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POL 102: Introduction To Politics

3 credits

This course examines major theories, concepts, and methods of contemporary Political science, Political Issues and Public Policy, American Government and Politics, Political Theory, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. Unifying concepts (management of conflict, power, and authoritative allocation of values) are applied to the study of the state and the political process. (Learning Goals:L;Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)

Learning Goals

1. Understanding of the management of conflict 2. Critical thinking 3. Information literacy

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Spring 2025

Introduction To Politics
0158-102-002 T. Levy Mon/Wed 10:00 am - 10:50 am GC - NEX 275 3
0158-102-003 S. Kahl Mon/Wed 11:00 am - 11:50 am GC - HHE 214 3

Sections Offered: Fall 2024

Introduction To Politics
0158-102-001 T. Levy Mon/Wed 10:00 am - 10:50 am GC - NEX 157 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity
0158-102-002 G. Greaves Mon/Wed 2:25 pm - 3:40 pm GC - BLH 207 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity

 
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