2007-2008 Catalog (PDF) - Colorado State University-Pueblo

CSU-Pueblo
POLSC 106 Minority Politics in America 3(3-0)
An overview of the historical and contemporary struggles
for empowerment by groups traditionally excluded from
full societal participation because of racial designation. (*)
POLSC 200 Understanding Human Conflict 3(3-0)
Study of conflict: personal, social, institutional, ethnic, and
international. Conflict resolution and management also will
be addressed. (*)
POLSC 201 Comparative Politics 3(3-0)
Introduction to comparative political analysis through
study of selected political systems. Emphasis on basic
political functions and processes in developed countries.
(F)
POLSC 202 World Politics 3(3-0)
Study of political problems and issues which face the
world. Emphasis on conflict, arms transfers, economic
change and world commons. (S)
POLSC 240 Political Analysis 3(3-0)
An introduction to political science and its subfields.
Includes methods for critically thinking about the political
process and communicating political ideas. Prerequisite:
POLSC 101. (S)
POLSC 250 Research Methods in Political Science
3(3-0)
Introduction to the basic methods and tools of research in
political science, including the scientific method, research
design, data collection and qualitative and quantitative
analysis. Prerequisites: POLSC 101 and 240. (*)
POLSC 260 Paralegal I 3(3-0)
Study of theory of law and legal process. Course will not
count toward the major or minor in political science.
(F,S,SS,*)
POLSC 261 Paralegal II 3(3-0)
Using primary and secondary source materials in legal
research. Course will not count toward the major or minor
in political science. Prerequisite: POLSC 260. (F,S,SS,*)
POLSC 300 Political Parties and Elections 3(3-0)
Examines the organization and function of political parties
and the roles of political parties, pressure groups, and
public opinion in American elections. Prerequisite: POLSC
101. (F)
POLSC 305 International Relations 3(3-0)
Study of international systems and organizations. Special
emphasis on the principal sources of conflict and the
study of conflict management. Prerequisite: POLSC 201
or 202. (S)
POLSC 320 Legal Research Methods 3(3-0)
Introduction to the basic reference materials of legal
research. Use of law libraries, interpretation of statutes
and judicial decisions and preparation of legal memoranda.
(S/U grading). (*)
POLSC 321 American Constitutional Development
3(3-0)
Political context of the origin of the U.S. Constitution,
Supreme Court procedures, court decisions defining uses
and scope of the powers of the court, the Congress and
the presidency. Prerequisite: POLSC 101. (F)
POLSC 322 American Constitutional Law 3(3-0)
Survey of American constitutional law; emphasis on
Supreme Court decisions defining the extent and limits
and of governmental authority and the rights and liberties
of individual citizens. Prerequisite: POLSC 321 or
permission of instructor. (S)
POLSC 323 Criminal Law and Procedure 3(3-0)
Content and characteristics of criminal law and procedures.
Roles and functions of persons and agencies involved in
judicial administration. Prerequisite: POLSC 101. (F)
POLSC 324 Family Law 3(3-0)
Survey of legal issues concerning domestic relations;
Supreme Court decisions and legislative enactments.
Prerequisites: POLSC 101 and 320. (S)
POLSC 330 Introduction to Public Administration
3(3-0)
Role of public bureaucracy in modern society. Principles
and processes of public administration, personnel
management and administrative responsibility. Prerequisite:
POLSC 101. (*)
POLSC 340 Public Policy 3(3-0)
Introduces the process of formulation, implementation,
and evaluation of public policy. Examines program
development and execution in the context of political,
economic, and institutional environments. Prerequisite:
POLSC 101. (*)
POLSC 370 Political Thought 3(3-0)
Systematic survey of political thought from beginnings in
Ancient Near East to present. Emphasis on contributions
relevant to contemporary political theory. Prerequisite:
previous work in political science or philosophy.
Prerequisite: POLSC 250 or permission of instructor. (F)
POLSC 395 Independent Study (1-3 VAR)
Independent study involving specialized reading and
research. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (*)
Repeatable (6)
POLSC 405 The American Presidency 3(3-0)
Analysis of the powers and politics of the American
presidency and those who have held the office.
Presidential decision making, legislative and judicial
relationships, elections. Prerequisite: POLSC 101. (S)
POLSC 411 Legislatures and Legislation 3(3-0)
Organization, function, and process of American
legislatures at national, state and local levels. Party
organization, legislative procedures, lobbying and
legislative reorganization. Prerequisite: POLSC 101. (S)
POLSC 440 Area Study: Europe 3(3-0)
Introduction to the political, economic and military
structures and processes of the region. (*)
POLSC 445 Area Study: Latin America 3(3-0)
Introduction to the political, economic, and military
structures and processes of the region. (*)
POLSC 450 Area Studies: Asia and The Pacific 3(3-0)
Introduction to the political, economic and military
structures and processes of the region. (*)
POLSC 455 Area Study: Africa/Middle East 3(3-0)
Introduction to the political, economic and military
structures and processes of the region. (*)
POLSC 473 American Political Thought 3(3-0)
Development of American segment of modern political
thought from colonial times to present. Interrelationship of
individuals, ideas and institutions shaping modern
American political responses. (*)
POLSC 480 Practicum in Politics and Public Service
(3-6 VAR)
For advanced students. Practical experience as interns in
governmental agencies, political parties or legal offices.
Prerequisite: departmental permission. (S/U Grading) (*)
Repeatable (6)
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