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POSC 101 Introduction to Political Science (3)
A survey of political science, including an examination of various political systems, institutions and ideologies found in the contemporary world.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 104 American Federal Government (3)
A study of the underlying principles, organizational structure, processes and problems of the American federal system of government. Emphasis will be placed on the national government.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 201 Political Science Research and Writing (3)
Provides students an opportunity to practice and improve their writing and research skills. Particular attention will be given to evaluation of scholarly sources and competing claims.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 202 State and Local Government (3)
A study of the underlying principles, organizational structure, processes, and problems of state and local governments in the U.S.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 204 Public Administration (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
Introduction to modern theories of administration; the relation of administration to the political system and process; and analysis of administrative organizations and functions.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 205 Community Based Research (3)
This service learning course teaches the theory and practical application of research methodology to meet contemporary community needs.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 206 Contemporary Political Issues (3)
An analytical introduction to current political issues and conflicts and how they are studied by the political scientist.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 220 Special Topics in Political Science (1-3)
A specialized study of various topics and problems in the field of political science. Each offering of the course will be planned around a separate and different topic, chosen and designed by the individual instructor.
1-3 hours lecture
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POSC 303 International Relations (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 .
An analysis of the current international system and its origins. Special emphasis is placed on current international problems and the role of the United States in world affairs.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 304 Comparative Government (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A comparative analysis of the political processes of state systems outside the United States.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 305 The Politics of Organized Interests (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A study of the roles, motivations, and operations of organized interests in the United States and the political context in which they operate, with an emphasis on the study of power in American society through the pluralist and elite paradigms.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 306 Political Parties and the Election Process (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A study of the nature, functions, organizations, and activities of political parties and the process of nomination, campaigns, and elections in the American political system.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 307 West Virginia History, Geography, and Government (3)
A study of the geography, history, and government of West Virginia from the days of early settlement to the present. Special attention is given to current problems.
Also listed as: HIST 307
3 hours lecture
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POSC 329 The Politics of the Middle East (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 .
A survey of the recent histories and current political conditions of states in the Middle East and North Africa.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 338 Modern Political Ideologies (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 .
A problems course examining the major ideological systems that have shaped contemporary politics. The course will examine the history as well as current relevance of these ideologies. Each particular offering of the course will vary in specific content.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 351 American Political Philosophy (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 104 .
The study of American political thought that examines the writings of major figures in American intellectual history.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 369 Legislative Process (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A study of the structure and behavior of the United States Congress and state legislatures with emphasis placed on representation, institutional arrangements, the lawmaking process, and problems and trends in legislative governance.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 379 The Executive Process (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A study of the structure and behavior of the United States Presidency and state governorships with emphasis placed on the powers and limitations, institutional arrangements, involvement in the policymaking process, and problems and trends in executive governance.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 390 Judicial Politics (3)
A study of the structure and behavior of the American judicial system with emphasis placed on the structure of the American judicial system, the roles played by various individuals and groups in the system, and the prospects for future changes in the system.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 401 Constitutional Law (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A study of leading constitutional decisions of the United States Supreme Court and their effects upon the American system of government, as well as an examination of the origin and development of civil rights and liberties in the United States as contained in the Constitution and as interpreted through Supreme Court and lower Federal Court cases.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 405 Political Theory (3)
Prerequisites: Recommended: POSC 101 and POSC 104 .
A selective history of political theory from the ancient Greeks to the 20th Century.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 430 Seminar in Political Science (3)
A capstone course with variable emphasis, intended for POSC majors and minors in their junior or senior year.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 440 Independent Study (1-3)
1-3 hours independent study
1-3 hours independent study
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POSC 450 Internship (1-6)
This internship will afford students academic and professional experience in a suitable private or non-profit setting.
1-6 hours internship
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POSC 480 Honors (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
3 hours lecture
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POSC 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
3 hours lecture
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