This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. No credit if taken after POLS C1000H or POLS 001. Formerly POLS 001. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Comparative study of constitutional principles, governmental institutions and political processes in selected contemporary nations. Emphasis on the U.S. and major European governments. POLS C1000 and 002 usually required for advanced political science courses. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Introduction to various aspects of World Politics including the role of major political, social, economic, and defense institutions in countries. The model is American policy and relationship to global and bilateral institutions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Scope and methods of political science; basic political philosophies and ideologies; some concepts of the modern state, public law, public administration and government. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Independent study provides individual students with challenging and in-depth study on approved topics within political science. Enrollment in Independent Study requires the approval of the division dean. It is expected that the study will be of an advanced nature and extend beyond the content scope of existing courses Interested students should contact the discipline faculty for more information. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Study of the impact of government policies on the economy at the local, national, and global levels. Topics covered may include classical, Marxian, Keynesian, and neoliberal theories of political economy; theories of the state/government; and the relation of politics and economics on development, globalization, inequality, social groups, classes, democracy, and the environment. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Exploration of the nature and role of major political theories from ancient times to the present; central questions of political life, views of human nature, political organizations, power, justice, and revolutions. Total of 54 hours lecture.