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POLS 1342 |
SOCIAL SCIENCE STATISTICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
An introduction to applied statistics. Topics will include measurement theory, measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, the normal curve and probability, sampling theory, correlation and regression, t-test and Chi-square test, data analysis. May not be used by mathematics majors to satisfy mathematics requirements. Students with credit for POLS 1342 will not receive credit for MATH 1342, PSYC 1342 or SOCI 1342. (Formerly PS 221)
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POLS 2305 |
U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
The theory and structure of the U.S. Constitution is examined, with special emphasis on its evolution into our present system. Attention will be given to the modern roles of the Presidency, Congress, the judiciary, parties, pressure groups, and political behavior. (Meets the University core requirement and the Texas state statutory requirement in United States government.) (Formerly PS 101) [Common course GOVT 2305]
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POLS 2306 |
STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT |
3 sem. hrs. |
The politics, government, and administration of American states, counties, cities, and special districts, with special emphasis on Texas. (Meets the University core requirement and the Texas state statutory requirement in Texas government.) (Formerly PS 102) [Common course GOVT 2306]
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POLS 2390 |
ISSUES IN POLITICAL SCIENCE |
3 sem. hrs. |
Political analysis of contemporary issues. Theme of course will vary with each semester. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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POLS 3303 |
CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL ANALYSIS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Analysis of current problems in national and international politics. Emphasis is on methods of analysis, particularly the use of computers. (Formerly PS 303)
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POLS 3311 |
WOMEN AND POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
The course will examine public policies affecting women, political participation, women in public office, and political attitudes of women.
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POLS 3312 |
CAMPAIGN POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
A survey of the literature on campaigns and elections. The student may (but is not required to) work with the staff of a political candidate and will participate in a community survey. (Formerly PS 312)
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POLS 3313 |
THE LEGISLATIVE PROCESS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Survey and description of the legislative process in the United States Congress with relevant comparisons to practices within the several states and foreign nations. Emphasis upon the law-making process explained in terms of structure, participants, groups, associations and power relationships. (Formerly PS 313)
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POLS 3314 |
POLITICS, OPINION & THE MEDIA |
3 sem. hrs. |
This course examines the political opinions, beliefs and attitudes of the public. The formation of political beliefs and attitudes, the properties and patterns of opinion, and the impact of opinion holding on political behavior and public policy is explored. Special attention is focused on the role of the media and its impact on the opinion process and on political behavior. (Formerly PS 314)
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POLS 3315 |
PARTIES & INTEREST GROUPS |
3 sem. hrs. |
The role and significance of parties and interest groups in the political process. The origins, functions, structures, objectives and political activities of political parties and interest groups. (Formerly PS 315)
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POLS 3316 |
THE AMERICAN PRESIDENCY |
3 sem. hrs. |
A study of the federal executive branch with an emphasis upon the American Presidency with its relationships to other American political institutions and processes. (Suggested background POLS 2305 [Common course GOVT 2305] or 3301.) (Formerly PS 316)
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POLS 3317 |
JUDICIAL POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
This course examines the political factors that influence judicial selection, decision-making and the policy-making role of courts. Furthermore, attention is directed at the impact of court decisions and the structure of the judiciary. (Formerly PS 310)
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POLS 3321 |
COMPARATIVE POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Some advanced concepts, theories and analytical frameworks for comparing different types of political systems around the world. Emphasis is placed on learning about different political systems and using the comparative method to evaluate and develop a richer understanding of politics, political culture, political behavior, and political institutions. (Formerly PS 321)
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POLS 3331 |
INTERNATIONAL POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Examination of the structure and function of the international system focusing on the power relationships among states, international organizations, and the critical issues animating contemporary international politics. (Formerly PS 331)
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POLS 3341 |
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION |
3 sem. hrs. |
Study of organization and management theories and practices of public administration affecting federal and subnational governments. Bureaucratic structures and procedures will be examined for their effects on policy, program development and evaluation. (Formerly PS 441)
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POLS 3342 |
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC POLICY |
3 sem. hrs. |
A survey of the policy process in the United States. The course will examine factors affecting the development, implementation and impact of public policies as well as a discussion of policy alternatives and controversies.
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POLS 3351 |
U.S. CONSTITUTION AND FEDERALISM |
3 sem. hrs. |
The course will examine the development of the U.S. Constitution since 1789 through legal decisions and interpretations. The development, evolution, and interpretations of federalism are also addressed. (Note: This course will complete the Texas Teacher Certification requirement in government for those who already have three semester hours in U.S. Government and need three additional semester hours that include the government and constitution of Texas.)
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POLS 3361 |
WESTERN POLITICAL THEORY |
3 sem. hrs. |
The fundamental concepts and problems of political theory, as viewed by the major classical philosophers and contemporary theorists, including justice, power, authority, obligation, freedom, equality. (Formerly PS 361)
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POLS 3365 |
POLITICAL THEORY & IDEOLOGIES |
3 sem. hrs. |
Major 19th and 20th-Century political theorists and ideological movements. Includes a review of capitalism, socialism, fascism and liberalism. (Formerly PS 365)
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POLS 4311 |
URBAN POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
The institutions, political processes and policy issues of urban areas of the United States. (Formerly PS 411)
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POLS 4312 |
GOVERNMENT BUDGETING AND FINANCE |
3 sem. hrs. |
Study of the politics and processes of governmental budgeting at local, state, and federal levels with emphasis on the interrelatedness of governmental units through budgeting. (Formerly PS 412)
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POLS 4315 |
LATINO POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Political analysis of the Latino/Hispanic political situation. Topics of inquiry include contemporary problems, political action, political participation, social policy, and political organization. Special emphasis will be given to Mexican-American politics in Texas. (Formerly PS 415)
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POLS 4325 |
POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA |
3 sem. hrs. |
Latin American governments and politics as related to such topical problems and processes as land reform and expropriation. (Formerly PS 425)
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POLS 4361 |
AMERICAN POLITICAL THOUGHT |
3 sem. hrs. |
A survey of the major developments in American political thought from the Colonial period to the present, followed by an analysis of important recent theoretical developments in American political thought. (Formerly PS 461)
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POLS 4390 |
TOPICS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE |
3 sem. hrs. |
May be repeated for credit when topic varies. (Formerly PS 490)
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POLS 4396 |
DIRECTED INDIVIDUAL STUDY |
3 sem. hrs. |
See College description. Offered on application. (Formerly PS 496)
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POLS 5315 |
SEMINAR IN URBAN POLITICS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Configurative and comparative analysis of contemporary political development in urban and metropolitan areas. May be repeated when topics vary. (Formerly PS 515)
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POLS 5325 |
SEMINAR IN POLITICAL BEHAVIOR |
3 sem. hrs. |
Analysis of topics and theories of political behavior, such as electoral, organizational, elite and mass political activity. May be repeated when topics vary. (Formerly PS 525)
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POLS 5335 |
SEMINAR IN POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS |
3 sem. hrs. |
Analysis of frameworks of political order; review of selected political systems and institutional characteristics from both comparative and configurative perspectives. May be repeated when topics vary. (Formerly PS 535)
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POLS 5345 |
SEMINAR IN PUBLIC POLICY |
3 sem. hrs. |
Analysis of the making of public policy and policy output in selected political systems, consideration of foreign and domestic policy, and of policy making at various levels of governmental structure. May be repeated when topics vary. (Formerly PS 545)
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POLS 5396 |
INDIVIDUAL STUDY |
3 sem. hrs. |
See College description. Offered on application. (Formerly PS 496)
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