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PHYS 477 - Astrophysics
Kepler’s laws and solar system, analysis of solar radiations, nuclear reactions in the sun, and other selected topics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 283 and PHYS 300.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 480 - Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
Applications of quantum physics to solids and materials including the mechanical, thermal, electrical, optical, and structural properties of materials.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 300 and PHYS 370.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 485 - Methods of Mathematical Physics II
Tensor analysis. Functions of complex variable residue calculus, partial differential equations of mathematical physics and Green’s function.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 385.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 490X - Science Across Time and Culture
Crosslisted as BIOS 484X, CHEM 490X, ENVS 475X, and GEOL 475. Examination of major concepts of science, and how they evolved. Comparison and contrast of the role and practice of science in various cultures and examination of the interaction between science, technology, and culture.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: GEOL 120 and GEOL 121, or consent of department.
Credits: 2
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PHYS 492 - Science Teaching in the Elementary, Middle, and Junior High School: Grades K-9
Crosslisted as GEOL 486X. Selected instructional methods and materials for teaching science in elementary, middle, and junior high schools with emphasis on the physical sciences. Analysis of modern curricula and practice in the use of associated laboratory materials developed for use at all levels from grades K-9. Designed for the classroom teacher and pre-teacher, but open to science supervisors and administrators. Not available for credit in the major.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: A general physical science course or equivalent and consent of department.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 493X - Interdisciplinary Teaching of Science in Secondary Education
Crosslisted as BIOS 402X, CHEM 493X, ENVS 483X, and GEOL 483. Methods and theory for the teaching of interdisciplinary science in grades 6-12. The nature and purpose of science and its underlying assumptions, the social and cultural challenges in science teaching, and the potential solutions to these challenges are explored through research, discussion, and reflection. Requirements include using state and national science standards to develop student learning objectives and to design inquiry-based lesson plans, micro-teaching, construction and use of assessment rubrics, and ongoing development of a professional portfolio.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 494 - Use of Technology in Secondary Science Teaching
Crosslisted as GEOL 484X. Selected methods for the evaluation and use of technology in both the instructional and laboratory setting in secondary science education. Topics may include the interfacing of computers for data acquisition in the laboratory, strategies for integrating the Internet into the curriculum, and use of video/multimedia equipment.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.
Credits: 2
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PHYS 495 - Teaching of Physical Sciences
Crosslisted as CHEM 495X and GEOL 495X. Preparation for licensure in grades 6-12 in one or more of the fields of physical science: physics, chemistry, earth science, and general science. Examination and analysis of modern curricula; classroom and laboratory organization; microteaching and observation of teaching; lesson planning; multicultural education; teaching science to the exceptional child; reading and the teaching of science; methods of evaluation.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department. CRQ: CHEM 401 or GEOL 401 or PHYS 401.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 496 - Transition to the Professional Physics Teacher
A transitioning experience in which the licensure candidate achieves closure on the initial phase of professional preparation and, upon that foundation, charts a path for continuing professional growth as a practicing teacher. Candidate will reflect on the preparatory experience and complete documentation demonstrating ability to perform as a qualified physics teacher. Directly addresses all INTASC, NSTA, and ISBE standards.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: PHYS 497 or consent of department.
Credits: 2
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PHYS 497 - Student Teaching (Secondary) in Physics/Physical Sciences
Student teaching in grades 9-12 for 12 weeks or for one semester. Assignments to be arranged with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Teacher Placement Office after approval by the Department of Physics. Not available for credit in the major.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 495 and consent of department.
Credits: 10
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PHYS 498 - Senior Seminar
Topics of current interest in physics and physics education. Attendance at the Department of Physics colloquium series required.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 374 and senior standing in physics.
Credits: 1
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PHYS 499 - Senior Project in Physics
Program of study and research in a special area of physics selected in consultation with a faculty member and approved by the department chair. Project results evaluated by a faculty panel. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHYS 374 and senior standing in physics.
Credits: 1-3
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POLS 100 - American Government and Politics
Principles, processes, and problems of American government and politics. Examines the impact of changes in contemporary American politics.
Credits: 3
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POLS 150 - Democracy in America
American democracy studied through the speeches and writings of political leaders involved in founding, preserving, and changing American politics and society. Emphasis on both democratic institutions and continuing problems of liberty and equality. The Federalist Papers and Tocqueville’s Democracy in America are standard texts.
Credits: 3
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POLS 210 - Introduction to Law and Courts
Introduction to the study of law and courts, including legal theory, judicial institutions, legal actors, legal systems and ways in which law is interrelated with politics, public policy and society.
Credits: 3
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POLS 220 - Introduction to Public Policy
Crosslisted as PSPA 220X. Factors important in the policy process through an examination of selected issue areas such as health, the environment, energy, and economic regulation. Politics of evaluation and its uses.
Credits: 3
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POLS 251 - Introduction to Political Philosophy
Discussion of the permanent questions of importance to political life such as “What is justice?” “What is the relationship between individual and political ethics?” “What is the relationship between political theory and political practice?” Discussion will proceed by studying political thought. Representative political thinkers are Plato, Machiavelli, Locke, Marx, and Dewey.
Credits: 3
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POLS 260 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
Comparative analysis of values, structures, and processes of selected foreign political systems, noting similarities to and differences from those of the United States.
Credits: 3
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POLS 285 - Introduction to International Relations
Theories, models, and concepts commonly used to explain international relations with an emphasis on the use of these constructs to analyze contemporary international problems and issues.
Credits: 3
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POLS 300 - American Presidential Elections
Survey and analysis of candidates, issues, and partisan trends in presidential elections from the era of the New Deal to the present. Also considers how election rules and campaign styles have changed over time. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 301 - Political Psychology
Examination of the social connections that form the basis of citizen views about politics. Emphasis on group identities, political information processing, cognition, and the role of emotions in American politics. Not available to students who have credit for POLS 407. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 302 - Government in Metropolitan Areas
Crosslisted as PSPA 302X. Examination of the political and structural elements of government in metropolitan areas. Emphasis on the impact of public and private influences exercised through the network of government agencies upon urban regions. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 303 - State and Local Government
Crosslisted as PSPA 303X. Examines the structure, functions, and governance dynamics of local and state governments. Includes relationships of local and state government legislative, executive, and administrative actors; management processes; and intergovernmental relations. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 304 - American Public Opinion
American political values, attitudes, and beliefs, the factors that influence their development, and the role of public opinion in American democracy. Survey research methods, including sampling, questionnaire design, and data collection methods. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 305 - Political Parties and Elections
Examination of the development, organization, and functions of political parties and elections in the American political system. Topics include the nature and function of political parties, nominations and elections, political campaigns and campaign finance, voting behavior and party realignment issues, and the role of the party in government policy-making. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 306 - The Mass Media in American Politics
Examination of the influence of the mass media and the elite media on American politics with particular emphasis on how the media relates to other systems of power and authority. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 307 - The U.S. Congress
Principles, organization, procedures, and activities of the U.S. Congress. Topics include elections, legislators and their districts, legislative committees, party leadership positions, and legislative-executive relations. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 308 - The American Presidency
Examination of the nature and evolution of the modern presidency and the leadership role of the president in such areas as administration, legislative affairs, and national security. Topics may also include selection, impeachment and presidential reputation. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 309 - American Electoral Democracy
Exploration of several facets of American Electoral Democracy, including voter eligibility, direct democracy, campaign finance, redistricting, the electoral college, and the mechanics of voting. Recommended: POLS 305.
Credits: 3
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POLS 310 - The U.S. Supreme Court
Principles, organization, procedures, and activities of the U.S. Supreme Court. Topics include appointments, public opinion, agenda-setting, oral argument, decision-making, opinion writing, and the Court’s relationship to other institutions including lower courts and the legislative and executive branches. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 312 - Law and Film
Analysis of feature films to explore topics such as law school and the legal profession, criminal and civil law, civil rights and liberties, and justice as it relates to race, gender, and class.
Credits: 3
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POLS 314 - Law, Politics, and Baseball
Analysis of the legal and political aspects of baseball to explore topics such as the relationship between business and government, antitrust law, labor-management relations, and discrimination as it relates to race, gender, and class.
Credits: 3
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POLS 317 - Judicial Politics
Organization and operation of trial and appellate courts, selection of judges, varieties of litigation, factors influencing judicial decision-making, and impact of and compliance with judicial decisions. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 320 - Biopolitics and Human Nature
Crosslisted as BIOS 320X. The moral and political debates provoked by Darwinian biology in explaining human nature. Possible topics include sex differences, crime, the IQ debate, the moral sense, and the neurology of social behavior. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 321 - The Origin of Politics
Drawing on a version of modern evolutionary theory to frame the approach to studying political behavior, examines the biological bases of political behavior. Intersection of biological and social sciences is tapped for insights and new interpretations of political attitudes and behaviors. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 322 - Politics and the Life Sciences
Crosslisted as BIOS 322X. Analysis of the major social problems and political issues emerging from rapid advances in the life sciences with emphasis on biotechnology and biomedical policy. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 323 - Biomedicine and the Law
Examination of judicial and legislative responses to developments in biomedicine. Evaluation of governmental role in medical and scientific decision making. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 324 - Politics of Environmental Health and Safety Regulation
How environmental, health, and safety risks are assessed and regulated in the United States. May include study of the role scientists, interest groups, public opinion, the media, political culture, economics, and other factors play in risk assessment and regulation, and may involve participation in faculty research. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 326 - Nonprofit Management
Crosslisted as PSPA 326X. Examines the role of nonprofit organizations in the policy process from advocacy through service delivery. Emphasis on management/administration and the delivery of public services. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 327 - E-governance
Crosslisted as PSPA 327X. Examines the policy issues and management practices associated with the use of information and communication technologies in governance. Governance includes the production and delivery of public information and services as well as citizen and stakeholder participation in making those production and delivery decisions. Issues include information access, digital divide, electronic privacy and security, and online citizen participation. Topics on managing information technology in government include e-government web portals, information resource management, knowledge management, strategic information technology management, and others.
Credits: 3
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POLS 330 - Bureaucracy and the Public Policy Process
Crosslisted as PSPA 330X. Role of the bureaucracy in the formation and implementation of public policy. Includes the interaction of public agencies with other agencies, chief executives, legislatures, courts, other levels of government, parties, interest groups, and the media. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 331 - Public Administration
Crosslisted as PSPA 331X. Leadership, decision making, organizational behavior, program effectiveness, and fiscal management in public administrative agencies. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 340 - Political Analysis
Concepts and principal methods of research in political science: techniques of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting findings.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Political science major.
Credits: 3
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POLS 341 - Political Participation and Behavior
Focus on the structural, psychological, and sociological factors associated with participation in the political process including both electoral and nonelectoral participation. Attention given to the impact of various levels and types of participation on the American and other major political systems. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 350 - Classical and Medieval Political Theory
Analysis of the fundamental problems of classical and medieval political philosophy. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 351 - Liberalism and Its Critics
Advocates and critics of the political philosophy of liberalism which contends that the purpose of civil society is to secure peaceful enjoyment of natural individual rights (life, liberty, and property). Representative authors include Hobbes, Locke, Smith, Rousseau, Burke, Marx, and Mill. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 352 - Nietzsche and Postmodern Politics
Moral and political implications of the writings of Friedrich Nietzsche and of his influence in the 20th century. Possible additional authors include Heidegger and Derrida. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 353 - Democratic Theory
Examination of both the abstract ideal of democracy and issues relating to its practical application within political societies. Contemporary democratic theory is studied in relation to the history of political thought with a view to assessing the desirability, fairness, and practicability of democracy as a form of government. Readings include Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Alexis de Tocqueville along with prominent contemporary scholars.
Credits: 3
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POLS 354 - Natural Right and Law
Examination of the views of ancient, medieval, and modern political philosophers concerning the nature and foundation of justice and its relationship to law and the political order. Representative authors include Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, and Montesquieu. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 355 - African-American Political Thought
Examination and critical analysis of African-American political and social ideas, from the colonial period to the end of the 20th century. Study of the social and political aspects of African-American society through the use of primary materials, speeches, and published articles from African-American political and social leaders. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 356 - American Political Thought I
Analysis of the political thought of selected American statesmen and stateswomen having political responsibility at the critical moments in American history. Attention given to the relationship between the political philosophy in their thinking and the political actions they initiated. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 357 - American Political Thought II
Analysis of topics in American political thought which reflect major political controversies in American history, for example, liberty and equality, liberalism and conservatism, American political rhetoric. Topics vary. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 358 - Religion and the Constitution
Examination of the constitutional relations of religion and American politics in light of modern political philosophy, the Founders’ political thought, and historical and contemporary constitutional controversies involving religion. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 359 - War, Empire, and Ethics
Examination of questions of justice and interest as they arise in the context of war. Study of views of political philosophers and historians. Representative authors include Thuycidides, Machiavelli, Kant, Hobbes, and Walzer. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 360 - Government and Politics in Western Europe
Analysis of governmental institutions, political processes, and environmental factors which affect political behavior in representative European countries; includes a substantial component on the European community. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 361 - British Government and Politics
Development, structure, functions, and processes of government and politics in Great Britain. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 362 - Politics of Developing Areas
Broad comparative introduction to the problems and politics of developing areas (i.e., Asia, Latin America, Middle East). Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 363 - Dictatorships and Democracies
Examination of a range of approaches to studying democracy and authoritarianism across the world, including those which emphasize political culture, economic growth and crisis, political elites, class conflict, civil society and globalization. Case studies may focus on specific regions of the world.
Credits: 3
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POLS 365 - Origins of Political Order
A comparative examination of the process of state formation and the character of state—society relations across the world. In examining different regions, the course will draw upon and seek to contribute to theoretical understandings of how states are constructed and how they relate-across time and space—with various social forces. Case studies may focus on specific regions of the world.
Credits: 3
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POLS 366 - Politics of Russia and Eurasia
Comparative analysis of politics and government in Russia and other selected Eurasian states, with emphasis on developments since the breakup of the Soviet Union. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 368 - Politics of Africa
Colonialism and nationalism in Africa; the emergence of independent governments; contemporary political and administrative problems. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 371 - Politics in Southeast Asia
Comparative study of governmental and political institutions and processes in countries such as Vietnam, Malaysia, Kampuchea, Laos, Thailand, and Indonesia. Focus on issues such as ideological and minority conflicts, insurgencies, refugees, military rule, prospects for democracy, and United States interests in Southeast Asia. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 372 - Politics of China, Japan, and Korea
Examination of political processes and public policies of three major nations of Northeast Asia with emphasis on government institutions and economic development. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 373 - Women and Politics
Focus on women’s political roles from a variety of cultural perspectives; emphasizes political socialization, access to the policy process, and women as politicians and decision-makers. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 375 - Middle East Politics
Comparative examination of selected Middle Eastern states, with emphasis on contemporary political systems, public policies, and foreign relations. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 376 - Political Violence
Introduction to theories of political conflict, political opposition, and methods of concluding violent conflicts, including war. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 377 - Revolt, Revolution, and Genocide
Comparative analysis of revolts, revolutions and genocide examining such questions as the failure and success of revolts and revolutions in bringing about democracy; the role modern communications play in revolts and revolutions; the links between revolts, revolutions and genocide; and the role of the international community in preventing and redressing incidents of genocide.
Credits: 3
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POLS 378 - Political Islam
Analysis of various political and social phenomena in predominantly-Muslim nations including Islamic movements, religious parties, Islam and democracy, Islamic courts and laws, women’s rights, religious radicalism and violence.
Credits: 3
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POLS 380 - American Foreign Policy
Examination of the substance of American foreign policy, with attention to issues such as presidential management of foreign affairs, international crises, or U.S. policy toward selected regions of the world. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 381 - Regional Security
Survey of issues in regional security, highlighting the politics of cooperation and conflict in one or more regions of the world and analyzing the repercussions of regional security issues on the international system.
Credits: 3
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POLS 382 - Topics in Contemporary Security
Analysis of major theoretical perspectives and debates associated with contemporary conflicts, including issues such as terrorism, drone warfare, civil wars, conflict in developing nations, inter-state conflict, nuclear weapons development, small-arms proliferation, and religious violence.
Credits: 3
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POLS 383 - International Political Economy
International political economy since World War II: relations among advanced industrialized states; interaction among developed and developing economies; and policy choices confronting the United States. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 384 - Contemporary Foreign Policy
Examination of contemporary foreign policy, with emphasis on the determinants, objectives, and strategies of selected states and regions. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours. Recommended POLS 285.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: At least a sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 387 - International Security
Survey of the most salient issues in international security, including topics such as nuclear proliferation, intrastate conflicts, conflict management, and interstate rivalry.
Credits: 3
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POLS 388 - U.S. National Security Policy
Examination of contemporary American defense policy, with emphasis on a broad range of national and global security threats. Attention given to national interests and capabilities, international responsibilities, and selected policies and strategies. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 389 - International Law and Organization
Principles of the international law of peace, war, and neutrality. The origins, structure, and functioning of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. Contemporary problems. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 390 - Politics and Popular Music
Analysis of popular music to explore topics such as protest songs, political campaign songs, benefit concerts, and the connection between musicians and social movements with particular emphasis on issues of race, gender, and class.
Credits: 3
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POLS 392 - Politics and Film
Analysis of feature films to explore topics such as war, revolution, civil liberties, alienation, and conflict rooted in race, gender, and class. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 393 - Political Science Career
Exploration of career options for political science majors. This one-credit course will assist students with the identification of career paths, the development of skills (e.g., résumé creation, interviewing techniques, adopting professional attitudes and behavior), and provide coaching and mentoring opportunities.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Political science major and sophomore or junior standing.
Credits: 1
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POLS 395 - Contemporary Topics in Political Science
Selected topics in the analysis and evaluation of political phenomena in a variety of settings. Topics vary each semester. May be taken a total of three times as topic changes. Enrollment in multiple sections of POLS 395 in a semester is permitted. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 401X - Third Clinical Secondary School Experience in History/Social Sciences
Crosslisted as ANTH 401X, ECON 401X, GEOG 401X, HIST 401, PSYC 401X, and SOCI 401X. Discipline-based clinical experiences for prospective secondary teachers in history and social sciences. Observations, evaluation, and practicum on methods and problems in teaching in the discipline. Includes a minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised and formally evaluated experiences in the particular setting likely for the student teaching experience. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department. CRQ: ANTH 496X or ECON 496X or GEOG 496X or HIST 496 or POLS 496X or PSYC 496X or SOCI 496X.
Credits: 1-2
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POLS 410 - Constitutional Law I
Judicial, legislative, and executive powers, war and emergency powers, federalism, the commerce clause, taxing and spending powers, the state police power, inter- and intrastate relations, the Supreme Court and economic policy. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 411 - Constitutional Law II
Economic liberties and property rights, equal protection of the law, due process, incorporation of the Bill of Rights, right to counsel, right against compelled self-incrimination, right against cruel and unusual punishment, and right against unreasonable searches and seizures. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 412 - Constitutional Law III
The First Amendment: freedoms of speech, association, assembly, press, and religion, and the right to privacy. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 414 - Topics in Law and Social Problems
Examination and analysis of the enduring questions of importance for the legal system. Problems illustrating the intersection of law, morality, and politics are set in the context of contemporary issues. Specific focus of the course changes each semester. May be repeated once as topic changes. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 415 - Criminal Law
Focus on substantive criminal law: functions of the criminal law, crimes against the person, crimes against property, attempt, conspiracy, solicitation, and crimes without victims. May include elements of criminal procedures. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 418 - Jurisprudence
Analysis of the foundations of legal systems. Interrelationship of law, morality, and politics. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 419 - Mock Trial
Collegiate mock trial competitions. Case preparation as an advocate for either side; role playing as witnesses and trial attorney; understanding and using the rules of evidence; actual trial advocacy; research and delivering arguments. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Credits: 3
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POLS 490 - Internship in Political Science
Admission upon written approval by the internship coordinator for the Department of Political Science. Credit awarded to qualified students upon completion of an internship or other experiential learning related to the field and writing assignments. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours with departmental approval.
Credits: 3
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POLS 491H - Honors Apprenticeship
Students have three options: (1) internship, (2) teaching assistantship, (3) research assistantship. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Admission to department’s honors program and permission of instructor. S/U grading.
Credits: 3
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POLS 492 - Model United Nations
Develop understanding of global governance, the functioning of the United Nations, and contemporary issues of international conflict and collaboration through study of these issues, and participation in organized United Nations simulations where students will represent the countries NIU is fielding in a given semester. S/U grading.
Credits: 1
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POLS 494 - Senior Seminar in Political Science
Advanced seminar in the general problems of political science related to such concepts as power, elites, interest groups, aggregation analysis, political culture and socialization, the nature of the nation-state system, and methods of survey research.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Senior standing and consent of department.
Credits: 3
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POLS 495 - Seminar in Current Problems
Contemporary issues and policies in government and politics. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POLS 496 - Independent Study in Political Science
Special readings and topics in political science. Open only to junior and senior majors in political science with a GPA of 3.00 or above and 12 semester hours in political science. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.
Credits: 1-6
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POLS 496H - Honors Independent Study in Political Science
Special readings and topics in political science. Students will attend a 500(600)-level Political Science graduate seminar, with assignments modified as appropriate for an Honors undergraduate. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Admission to department’s honors program and permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POLS 496X - History and Social Science Instruction for Secondary and Middle Grades Educators
Crosslisted as ANTH 496X, ECON 496X, GEOG 496X, HIST 496, PSYC 496X, and SOCI 496X. Organization and presentation of materials for history and social science courses at the middle grades and secondary levels.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Admission to the history or social science secondary or middle grades educator licensure program and permission of the Department of History’s office of secondary educator licensure.
Credits: 3
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POLS 497 - Small-Group Study in Political Science
Small groups of participants study topics under the guidance of an instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours, but only 6 semester hours may be applied towards the major. Students may enroll up to three credit hours per semester. Recommended: At least sophomore standing.
Credits: 1
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POLS 498 - Seminar Abroad
A foreign study course to be arranged with the department chair.
Credits: 3-9
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POLS 499 - Senior Honors Thesis
Preparation of an honors thesis under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Admission to department and/or university honors program and permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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