POLS M01 Introduction to Politics
Surveys the nature and scope of political science including basic concepts, terms, contending theories, institutions, and subfields in the discipline.
POLS M02 Comparative Politics (3.0 units)
Examines the political behavior, institutions, interests, identities, and public policy of various governments. Includes case study examples taken from Europe and Asia.
POLS C1000 (formerly POLS M03)/ POLS C1000H (formerly POLS M03H)American Government and Politics (3.0 units)
Surveys the main characteristics, principles, structures, processes and procedures, and the historical background of the American system of government at the national, California state, and local levels.
POLS M04 International Relations (3.0 units)
Studies the organization and operation of the international political system. Examines the relationships between theory, powerful states, international institutions, and the contemporary issues that are presently threatening the peace and prosperity of millions of people worldwide.
POLS M05 National, State and Local Politics (3.0 units)
Introduces the study of subnational units including the three branches of state government and the structure of local governments. Compares and contrasts the structure of the national government to state and local structures.
POLS M06 Introduction to Political Theory (3.0 units)
Analyzes selected political theories and ideologies, relevance of theory to contemporary problems, and new approaches to political thought. Evaluates the contribution of theories towards a comprehensive understanding of political life and political institutions.
POLS M09 Research Methods (3.0 units)
Surveys the research methods employed in political science. Introduces the topics of research design, experimental procedures, descriptive methods, and instrumentation. Examines the collection, interpretation, and reporting of research data, as well as the ethics of research.
