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PHI 382 - Theories of Myth
Examines theories of such interpreters of myth as Cassirer, Malinowski, Levi-Strauss, Jung and Eliade. Explores the renewed interest in myth in philosophy, religious studies, anthropology and other disciplines, as well as in the general culture.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition, Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
junior or senior standing or one course in philosophy or permission.
Credits: 3
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PHI 420 - Topics in Recent Continental Philosophy
A critical study of topics addressed by major movements and thinkers in continental philosophy since the turn of the century. Readings include works by Husserl, Heidegger, Sartre, de Beauvoir, Merleau-Ponty, Levi-Strauss, Derrida, Lacan, Foucault, Habermas and Gadamer.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
one course in philosophy or permission.
Credits: 3
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PHI 432 - Environmental Philosophy and Policy
A critical study of issues in environmental ethics and philosophy, with special emphasis on exploring ethical problems in areas such as technology, agriculture, economics, urban design and development, resource management, biodiversity or genetic engineering. Special attention will be given to discussion of environmental justice and the social and political implications of public policy.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Social Contexts and Institutions, Population and the Environment and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
junior, senior or graduate standing or PHI 232.
Credits: 3
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PHI 465 - Advanced Topics in Philosophy
Individual and small group study of problems or systems of philosophical concern relying on careful use of major philosophical resources, as well as attempts at fresh exploration of fundamental topics. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit when different philosophers or problems are studied.
Prerequisite: one course in philosophy or permission; junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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PHI 466 - Readings in Philosophy
Individual study of a selected topic, agreed upon by the student and the instructor. Designed to address advanced issues not covered in normal offerings.
Prerequisites & Notes
9 hours in philosophy and permission of department and instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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PHI 475 - Junior/Senior Philosophy Seminar
One semester of study is required for all philosophy majors. Normally offered each semester with topics of study varied depending upon the instructor and student interest. Provides upper-level philosophical study shared by philosophy majors and other students with an interest in advanced philosophical learning.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
3 courses in philosophy; junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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PHI 566 - Graduate Readings in Philosophy
Individual study of a selected topic, agreed upon by the student and the instructor. Designed to address advanced issues not covered in normal offerings or on a graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes
graduate standing and permission of department and instructor.
Credits: 1-3
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PHY 101 - Physics by Inquiry I
A basic “hands-on” inquiry course. Students make observations in the laboratory which provide a basis for constructing physical concepts and developing the reasoning skills necessary to apply them to simple phenomena. Each semester, two or three topics will be chosen from the following list: properties of matter, observational astronomy, heat and temperature, light and optics (including color), electricity and magnetism and kinematics.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Education majors or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
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PHY 102 - Physics by Inquiry II
A basic “hands-on” inquiry course. Students make observations in the laboratory which provide a basis for constructing physical concepts and developing the reasoning skills necessary to apply them to simple phenomena. Each semester, two or three topics will be chosen from the following list: properties of matter, observational astronomy, heat and temperature, light and optics (including color), electricity and magnetism and kinematics. (NOTE: PHY 101 is NOT a prerequisite for PHY 102. Different topics will be covered.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Education majors or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
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PHY 105 - Descriptive Physics
A introduction to basic concepts of physics intended for the non-science major.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec w/dem 3, Lab 3.
Credits: 4
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PHY 107 - Technical Physics I
An introduction to the basic concepts of mechanics and heat with illustrations taken from technical applications. Algebra and trigonometry are used. Intended for Engineering Technology students. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 107, PHY 111 and PHY 121.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 2, Rec 1, Workshop 1, Lab 2.
Credits: 4
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PHY 108 - Technical Physics II
An introduction to the basic concepts of electricity, magnetism and light with illustrations taken from technical applications. Algebra and trigonometry are used. Intended for Engineering Technology students. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 108, PHY 112 and PHY 122.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec 2, Rec 1, Workshop 1, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 107.
Credits: 4
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PHY 111 - General Physics I
An introduction to the principles of mechanics, energy, heat, sound and properties of matter. Designed for science majors as well as premedical and predental students. No calculus. A working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is required. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 107, PHY 111 and PHY 121.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec w/dem 2, Rec 1, Workshop 1, Lab 2.
Credits: 4
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PHY 112 - General Physics II
A continuation of PHY 111. Introducing electricity, magnetism, optics and atomic, nuclear, and quantum physics. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 108, PHY 112 and PHY 122.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec w/dem 2, Rec 1,Wkshp 1, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 111.
Credits: 4
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PHY 121 - Physics for Engineers and Physical Scientists I
An introductory calculus-based physics course, primarily serving students majoring in engineering or the physical sciences. Treats mechanics and acoustics. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 107, PHY 111 and PHY 121. Lec w/dem 2, Rec 1, Workshop 1, Lab 2.
Satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 126 or concurrently.
Credits: 4
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PHY 122 - Physics for Engineers and Physical Scientists II
A continuation of PHY 121 including electricity, magnetism, and optics. NOTE: Because of overlapping subject matter, no more than four (4) degree credits are allowed for any combination of PHY 108, PHY 112 and PHY 122.
Satisfies the General Education Science Basic or Applied Sciences Requirement. Lec w/dem 2, Rec 1, Workshop 1, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 126 and PHY 121.
Credits: 4
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PHY 200 - Career Preparation in Physics and Engineering Physics I
A sophomore level course required of all physics and engineering physics majors. An introduction to the professions of physics and engineering physics, including the ethical standards of professional practice. Technical communication skills and practice in working on teams are developed through projects, presentations, and class discussions of contemporary issues and strategies to enhance professional qualifications.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore standing.
Credits: 1
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PHY 223 - Special Relativity
The basic principles of special relativity with a primary emphasis on mechanics. Lec 1.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 126 and PHY 112 or PHY 122.
Credits: 1
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PHY 224 - Special Relativity Laboratory
Experiments illustrating the major predictions of the Theory of Special Relativity.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 229 and PHY 236 or permission of instructor. Corequisite: PHY 223.
Credits: 1 - 3
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PHY 229 - Physical Measurements Laboratory I
Experiments primarily in modern physics. Normally taken with PHY 236. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127 and PHY 112 or PHY 122.
Credits: 2
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PHY 230 - Physical Measurements Laboratory II
Consists primarily of physical measurement techniques in mechanics. Normally taken with PHY 238. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127 and PHY 112 or PHY 122.
Credits: 2
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PHY 236 - Introductory Quantum Physics
The basic principles of quantum theory, atomic structure, nuclear structure, and some aspects of molecular, solid state, and elementary particle physics. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 127 and PHY 112 or PHY 122.
Credits: 3
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PHY 238 - Mechanics
A detailed treatment of Newtonian mechanics. Newton’s laws, work-energy theorem, impulse-momentum theorem, particle motion in a plane, linear oscillator, coupled oscillators, rigid body rotation, small oscillations and potential methods. Lec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 111 or PHY 121. Corequisite: MAT 258 or MAT 259.
Credits: 3
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PHY 400 - Career Preparation in Physics and Engineering Physics II
A senior level course required of all physics and engineering physics majors.
Refinement of technical communication skills through projects, presentations and
class discussions of contemporary issues in science and engineering and strategies
for career enhancement after graduation.
Together with PHY 481 or PHY 482, this course Satisfies the General Education
Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 200; senior standing.
Credits: 1
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PHY 441 - Physical Electronics Laboratory
Theories and practices in the measurement of physical quantities using both analog and digital techniques. Primarily for physics and engineering physics majors; others admitted by permission. Lab 4.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement when combined with PHY 442.
Credits: 2
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PHY 442 - Modern Experimental Physics
Experiments selected from various topics in physics including x-ray diffraction, microwaves, nuclear magnetic resonance, Hall effect, etc. Students develop their own experiments. Normally taken by junior physics and engineering physics majors.
Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement when combined with PHY 441.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 228 and PHY 236.
Credits: 2
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PHY 447 - Molecular Biophysics
An introduction to physical properties of biological macromolecules including proteins, nucleic acids and membranes. Solution thermodynamics developed as needed. Some statistical mechanics introduced. Topics include macromolecular structure, dynamics and functions, inter- and intra-molecular interactions, ligand binding equilibria, helix-coil transitions, physical techniques used in biophysics such as calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, optical and magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Four credit version contains additional term project to be arranged with instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
CHY 121 and MAT 126 and PHY 112 or PHY 122 or permission.
Credits: 3 - 4
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PHY 454 - Electricity and Magnetism I
An intermediate level course in the fundamentals of the theory of electricity and magnetism. Treats electrostatics and magnetostatics, both in vacuum and in matter. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 112 or PHY 122. Corequisite: PHY 476.
Credits: 3
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PHY 455 - Electricity and Magnetism II
A continuation of PHY 454. Treats electrodynamics by developing Maxwell’s equations and applying them to systems of general interest. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 454.
Credits: 3
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PHY 462 - Physical Thermodynamics
A theoretical study of the structure and concepts of equilibrium thermodynamics including the thermodynamic descriptions of the properties and phases of matter, analysis of processes and practical applications. Normally taken as a junior or senior elective by students in the sciences or engineering. Four credit version contains additional term project to be arranged with instructor. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 228 and PHY 111 or PHY 121.
Credits: 3 - 4
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PHY 463 - Statistical Mechanics
Introduces statistical mechanics and thermodynamics with examples chosen from magnetic systems, ideal gases, metals, superfluidity, chemical reactions, phase transformations, mixtures, semiconductors, kinetic theory or related topics. Normally taken as a junior or senior elective by students in the sciences or engineering. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 258 or MAT 259 and PHY 236.
Credits: 3
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PHY 469 - Quantum and Atomic Physics
Introductory quantum mechanics applied to simple systems and molecules. Wavepackets, Schroedinger equation, operator methods and angular momentum. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 236, PHY 476.
Credits: 3
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PHY 470 - Nuclear Physics
Properties of the nucleus, nuclear reactions, radioactive decay, nuclear models, nuclear reactors and nuclear health physics. May be taken without the laboratory, PHY 471. Rec 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 259 and PHY 236.
Credits: 2
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PHY 471 - Nuclear Physics Laboratory
Laboratory exercises to accompany PHY 470. Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: PHY 470 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1
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PHY 472 - Geometrical and Fourier Optics
Covers geometrical optics, refraction and reflection at plane and spherical surfaces, optical instruments; Fourier optics, interference of waves and diffraction by a single and a double aperture; Lasers - theory of their operation, mode locking and pulse formation. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 112 or PHY 122. Corequisite: MAT 228.
Credits: 3
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PHY 473 - Modern Optics Laboratory
Laboratory exercises to accompany PHY 472, Geometrical and Fourier Optics. Lab
2-4.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 472 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-2
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PHY 476 - Mathematical Methods in Physics
Mathematical methods with applications to physics. Topics include: vector algebra volume and surface integral, Del operator, Gauss’ and Stokes’ theorems. Matrices and elgenvalue problems. Cpomplex numbers, Laplace’s equation and boundary value problems.
Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 259
Credits: 3
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PHY 480 - Physics of Materials
A senior level introductory course in the physics of materials, primarily solid state physics. Structural, mechanical, electrical, magnetic, and optical properties of materials are discussed. Rec 3.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 236, PHY 455 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 481 - Project Laboratory in Physics I
An individual project laboratory tailored to the student’s particular interests. In consultation with a faculty sponsor, each student is expected to develop a suitable project, approved by the sponsor and the course coordinator. The project may or may not be related to the sponsor’s research. Full written reports are required. Lab 6.
Together with PHY 400, this course Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open to Physics or Engineering Physics majors with senior standing; others by permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 482 - Project Laboratory in Physics II
Completion of the project begun in PHY 481. Lab 6.
Together with PHY 400, this course Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 481. Open to Physics and Engineering Physics majors with senior standing; others by permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 495 - Engineering Physics Practice
Supervised engineering practice in an industrial setting. Placement is off-campus and usually of several month’s duration. Prior approval of department chairperson is required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore standing with successful completion of 16 hours of physics courses and a declared major in Engineering Physics.
Credits: 1-6
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PHY 496 - Field Experience in Physics
Supervised research or development in an academic laboratory, government laboratory, or industrial environment. Placements are usually off-campus and of several month’s duration. Prior approval of the department chairman is required.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore standing with successful completion of 16 hours of physics courses and a declared major in Engineering Physics.
Credits: 1-6
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PHY 497 - Topics in Physics
Selected topics in areas not already covered by regular course offerings in the department. Primarily for undergraduates.
Credits: Ar
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PHY 499 - Problems in Physics
A thesis project primarily for undergraduates and ordinarily of an experimental nature.
Credits: 1-3
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PHY 500 - Topics in Materials Science and Technology
Topics not regularly covered in other courses.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 463, PHY 469, PHY 480 or equivalent.
Credits: 1-3
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PHY 501 - Mechanics
Covers kinematics and dynamics of particle and rigid body motion, Lagrange’s equations, variational principles, Hamilton’s equations, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 238 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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PHY 502 - Electrodynamics I
Topics include boundary-value problems in electrostatics, electrostatic energy, multipoles, dielectrics and magnetostatics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 455 or equivalent and MAT 453 or PHY 574.
Credits: 3
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PHY 503 - Quantum Mechanics I
Topics include Dirac notation, state vectors and operators, one dimensional systems, angular momentum, central forces, perturbation theory, scattering.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 501 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 510 - Graduate Laboratory
Experience with sophisticated techniques and specialized equipment acquaints students with different areas of experimental physics. For graduate students in physics and for scientists and engineers in allied studies or industry.
Prerequisites & Notes
graduate standing in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or permission of instructor.
Credits: Ar
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PHY 512 - Statistical Mechanics
A study of macroscopic behavior of matter derived from a statistical consideration of microscopic properties of systems, as well as relationships to Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 462 or equivalent. Corequisite: PHY 503.
Credits: 3
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PHY 513 - Physical Measurement and Data Analysis With Microcomputers
Computer control of experiments and instrumentation, data acquisition and data analysis. Culminates in individualized final project. Open to non-physics students. Requires some programming and electronics background. Lec 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 574 - Methods of Theoretical Physics I
Topics may include linear algebra, complex analysis, theory of differential equations, special functions, Green’s functions, integral transforms calculus of variations, with applications from physics.
Prerequisites & Notes
permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 575 - Methods of Theoretical Physics II
Advanced topics in mathematical physics of special interest. May include chaos, complex analysis, theory of integral equations, tensor analysis, elements of group theory, Green’s functions theory.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 574 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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PHY 588 - Graduate Seminar
Report and discussion of recent developments in Physics and related fields based on the literature or results of current investigation.
Credits: Ar
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PHY 598 - Special Topics in Theoretical or Experimental Physics
Specific topics determined by current interests of students and staff. Offered on demand with approval of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: Ar
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PHY 602 - Electrodynamics II
Topics may include Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, radiating systems, scattering and diffraction, special relativity, dynamics of relativistic particles and fields.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 502 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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PHY 603 - Quantum Mechanics II
Covers electron spin, spinors, relativistic wave equations, Dirac equation for electron, relativistic treatment of hydrogen atom, second quantization of electromagnetic and electron fields.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 503 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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PHY 624 - Solid State Physics I
Covers free electron theory of metals, crystal lattices and reciprocal lattices, X-ray diffraction, electron levels in a periodic potential, semi-classical model of electron dynamics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 503 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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PHY 625 - Solid State Physics II
A continuation of PHY 624 covering other phenomena in solid state physics with emphasis on current research topics.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHY 624 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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PHY 699 - Graduate Thesis / Research
Graduate Thesis
Credits: Ar
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POS 100 - American Government
Introduces the major principles, structures, processes and policies of United States government. Covers the Constitution and its development, civil liberties, federalism, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the nature of the presidency, the bureaucracy, the Congress and the national courts.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Credits: 3
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POS 120 - Introduction to World Politics
A study of contemporary international politics focusing on the interaction of nation-states and including a review of the patterns of global politics from World War II to the present.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Credits: 3
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POS 201 - Introduction to Political Theory
An introduction to the fundamental questions of political philosophy–what is justice? how ought we to live our lives? what is the best regime?–through detailed study of a few central books in the history of political thought, such as Plato’s Republic and Machiavelli’s Prince.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Ethics Requirements.
Credits: 3
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POS 203 - American State and Local Government
Examines the structure and activities of sub-national governments, with particular attention to state modernization, intergovernmental relations, and comparisons between Maine and other states.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Credits: 3
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POS 241 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
Provides an introduction to the major themes of comparative politics, including: comparative political legacies, processes of modernization, comparative governmental institutions, modern political parties and interest groups, comparative policymaking processes, and problems of establishing and maintaining democratic government.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Credits: 3
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POS 243 - Canadian Government and Politics
Provides a historical background to the development of the Canadian political system. Introduces the institutions and processes of Canadian government, federalism, political parties, and interest groups. Considers major public policy issues in contemporary Canada.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Credits: 3
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POS 273 - International Relations
Issues and structures that shape contemporary international relations. Topics include philosophical schools of thought in international relations, instruments of national power, the role of international organizations and international political economy.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore Standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 282 - Introduction to American Law
Examines the nature and function of law in America, emphasizing its evolution and incorporation as a dynamic social instrument.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 301 - Classical Political Thought
A survey of ancient political philosophy through detailed study of selected writings of Plato, Xenophon, Aristotle, Thucydides and others.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 201 or permission or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 302 - Medieval Political Thought
A survey of medieval political thought during the European middle ages (5th to 15th centuries) through detailed study of selected writings of Augustine, John of Salisbury, Aquinas, Marsilius, Dante and others.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition, Social Contexts and Institutions and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
junior or senior standing or permission.
Credits: 3
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POS 303 - Early Modern Political Thought
A survey of early modern political philosophy from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment through detailed study of selected writings of Machiavelli, Descartes, F. Bacon, Hobbes, Locke and others.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 201 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 304 - American Political Thought
The development of political ideas in America from the founding period to the present as expounded in the writings of American statesmen and political theorists, and foreign commentators such as Tocqueville.
Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior or senior standing or permission.
Credits: 3
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POS 305 - Late Modern Political Thought
A survey of modern political philosophy from the French Revolution to the twentieth century through detailed study of selected writings of Rousseau, Hegel, Marx, Mill, Nietzsche, and contemporary authors.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 201 or junior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 335 - Major Governments of Western Europe
The political traditions, parties, governmental structures, and special political problems of Great Britain, France and Germany.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100. Junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 336 - Government and Politics in Russia
Examines the historical Russian political legacy, the experience of Soviet rule from 1917 until 1991, and explores in-depth current domestic and foreign politics in the Russian Federation. Focuses primarily on the development of the post-Soviet Russian political system.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100. Junior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 337 - Government and Politics in Eurasia
Examines contemporary government and politics in Eurasia, the general region from Central Asia to the Balkan peninsula of Europe. Major themes will include the formation of independent nation-states in Central Asia, the Caucasus mountain region and Ukraine following the dissolution of the USSR in 1991; and government and politics in Turkey. Also considers patterns of international relations within Eurasia and relations between these countries and the larger world.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 344 - Public Policy in Canada
An analysis of policy making structures with emphasis on the Prime Minister, the Prime Minister’s Office, the Cabinet, the Privy Council Office, and other central agents. Relations between the federal and provincial executives are also discussed. Policy making in specific issues of current interest considered.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Six hours of political science.
Credits: 3
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POS 350 - Mass Media in U.S. Politics
Analyzes the performance of the mass media in the United States in informing the public about politics. Topics include the factors influencing the content of news, the causes and effects of any systematic biases or deficiencies in the political information made available to the public and freedom of the press issues. Special attention given to current political news coverage in the media.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 353 - The U.S. Congress
Examines the legislative process and its components, with special attention to congressional elections, the committee structure, the impact of institutional reform and the influence of bicameralism.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100. Junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 354 - The U.S. Presidency
Examines presidential leadership in contemporary American politics. Devotes special
attention to institutional, constitutional, and historical influences on the presidency.
Other topics include: presidential decision-making, psychological aspects of the
presidency, and the sources of cooperation and conflict between the legislative,
executive, and judicial branches of government. Analysis of the president’s role
in foreign and domestic policy.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 359 - Topics in American Government
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in American politics. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100.
Credits: 3
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POS 363 - Urban Government and Politics
Examines the politics and government of urban areas in the United States, in both historical and contemporary contexts. Topics of investigation and discussion include (but are not limited to): the functions and roles of American cities, the responsibilities of urban governments, the issue of power in the metropolis, the American federal system and urban governance, race, ethnicity, and class in urban America, and the challenges facing contemporary urban society.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 372 - Canadian Foreign Policy
Canadian theory and practice of foreign policy, with emphasis on the major international problems which Canada faces today. Special attention is directed to Canada’s relations with the United States and other Western Hemisphere countries.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or POS 120 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 374 - American Foreign Policy
American foreign policy and the major international problems facing the United States today. Special focus will be on United States relations with Europe, Russia, Japan and the Third World.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or POS 120.
Credits: 3
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POS 375 - United States and the Middle East
Survey of factors and forces that influence American foreign policy in the Middle East, with special emphasis on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, relations with Iran and U.S. military presence in the Persian Gulf. Policies of various American presidents from Truman to present will be discussed and analyzed.
Credits: 3
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POS 380 - Interest Groups and American Politics
Every day millions of Americans act politically to defend their interests, yet Americans as a whole overwhelmingly have a negative opinion of interest groups and their involvement in the political process. How can this be? This course will examine the purposes, roles, and ultimately the results produced by interest groups in the American political process. Students will finish with a much more complete understanding of the place that interest groups occupy in the American political universe.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 381 - Political Parties and Elections
Analyzes the development of, and current theories regarding, political parties and elections in American politics. Topics include theories of party realignment, voting behavior, party composition and behavior, and the relationship between parties, elections and democracy. Covers both presidential and congressional elections.
Satisifies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 383 - American Constitutional Law
Examines the evolving nature of the U.S. Constitution through consideration of major Supreme Court decisions in areas such as federalism, legislative power, executive authority and judicial autonomy.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 384 - American Civil Liberties
Examines the tension between individual rights and the social order through consideration of major Supreme Court decisions involving the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 385 - Women and Politics
Examines women as citizens and leaders and also examines movements to increase women’s public role in U.S. politics. Considers racial, ethnic, partisan and class dimensions of those movements and political activities and the influence of government policies on
gender relations.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Writing Intensive Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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POS 386 - Religion and Politics in the United States
Religion has historically played a substantial role in the government and politics of the United States, and continues to do so in contemporary American society. Focuses on the intersections and interactions between religion and politics in the United States. Areas of examination include, (but are not limited to): religion and American culture, religion and the Constitution, religion and public policy, religion and individual political behavior, and religion and violence in the United States.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 401 - Seminar in Political Theory
Detailed examination of the text(s) of a classic thinker in the history of political theory. May be repeated for credit.
Satisfies the General Education Ethics, Western Cultural Tradition and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
One course in political theory or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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POS 467 - African Politics
Analysis of the transition from colonialism to independence in selected countries of Sub-Saharan Africa. Discussion of nation-building, the one-party system, military intervention in politics, and neo-colonialism.
Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions, Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Writing Intensive Requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
6 hours of Political Science.
Credits: 3
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POS 469 - Politics of the Middle East
The politics of the Middle East from World War I to the present. Special attention
to problems of Palestine and the creation of Israel, the interplay between the
politics of the great powers and Middle East conflicts, and problems of nationalism,
modernization, and revolution.
Prerequisites & Notes
POS 100 or POS 120 and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 3
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