22 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 231American Government. F., Sp3
An introduction to American government. This course will examine the government of the United States, with discussion of the founding principles of the American republic, federalism, the powers of the three branches of federal government and the protections guaranteed by the Constitution. Attention will also be given to state governments in general and Tennessee government in particular.
An introduction to American politics and public policy. This course will examine the actors and dynamics of American politics – voters, parties, interest groups, campaigns, and elections – and policymaking in the United States, including an overview of major public policy issues in the 21st century.
An introduction to political geography. This course will explore how geography shapes our politics and how politics, in turn, shapes and has shaped the geography of the globe. Major topics include the origin, location, and evolution of states, the defining and drawing of political boundaries, territorial conflicts and disputes, the impact of boundaries on personal and cultural identity, centripetal and centrifugal forces that encourage the success or failure of political units, effects of colonialism, and geopolitics.
An introduction to law and the American legal system. We will examine the functions, structures and processes of the American legal system, legal concepts and terminology, basic procedural rules, and broad substantive areas of law. Students will also be introduced to legal reasoning, writing, and research.
POL 299F/399F. Special Topics in Political Studies. Offered on sufficient3
demand. An in-depth study of an area of special interest relating to political science, government, or law. Topics may include selected political theories, areas of public policy, issues in constitutional law, state government and politics, foreign governments, or regional politics. This course may be repeated for up to six (6) hours credit. 382
POL 299G/399G. National Government. Offered on sufficient demand3
An on-the-scenes look at the operation of the national government. This course is taught in Washington, D.C. and includes visits to offices of the branches of government and various historical sites.
POL 311State and Local Governments. Offered on sufficient demand3
An introduction to the institutions, politics, and policies of state and local governments in the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on Tennessee government and politics.
An examination of the social and cultural differences that are present in the American population. This course will examine cultures and subgroups in the American community in a historical, legal, and social context. This course includes a significant writing component. Same as HUM/HIS 320.
A survey of the major issues and trends in international relations. This course will examine theories of global politics, institutions of global governance, and the important actors in international relations, including the nation-state, international organizations, and transnational movements.
An introduction to the comparative study of world governments. The course will survey the concepts, theories, and methods that characterize the study of comparative politics and examine the various governmental systems, institutions, political processes, and behaviors.
POL 338U.S.–Latin American Relations: Historical Perspectives. Sp. Even years3
Lecture class with guest speakers. The course will focus on the development of political, social, and economic relations between the United States and Latin America from the 18th century to the present.
POL 339Congress and the Legislative Process. Sp. Odd years3
A study of the legislative branch of government. This course will examine the role, powers, and processes of the American Congress and the interaction of legislators with voters, political parties, interest groups, and the other branches of government in public policy making.
A study of the Office of President of the United States. This course will examine the role, powers, and politics of the presidency, with attention to its development from 1787 to the present.
An examination of the nature, scope, and purpose of criminal law. This course will examine legal vocabulary, criminal liability, classifications of crimes, elements of crimes, and criminal defenses. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: CJU 210 Introduction to Criminal Justice System OR permission from the instructor.
A case study in American civil liberties. This course will examine the personal and political liberties guaranteed under the United States Constitution. 383
POL 391A, B, C Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature. 1– F2
Students will prepare for Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature and participate either in a mock legislature or moot court competition. This course may be repeated for up to six (6) hours credit. Offered by individual instruction. Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.
POL 393Religion and the Law. Offered on sufficient demand3
An examination of issues related to law and religion. The course will focus primarily on legal doctrines and principles arising under the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment. We will also consider the role of religion as a source of and influence upon the development of American law.
POL 412Western Political Thought (W) F. Odd years3
A study of western political thought. This course examines writings on politics and political economy from the Ancient Greeks to the 21st century. This course includes a significant writing component.
A case study in American constitutional law. This course will examine the constitutional basis of and limitations on governmental power and the role of the U.S. Supreme Court. This course includes a significant writing component.
POL 475American Legal Tradition. (W) F. Even years3
An advanced study of law and the American legal system. This course will examine law, judges, the court system, the legal profession, legal reasonings, and the relationship of each to the larger political system, with particular emphasis on the Anglo–American legal tradition. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: POL 231 American Government.
