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PHYS 325 - Biophysics
Prerequisites, MATH 111 or MATH 116 , and PHYS 107 , PHYS 108 or PHYS 101 , PHYS 102 . This course is a general introduction to the application of the principles, methods, and techniques of physics to understand fundamental phenomena in biology at the molecular and cellular levels. The course consists of complementary perspectives of life, an equilibrium view of life at rest and a non-equilibrium view of life in motion, undertaken with a necessarily interdisciplinary approach, integrating concepts from physics (statistical thermodynamics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism), biology, chemistry, and biochemistry. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PHYS 326 - Cosmology
Prerequisites, PHYS 101 , PHYS 102 . Introduction to modern astronomy, astronomical observations including from space observations and associated theory. The course emphasizes astrophysical processes, birth and death of stars, stellar evolution, formation of elements; planetary systems, star clusters, the Milky Way galaxy. The student will learn forefront topics of modern astronomy, including binary stars, compact galactic sources, white dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes. High energy observations and theories of accreting sources. Finally, the student will learn topics of modern cosmology, the expansion of the universe, active galaxies and the future of the universe. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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PHYS 329 - Experimental Course
Physics experimental courses are designed to offer additional opportunities to explore areas and subjects of special interest. Course titles, prerequisites, and credits may vary. Some courses require student lab fees. Specific course details will be listed in the course schedule. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. May be repeated for credit if the topic is different. Fee: TBD. (Offered as needed.) ½-4 credits
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PHYS 330 - Digital Logic Design I
(Same as CPSC 330 .) 3 credits
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PHYS 330L - Lab - Digital Logic Design I
(Same as CPSC 330L .) 1 credit
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PHYS 340 - Quantum Information Science
(Same as CPSC 320 .) Prerequisites, CPSC 230 and MATH 211 or MATH 215 . This multi-disciplinary course introduces the study of finite-dimensional collections of quantum bits. Using the circuit model of quantum computation, the course illustrates concrete algorithms that show an advantage over classical methods, including those discovered by Deutch-Josza, Simon, Grover, and Shor, along with basic error correction. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 350 - Experimental Methods in Optics
Prerequisites, PHYS 102 , MATH 215 . This introductory optics course focuses on the core principles of the interaction between matter and light, both theoretically and experimentally. Students will learn how to apply wave and particle properties of light to a wide range of applications, with an emphasis on experimental design, problem solving, and scientific communication. Topics include the nature of light, geometric optics, waves, interferometry, diffraction, polarization, and error analysis. This course combines both lecture and laboratory components. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PHYS 370 - Special Topics in Physics
Prerequisite, PHYS 202, or consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½-3 credits
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PHYS 421 - Electricity and Magnetism I
Prerequisites, PHYS 102 , PHYS 250 . Students study advanced topics in electricity and magnetism. These include boundary value problems, mutual generation of electromagnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, and the relation between special relativity and electromagnetism. Computational methods are emphasized. Lecture. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 422 - Electricity and Magnetism II
Prerequisites, PHYS 250 , PHYS 421 . The course introduces students to advanced topics in electricity and magnetism: conservation laws, electromagnetic waves, gauge symmetry, radiation, relativistic electrodynamics. The emphasis is placed on precise mathematical formulation of physical laws and development of computational techniques essential in applications. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 429 - Experimental Course
Physics experimental courses are designed to offer additional opportunities to explore areas and subjects of special interest. Course titles, prerequisites, and credits may vary. Some courses require student lab fees. Specific course details will be listed in the course schedule. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. May be repeated for credit if the topic is different. Fee: TBD. (Offered as needed.) ½-4 credits
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PHYS 430 - Thermodynamics I
Prerequisite, PHYS 201 . Students study the fundamentals of thermal physics, and the elegant regularities that emerge in systems of many particles. Computational methods are emphasized. Lecture. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 431 - Thermodynamics II
Prerequisites, MATH 350 , PHYS 430 . The course emphasizes that the combination of microscopic concepts with some statistical postulates leads readily to conclusions on a purely macroscopic level. First, basic probability concepts introduced and statistical methods used throughout all of physics. Statistical ideas are then applied to systems of particles in equilibrium to enhance an understanding of the basic notions of statistical mechanics, from which derive the purely macroscopic general statements of thermodynamics. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 451 - Quantum Mechanics
Prerequisites, PHYS 201 , PHYS 250 . Students study the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, its historical development, and its application. Computational methods are emphasized. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 452 - Quantum Mechanics II
Prerequisite, PHYS 451 . Students will study advanced quantum mechanics, its applications and an introduction to quantum information science including quantum computing and communication. Topics include time-independent and time-dependent perturbation theory, the variational principle, the adiabatic approximation, the WKB approximation, quantum information science, quantum teleportation, quantum computing and quantum paradoxes. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 453 - Foundations of Quantum Mechanics
(Same as MATH 453 .) This course explores the mathematical and conceptual foundations of quantum theory. Exemplar experiments motivate discussion throughout, including quantum interference, EPR-Bell nonlocality, delayed choice experiments, interaction-free measurement, and geometric phases. Topics include operational quantum theory, ontological models, and interpretations of quantum theory. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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PHYS 491 - Student-Faculty Research/Creative Activity
Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Students engage in independent, faculty-mentored scholarly research/creative activity in their discipline which develops fundamentally novel knowledge, content, and/or data. Topics or projects are chosen after discussions between student and instructor who agree upon objective and scope. P/NP or letter grade option with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 1-3 credits
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PHYS 499 - Individual Study
Prerequisites, consent of instructor, approval of petition. Supervised individual study in selected areas of physics. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 1-3 credits
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POSC 110 - Introduction to American Politics
An introduction to the institutions and political processes of American government. Topics include an overview of the cultural and ideological background of the American system of government, its constitutional foundations, the various actors at all levels of the political system, individual rights and liberties, and the policymaking process. This course satisfies the U.S. Constitution requirement for a California Teaching Credential. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 120 - Introduction to International Relations
(Same as PCST 120 .) An introduction to the theories and concepts within the field of international relations. Topics include major global issues such as conflict, development, technological growth, current events, ecosystem balance, war and violence, and the distribution of power and resources. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 130 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
An introduction to the political systems of major countries in a comparative perspective. Topics include comparisons of countries such as Britain, France, Japan, and Mexico, along with implications for economic planning, social welfare, and human rights. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 150 - Introduction to Disability Studies; Challenging Myths of Normalcy
(Same as IES 150 , PCST 160 .) 3 credits
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POSC 201 - Political Research Design
Prerequisites, sophomore standing, political science major. An introduction to social science methodology and research design within the discipline of Political Science. Topics include how to design and conduct surveys, experiments, and content analyses, as well as attention given to the needs of students as consumers of political research, i.e. trying to make sense out of daily reports on political findings in newspapers, television, and magazines. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 209 - Introduction to Political Theory
Prerequisite, political science major. Political Theory poses questions concerning the nature of freedom, equality, justice, democracy, political obligation, power, and the validity of different political systems. This course introduces students to some of the analytical and critical methods of political theory, and to some of the debates in which political theorists are engaged. This course is required of all students majoring in Political Science. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 210 - Modern Middle East History
(Same as HIST 210 .) 3 credits
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POSC 212 - Introduction to Public Administration
This is an introductory course designed to give students a working knowledge of the history, theories, and practice of public administration in the United States at the national, state, and local levels. Students are introduced to the concepts and major topics of public administration and its intellectual development. Attention is given to its practical application through case studies. This course will provide an overview of all subjects in the field and will serve as a basis for further study in public administration. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 229 - Experimental Course
(Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 239 - People With Disabilities in Politics and Society
(Same as PCST 239 .) 3 credits
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POSC 251 - Intercultural Conflict and Communication
(Same as PCST 251 .) 3 credits
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POSC 257 - Model United Nations I
(Same as PCST 257 .) 3 credits
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POSC 290 - Independent Internship
P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 1-3 credits
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POSC 291 - Student-Faculty Research/Creative Activity
Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Students engage in independent, faculty-mentored scholarly research/creative activity in their discipline which develops fundamentally novel knowledge, content, and/or data. Topics or projects are chosen after discussions between student and instructor who agree upon objective and scope. P/NP or letter grade option with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (Offered every semester.) 1-3 credits
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POSC 299 - Individual Study
Prerequisites, freshman, or sophomore standing only and consent of instructor. For students who wish to pursue a special area of study not included in the curriculum. To enroll in individual study and research, students must complete the individual study and research form (available from the Office of the University Registrar) and obtain the signatures of the department chair of the course and course instructor. Students should spend 40 to 50 hours in instruction and research for each credit of individual study. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 300 - American Political Thought
A survey of American political thought from the colonial era to the present. Topics include how the modern United States is shaped by contending ideas regarding democracy, capitalism, social welfare, elite rule, theocracy, and liberty, and how these issues have evolved over the history of the United States. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 301 - Ancient to Medieval Political Philosophy
Students in this course study the political ideas of selected thinkers from Ancient Greece to the 16th century, with a view toward understanding both the elaboration and development of key concepts of political philosophy, and how political philosophy can help us understand contemporary issues. Emphasis is placed on the reading of classic texts. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 302 - Modern Political Philosophy
Students in this course study the political ideas of selected thinkers from the modern period, with a view toward understanding both the elaboration and development of key concepts of political philosophy, and how political philosophy can help us understand contemporary issues. Emphasis is placed on the reading of classic texts. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 303 - La Vie Politique en France/French Political Life (Cannes)
Political institutions of the Fifth Republic, the roles of the president of the republic, the government and parliament, the constitution, administrative functions at various levels of government from national to local, and the present political situation. 3 credits
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POSC 304 - Citizenship in Theory and Practice
A historical survey of the theory and practice of citizenship. Topics include citizenship in the American experience; and contemporary citizenship issues such as global citizenship, the status of the environment, and the inclusion or exclusion of a variety of cultural, economic, and social differences from the political community. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 305 - Democratic Theory
An examination of different models and kinds of democracy. Topics include ways that the United States achieves democratic ideals and the ways it falls short, the tensions between democracy and competing economic systems, and ways to deepen or extend democratic ideals. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 309 - Sexual Politics in a Diverse Society
An examination of the interrelationships between political, legal, religious, and social constructs of sexuality. Topics include the historical emergence of gay and lesbian politics through the voices and observations of participants, with a special focus on regimes of governance, gender issues, AIDS, and pivotal court cases. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 310 - The Presidency
An examination of the executive branch of the federal government and the role of presidential leadership within the American political system. Topics include the constitutional foundations of presidential power, the presidential selection process, presidential relations within a separated system, presidential policy making, and the influences of public opinion and the mass media on the presidency. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 311 - Congress
An examination of the legislative branch and its role in policymaking within American government. Topics include the institutional structure of Congress, the committee system, roles of the party and leadership systems, congressional elections and incumbency, and the congressional/presidential relationship in the area of policymaking. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 313 - The Supreme Court
An examination of the judicial branch of the federal government, specifically the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in governing. Topics include constitutional foundations of the judicial branch, judicial review, the nomination and selection of justices and judges, the implementation of court decisions, and the role of an activist versus restrained Supreme Court in national policymaking. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 314 - California Politics
A study of the governing and political processes within California. Topics include the three branches of government at the state level, the state constitution, and the various political actors involved in the policymaking process, as well as how the state government addresses the conflicting needs of its diverse population, industries, and natural resources. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 315 - Campaigns and Elections
An examination of the electoral process within the American political system. Topics include voting and suffrage, the history and effectiveness of political parties, the impact of interest groups and political action committees on elections, campaign finance reform, the role of public opinion and the mass media during campaigns, and possible election reforms. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 316 - Public Opinion and Voting Behavior
A study of the demographic and attitudinal factors, as well as systemic factors such as the media and the configuration of the political system, that influence political behavior. Topics include public opinion and voting behavior through an examination of social-psychological, rational actor, and systemic theories. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 317 - Media and Politics
An examination of the role of the mass media in the American political process. Topics include various models and theories of political communication, the construction of news, agenda setting, mass media effects, campaign communications, and the impact of press coverage of political actors and institutions. Some sections may be taught with COM 317 . (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 318 - Women and Politics
An examination of the impact of women in the American political and electoral process as voters, candidates, and office holders. Topics include the history of the women’s movement in the United States, the women’s suffrage movement, feminism, the impact of gender on the electoral process, women in power at the national, state, and local level, women and leadership, and public policy issues relevant to women. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 319 - Israel/Palestine: 3000 Years
(Same as HIST 319 , PCST 319 .) 3 credits
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POSC 320 - International Law, International Organization, and World Order
(Same as PCST 320 .) An introduction to changing perceptions of international law and its applications to human rights, the environment, and other issues. Topics include an analysis of the philosophical and political approaches to international law. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 322 - United States Foreign Policy
An examination of various theories of foreign policy. Topics include how interests outside of the government affect government decision makers, how the branches of government influence U.S. foreign policy and the roles played by the legislative and judicial branches of government, how the U.S. faces international crises, decides to intervene or not, how it bargains, and how it deals with non-state international actors. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 323 - Law and Politics of Mass Atrocity
(Same as PCST 323 .) An examination of cases of genocide in an effort to determine its political and social causes. Topics include how international law, public tribunals, and campaigns of citizen groups may be utilized to prevent future atrocities and seek justice for the victims of genocide. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 324 - Asian Politics
An examination of the interaction between politics and society, as well as the development and current structures of the political systems in Asia. Topics include the interaction between economic development and political changes, as well as the conflict between tradition and modernity. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 325 - International Relations Theory
A study of the evolution of international relations theory in the 21st century with emphasis on different theoretical approaches to understanding the role of the state in international relations, the causes of conflict, and approaches to peace. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 326 - Politics of the Contemporary Middle East
(Same as HIST 325 .) This course examines the interaction between politics and society in Middle East politics, concentrating on three geographic clusters: North Africa, the Fertile Crescent, and Southwest Asia (including the Persian-Arab Gulf). Students will examine issues of identity formation, state formation, and the post-colonial state. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 327 - Latin American Politics
An analysis of the governing and political processes in selected Latin American countries. Topics include democratization, state structures, economic development, human rights, democratic reform, and the influence of U.S. foreign policy. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 328 - Human Rights Law
(Same as PCST 328 .) An examination of existing and developing international legal principles and procedures relating to the protection of human rights. Topics include how and whether these principles serve to improve the lives of individuals throughout the world, including the United States. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 329 - Experimental Course
(Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 331 - The European Union
An examination of the government and politics of the member states of the European Union. Topics include the history of economic reconstruction and European integration after 1945, the core institutions of the EU, policy areas such as enlargement, the democratic deficit, and legitimacy, and debates about the desirability and form of a European constitution. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 332 - Democracy and Democratization
(Same as PCST 332 .) An analysis of various issues related to democracy and democratization in an international context. Topics include an examination of how democratic is democracy in democratic countries, how to explain and compare various transitions from authoritarianism to some form of democratic governance, and whether the global spread of markets and democracy is a principal cause of group hatred and ethnic violence throughout the non-western world. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 335 - Political Economy
An examination of how economic systems and political systems influence each other. Topics include the role government plays in the economy, how individuals and corporations influence politics, the relationship between capitalism and democracy, and how the gap between the rich and poor might be decreased. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 336 - The Global and The Local
An inquiry into whether globalization is simply another name for historical trends of long duration, of interdependence, internationalization, imperialism, or something qualitatively new. Topics include whether globalization advances true democracy or a mere shadow thereof, as well as the impact of global changes upon individuals in the U.S. and abroad. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 337 - Mexican Politics
This course provides an overview of contemporary Mexican politics. It uses Mexico as a case to examine prospects and challenges for democracy in the developing world more generally. While intended to provide substantive knowledge about Mexican politics, the course places Mexico in a broad comparative perspective, highlighting contrasts and commonalities with the politics of other developing countries, particularly in Latin America. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 338 - African Politics
This course is an overview of African politics in comparative perspective. Central to the objective of this course is the analysis of nation-state building in Africa, Africa’s economy and its civil society as this relates to implications for stability, and development prospects on the continent. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 341 - The First Amendment
This course introduces the student to important legal issues involving freedom of speech, press, religion, and assembly. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 342 - Constitutional Law: Institutions and Governance
An examination of American constitutional law with particular emphasis on structural features of the constitutional system. Topics include judicial review, separation of powers, enumerated and implied powers, and federalism. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 343 - Constitutional Law: Civil Rights and Liberties
An examination of American constitutional law with particular emphasis on the protection of civil rights and civil liberties. Topics include the freedoms of religion, speech, press and assembly; the rights of criminal defendants; economic rights; and the right to equal protection of the laws. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 346 - Environmental Law
Prerequisite, POSC 110 . This course designed will provide students with an overview and understanding of the basics of environmental law and policy; stepping stones for taking on bigger challenges in the future. The course will focus primarily on key U.S. environmental laws, such as the clean air act, clean water act, the endangered species act, and hazardous waste laws. A few key multilateral environmental agreements and processes that make them relevant to domestic law will be intertwined. Throughout the course, the ongoing current developments, particularly in the area of climate change, will be traced. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 352 - Race and Change in South Africa and the United States
(Same as PCST 352 .) 3 credits
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POSC 353 - Peace and Conflict in the Middle East
(Same as PCST 353 .) Beginning with a historical examination of the region focusing on the key social forces and the sources of conflict, students explore the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in depth and conduct a peace conference in an attempt to develop a plausible resolution. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 354 - Non-Violent Social Change
(Same as PCST 354 , SOC 354 .) 3 credits
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POSC 355 - Vietnam: War, Peace and Legacy
(Same as PCST 355 .) 3 credits
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POSC 356 - The Psychology of International Conflict
(Same as PCST 356 .) 3 credits
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POSC 357 - Model United Nations II
(Same as PCST 357 .) 3 credits
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POSC 359 - Political Argument
Students examine modern political argument via a study of history, politics and rhetoric. We begin with the basic building blocks of rhetoric and then dive into the French Revolution that gave birth to the modern left-right political divide that continues to the present. Authors include Burke, Paine, Wollstonecraft, Marx, Hayek and Rawls. (Offered spring semester, alternative years.) 3 credits
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POSC 360 - Local Politics
This course focuses on local government and politics in the US. You’ll be introduced to the basics of local politics, including the structure and organization of local government, intergovernmental relations and nongovernmental elements (voters, interest groups, media, private power holders, race, and class). To the maximum extent possible, this will be done using the cities of Orange and Irvine and the surrounding area (Orange County) as a learning laboratory. We’ll also learn about local politics through a simulation, with students playing the roles of various actors in local politics. The goal of the course is to provide students with information, understanding and critical insights as to how American communities function politically. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 361 - Federal Policy Design and American Energy Policy
This course examines the legislative process whereby Congressional-Executive action creates national policies of significant effect upon American citizens. The lens used to examine the creation of such policies is the Congressional procedure utilized over several decades which constructed laws promulgating American Energy Policy. The course is structured around several themes. Initially the Constitutional foundation for legislative process is explored through understanding the significance and role of Article 1 as the matrix for law making. The construct and effect of the bicameral nature of the Congress working in conjunction with the Executive is then studied. Changing over time Majority - Minority composition of the Congress and its effect on the committee and hearings outcomes is examined. Throughout the course segments energy resource data and statistics are examined and compared to the debate occurring during the policy development process. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 362 - Politics of Humanitarianism
Politics of Humanitarianism equips students with analytical tools essential for understanding the complexities of humanitarian representation, programming, and evaluation. The course overviews methods by which humanitarian agencies garner support, including critical examination of the media used to do so. It surveys various approaches to implementing humanitarian efforts, underscoring the complexity of actors involved, and how their respective political aims can work out at various levels of analysis, from HQs to the field. It engages evaluation of humanitarian projects including debates about metrics of success and the politicization of data themselves. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 363 - The Arab World: Colonialism to Revolution
(Same as HIST 363 .) 3 credits
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POSC 364 - International Politics of the Middle East
(Same as PCST 364 .) Why are so many wars in the Middle East? To address this question we need to understand the development of the international system in the Middle East, from World War I to the present. The course focuses on four key factors: Great Power politics–US influence and interventions; regional rivalries; competing ideologies and identities (secular or Islamic) that fuel the rivalries; and domestic developments, including popular uprisings. Letter grade. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 370 - Energy Politics
This course examines the international and domestic politics of energy. The health of the global economy depends on inexpensive and reliable energy, yet the stability of our climate is threatened by our continuing dependence on fossil fuels. As concerns about energy security and pressures to reduce carbon emissions intensify, countries are grappling to adjust their energy policies. To better understand the intersection between these issues, students will be encouraged to think about balancing issues of cost, security and climate governance in the United States and the international community. Finally, this course will consider the prospects for a shift away from hydrocarbon-based economies to anticipate how a new energy order might affect global politics. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 371 - Urban Politics
An exploration of the urban affairs and the problems faced by local elected officials, business and community leaders, and citizens in the urban context. Topics include theories of urban politics, specifically topics that include governmental institutions, political behavior, and policy responses, as well as current controversies of the changing urban political economy, suburban growth and exclusion, and alternative structures for metropolitan governance. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 372 - Racial and Ethnic Politics in the U.S.
An analysis of the central importance of race and ethnicity in American politics. Topics include the divergence and similarities in the political incorporation of various West- and East-European ethnic groups (Irish, Italian, German, East-European Jews), African-Americans, Latinos, and Asian-Americans. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 373 - Separation of Powers and Public Policy
The course will analyze civil rights, flag burning, gun control, and other controversial topics (including some students suggest), from the point of view of which branch of the federal or state government: executive, legislative or judicial, can best resolve differences in public policy. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits
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POSC 374 - Environmental Politics and Policy
(Same as ENV 374 .) An overview and examination of environmental problems and their political implications. Topics include worldwide, environmental problems ranging from global warning to resource depletion, deforestation and toxic waste, as well as the political and policy responses to these threats, including sustainable development, eco-justice movements, and the efforts of various actors in the domestic and international arenas. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 375 - Public Policy Process
(Same as ENV 375 .) An examination of how public policies are proposed, adopted, implemented and evaluated. Topics include the structures and processes of public policymaking in the U.S., major substantive policy areas, as well as the historical and contemporary explanations for policymaking. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 376 - Organization Theory
Prerequisite, POSC 110 , or consent of instructor. The theoretical foundations of the study of organizations as they apply to public and nonprofit organizations. It introduces the student to different ways organizations have been theorized, and to the specific vocabulary and concepts of organization theory. The course also considers the complexities and ambiguities of organizational life. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 377 - Religion and Global Politics
(Same as PCST 377 .) This course examines the relationship between religion and politics in the sphere of international relations, with a particular focus on recent developments in socio-scientific theory dealing with religion. The course is structured around three broad themes. First, we discuss intersections between the specific religion literature and broader IR theory, in particular social constructivism and rational choice theory. Second, we look at debates surrounding the secularization thesis and its validity in the contemporary world. Third, we apply these notions to several case studies by looking broadly at the issues of violence. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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POSC 378 - Special Topics in Public Policy
Prerequisite, consent of instructor. The advanced study of special topics in public policy. List of topics may vary each semester the course is taught. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 378A - The Politics of Climate Change
Prerequisite, POSC 110 or POSC 120 or POSC 130 or PCST 150 or POSC 212 . This course examines climate change, and what the United States and other nations are doing to fight it. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 392 - Law and Policy of Water Resources Management
(Same as ENV 392 .) 3 credits
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POSC 399 - Individual Study and Research
(Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 407 - Themes in Political Theory
Uses an interdisciplinary approach to elicit and interrogate aspects of political theory essential to understanding this field and the practice of politics. Students will read 20th century works in political theory in combination with classical works of literature, and art, with political theory salience. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 408 - Religious Fundamentalism, Pluralism, and the Demand for Tolerance
An examination of the political aspects of the conflict between two rival authorities and epistemologies: a fundamentalist religious world view and Western Enlightenment reason. Topics include the religious underpinnings of violence, as well as the nature of tolerance in a pluralist society. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 410 - Seminar in American Politics
Prerequisite, senior standing, or consent of instructor. An integrative seminar concentrating on American politics that serves as a capstone experience for Political Science majors. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 420 - Seminar in International Relations
Prerequisite, senior standing, or consent of instructor. An integrative seminar concentrating on international relations that serves as a capstone experience for Political Science majors. (Offered every year.) 3 credits
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POSC 429 - Experimental Course
(Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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POSC 439 - Disability, Policy, and the Law
(Same as PCST 439 .) An examination of state and federal laws governing the rights of people with disabilities. Topics include access, employment, education, and transportation, as well as identifying litigation that has and will come from the disability rights movement. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 3 credits
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POSC 473 - WA Semester: Economics and Public Policy Problems
Corequisites, POSC 474 , POSC 475 , consent of the Political Science Department Chair. This course introduces students to the role of economics in the context of policy-making, as well as where policy-making involves more than economics, yet cannot be separated from economics. Examples will be drawn from current Administration policy initiatives, government economic policy, and ongoing legislative battles in Congress. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits
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