Academic Courses
Course Descriptions
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POLS 207 | Comparative Government | (3-0) 3 Cr. Hrs. |
Course Description
This course is a comparative study of political communities. The course examines the development and spread of varied political ideologies (communism, fascism and liberalism) and their impact on crafting different approaches to governmental organization. A global approach to this topic will involve examining individual countries and regions from around the world.
Prerequisites
(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)
- None.
Course Competencies
Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- Summarize the rise and history of political ideologies in the modern world.
- Apply basic terms used in the comparative study of government.
- Analyze problems within and between particular countries.
- Identify emerging world political trends and conflicts.
- Examine how government institutions reflect different approaches to governmental organization.
- Analyze the formation and implementation of public policy in different political communities.
- Investigate levels of political participation and support for political parties among citizens and groups.
- Explain the importance of political parties in different political settings.
- Contrast differences between key political ideologies.
Note: This course may not be offered every semester.
Please check the POLS section of the current course schedule for availability.