored. The student takes an active role in the policy process. 2 credits (2 theory; 0 clinical) POL 437 (NU 437) Legal, Ethical and Political Considerations for the RN This course focuses on the legal, ethical, and political issues that registered nurses encounter in the current healthcare environment. Legal and ethical principles that guide professional nursing practice are discussed. Political forces that influence change in contemporary health care and healthcare reform are examined. The leadership roles of professional nurses in these areas are explored. 3 credits (3 theory, 0 clinical)