Associate of Arts
Political Science
Degrees and Certificates
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Political Science: Sample Transfer Plan,
Courses
PLSC 1513: American Government
Credits 3The student will describe and analyze the basic principles of the U.S. Constitution, the role of voters, political parties, campaigns, and the structure and processes of the three branches of the national government.
PLSC 1523: State and Local Government
Credits 3The student will describe and analyze the role of state and local governments in the American Union. He or she will describe the differences in the branches of various state governments and in the structures of local governments and the problems of conflicting local jurisdictions.
PLSC 1553: Comparative Government
Credits 3The student will compare and contrast the problems, political institutions, and political processes of countries throughout the world. He or she will examine in detail the similarities and differences of the political systems of Great Britain, France, Germany, and Russia.
PLSC 1723: European Politics
Credits 3This course is offered through the Study Abroad program. Consult an advisor in Student Affairs for more details.
PLSC 2613: Introduction to International Relations
Credits 3This course introduces students to the study of international relations as a broad sphere of international human interaction with subcategories of international organizations, politics, law, economics, security affairs, and development. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of power, legitimacy, morality, and welfare through a study of contemporary theory and practice in international relations.