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PHIL 410 - Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy Units: 3
Phenomenology is the philosophical study of subjective experience, exploring how our knowledge of the self and world emerges from our lived experience of daily life. Existential philosophy, or existentialism, uses phenomenological methods in order to articulate the basic state of human existence as being in the world. Examines leading thinkers such as Kierkegaard, James, Husserl, Heidegger, Sartre, de Beauvoir, Merleau-Ponty, Buber, and Levinas. Philosophical themes are explored in films and/or literary texts by authors including Camu, Kafka, Dostoyevsky, Ellison, etc.
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PHIL 430 - Philosophy of Law Units: 3
Philosophical study of issues related to the law and legal institutions. Examines notions of the basic nature of law, its origins in society, and its validity as a system of social norms. Compares law to other normative social institutions like convention, morality, and religion. Subjects include: liberty-limiting principles; origin of legal rights; individual rights and corporate obligations to obey the law; the justification of legal punishment; problems of paternalistic interference into the lives of citizens.
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PHIL 470 - Topics in 19th Century Philosophy Units: 3
Selected topics in western philosophy from the 19th century, as represented in texts by leading thinkers of the period.
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PHIL 480 - Topics in 20th Century Philosophy Units: 3
Selected topics in western philosophy from the 20th century, as represented in texts by leading thinkers of the period. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of nine (9) units.
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PHIL 490 - Exit Seminar for the Minor Units: 1
The Exit Seminar allows students and faculty to reflect on the learning experience of the Philosophy Minor. Students construct a brief portfolio of essays written for coursework in the Minor, and complete a reflective essay discussing their overall experience of the Minor. Students are interviewed by faculty regarding their progress through the Minor, and share their experiences with one another in guided discussions of the Minor curriculum. To be taken in the final semester of coursework for the Minor. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program Director.
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PHIL 499 - Supervised Independent Study Units: 3
Addresses a special interest not covered in a regular course or provides an opportunity to explore in greater depth a subject introduced in a regular course. Discussion in individual conferences. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units of credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PE 182 - Topics in Physical Education Units: 3
Introduction to studio experiences in Physical Education. Exploration of fundamental concepts and theories through basic studio processes and movement. May be repeated for credit as topics change for atotal of six 6 units. Two hours of lecture Two hours of activities.
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PE 203 - Physical Education for Elementary School Children Units: 3
Survey of physical education programs for elementary school children. Addresses the role of, and need for, physical education programs in the elementary school level; examines the California content standards for physical education instruction; and develops skills in applying that content in the elementary school setting. Specific attention is given to motor skill and movement concepts; fitness, wellness, exercise physiology and disease prevention; drugs/narcotics, alcohol, tobacco, and nutrition; and to the social, historical, and cultural significance of physical education.
Satisfies GE area: E
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EE 100 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering Units: 3
Introduces the basic principles of Electrical Engineering with exposure to the electronics and laboratory environment. Focuses on different areas of Electrical Engineering in the analog and digital world. Covers safety, measurement, and basic measurement units in the laboratory environment. Includes project-based learning with basic component level design, simulation, and circuit level practices. Provides an overview of some of the main topics in analog and digital circuits. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: EE 180-1. Two hours of lecture. Two hours of activity.
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PHYS 101 - Introduction to Physics I Units: 4
An overview of the principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. The areas covered include: observation and measurement, kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, impulse, and momentum, fluids, heat and temperature, oscillations, and waves in mechanical media. Enrollment Restrictions: Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning (B4). Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of a course in trigonometry at the high school or university level. Three hours of lecture Three hours of laboratory.
Satisfies GE area: B1, B3
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PHYS 102 - Introduction to Physics II Units: 4
An overview of the principles of electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and modern physics. The areas covered include: electric charge, electric fields, electric potential, DC circuits, magnetism, magnetic fields, geometrical and physical optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Three hours of lecture Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101 .
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PHYS 180 - Special Topics in Physics Units: 1
Selected Topics in Physics. Focuses on one or more current issues in the physics profession and literature. A course description will be available before registration the semester offered. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. May be repeated for credit as topics change.
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PHYS 201 - Physics of Mechanics and Sound Units: 4
A broad coverage of the principles of mechanics and wave motion. The areas covered include: observation and measurement, kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, impulse and momentum, equilibrium of rigid bodies, rotational motion, oscillations, and waves in mechanical media. Required for students whose field of study is physics, chemistry, or computer science. Three hours of lecture Three hours of laboratory. Recommended Preparation: Recommended Preparation: High school physics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 160 with a minimum grade of C (2.0).
Satisfies GE area: B1, B3
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PHYS 202 - Physics of Electromagnetism and Optics Units: 4
A broad coverage of classical electromagnetism and optics. The areas covered include: electric charge, electric fields, electric potential, capacitors and dielectrics, DC circuits, magnetic fields, magnetic properties of matter, AC circuits, Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, the nature and propagation of light, geometrical optics, and wave optics. Three hours of lecture Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 or PHYS 205 , and MATH 162 with a minimum grade of C (2.0) in each.
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PHYS 203 - Modern Physics Units: 4
An overview of the fundamental ideas of modern physics and coverage of the principles of fluids and thermodynamics. The areas covered include: fluids, temperature, heat, the kinetic theory of gases, entropy, and the laws of thermodynamics, along with the theory of special relativity, wave particle duality, an introduction to quantum mechanics and atomic physics, the electronic properties of solids, nuclear physics, and a descriptive introduction to the standard model and cosmology. Enrollment Requirement(s): PHYS 202 or PHYS 206 . Three hours of lecture. Three hours of laboratory.
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PHYS 205 - Physics for the Biological Sciences I Units: 4
A broad coverage of the principles of mechanics, properties of matter and wave motion. The subjects covered include: observation and measurement, kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, equilibrium, fluids and solids, thermodynamics, oscillations, and waves. Required for students whose field of study is biology. Three hours of lecture. Three hours of laboratory. Recommended Preparation: High school physics or an introductory college-level physics course.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 132 or MATH 160 .
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PHYS 206 - Physics for the Biological Sciences II Units: 4
A broad coverage of electromagnetism, optics, and nuclear physics. The areas covered include: electrostatics, electric fields, magnetism, magnetic fields, electric circuits, geometrical optics, optical instruments, nuclear physics, radiation, and spectroscopy. Required for students whose field of study is biology. Three hours of lecture. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 or PHYS 205 , and MATH 132 or MATH 160 with a minimum grade of C (2.0) in both courses.
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PHYS 210 - Problem Solving in Physics Units: 1
Problem solving sessions focused on interpreting physical situations and applying physics concepts to solve problems. Students will practice using graphical and mathematical representations, planning and carrying out solutions, and assessing answers. Participation in these sessions can improve student performance in traditionally difficult courses. Strongly recommended for all students enrolled in lower-division physics courses. May be repeated as course number (below) changes for a maximum of three (3) units. Grading Basis: Graded Credit / No Credit.
Corequisite(s): Enrollment in the appropriate lower-division Physics course. The content of each course is reflected by its subtitle.
- Problem solving for PHYS 201
- Problem solving for PHYS 202
- Problem solving for PHYS 203
- Problem solving for PHYS 205
- Problem solving for PHYS 206
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PHYS 280 - Introduction to Circuit Analysis Units: 3
Covers basic circuit principles, laws, and analysis methods, including steady-state and transient responses of passive circuits, with independent and dependent sources. Operational amplifiers are covered as examples of active electronic circuits. Computer-aided analysis and simulation tools are presented as methods to augment network analysis and design. Extends network analysis principles including ac sources, transformers, and polyphase networks. Cross-listed: PHYS 280 and EE 280 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Two hours of lecture. Three hours of laboratory..
Prerequisite(s): (EE 100 and PHYS 201 ) or PHYS 202 , or PHYS 206 with a C (2.0) or better.
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PHYS 301 - Digital Systems Design with HDL Units: 4
Introduction to digital computer hardware design including gates, flip-flops, registers, and memory to perform logical and arithmetic operations on numeric and other data represented in binary form. The laboratory uses digital logic integrated circuitry and hardware description language (HDL) to make digital systems using digital components and FPGA’s for combinational and sequential networks, and simple digital systems. Cross-listed: PHYS 301 and EE 301 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisite(s): (EE 100 and CS 111 ) or (CS 231 and either PHYS 202 or PHYS 206 ), withminimum grade of C (2.0)
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PHYS 303 - Signals and Systems Units: 3
Introduction to continuous and discrete-time signals and linear time-invariant systems. Includes continuous and discrete-time Fourier series and transforms, Laplace and Z transforms, filter design, sampling, feedback, and communication systems. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PHYS 403. Cross-listed: PHYS 303 and EE 303 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 280 .
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 with a minimum grade of C (2.0).
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PHYS 306 - Introduction to Physics Education Research Units: 3
An introduction to research in physics education and research-based physics teaching. Subjects include how people learn and understand physics concepts and the nature of science. Additional subjects will include research-based curricula, pedagogical approaches, and challenges associated with implementing novel teaching methods. Useful for students interested in teaching and learning physical sciences.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203 .
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PHYS 307 - Physics for Elementary Teachers Units: 3
Fundamental physics concepts including conservation of energy, Newton’s Laws, and waves. Students will engage in practices of science such as performing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, developing models, and writing and evaluating explanations. Also includes development of ideas about the nature of science and learning science, including elementary students’ learning of science. Course is intended to help prepare future elementary teachers to teach science. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the Lower-Division General Education, Area B1. Intended for the Liberal Studies majors in the Elementary Option.
For students matriculating prior to Fall 2018, enrollment is restricted to students who have completed the Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) requirement. For students matriculating in Fall 2018 or later, enrollment is restricted to students in Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Placement Categories I and II, or who have completed MATH 101 or MATH 105 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Satisfies GE area: BB
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PHYS 320 - Classical Mechanics Units: 3
Classical mechanics and associated mathematical and numerical techniques: principles of Newtonian mechanics, and an introduction to Hamiltonian and Lagrangian Dynamics. Applications to central force problems and small vibrations, and other selected topics in mechanics, including applications in engineering and biological systems. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 203 .
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 or PHYS 205 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 346
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PHYS 321 - Electromagnetism Units: 3
Introduces electro- and magneto-statics, including Maxwell’s Equations. Includes electrostatic potential, static electric and magnetic fields, electric and magnetic flux, effects of fields on matter, and solution methods. Cross-listed: PHYS 321 and EE 321 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 203 .
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 or PHYS 206 , and MATH 260 .
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PHYS 323 - Quantum Physics Units: 3
A survey of quanta based physical theories, and their experimental foundations and applications: quantum physics of atoms, molecules, nuclei, and electrons; introduction to condensed matter physics.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 346 .
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PHYS 324 - Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics Units: 3
Covers the laws of thermodynamics with applications to ideal and non-ideal systems. Includes elementary kinetic theory of gases, entropy, and classical and quantum statistical mechanics. Other topics covered may include magnetism and low-temperature physics. Enrollment Requirement(s): PHYS 203 .
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PHYS 351 - How Things Work Units: 3
An examination of the everyday objects and technologies that surround us. Familiar objects are used as a context for exploring basic physical principles. Among other topics, the course will explore how microwave ovens, cameras, hard drives, and photocopiers work. No previous coursework in science or technology is assumed; intended for science and non-science majors.
Satisfies GE area: BB
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PHYS 356 - The Science of Sound and Music Units: 3
An introduction to the physics of sound. Various aspects of the science of sound are covered, including the nature of sound waves and their production, recording, and reproduction. The physics of musical instruments, digital synthesis of sounds, and the basics of room and auditorium acoustics are also studied. Enrollment Restrictions: For students matriculating prior to Fall 2018, enrollment is restricted to students who have completed the Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) requirement. For students matriculating in Fall 2018 or later, enrollment is restricted to students in Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Placement Categories I and II, or who have completed MATH 101 or MATH 105 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Satisfies GE area: BB
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PHYS 357 - The Science of Speech and Hearing Units: 3
Provides a foundation in the science of sound as applied to speech and hearing with application in the field of communicative disorders. Students learn the fundamental science of the production and perception of sound. The physical and physiological aspects of speech and its measurement are reviewed. Normal physical processes and principles serve as a framework for understanding abnormal functioning. Clinical applications are used to demonstrate the importance of the science of sound to the clinician. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PHYS 356 . Cross-listed: PHYS 357 and SLP 357 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the Lower-Division General Education requirement in mathematics/quantitative reasoning (B4).
Satisfies GE area: BB
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PHYS 380 - Applied Laboratory Techniques Units: 2
Experimental work, including an introduction to the equipment and techniques used in mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, electronics, quantum physics, nuclear physics, biophysics, medical physics, and/or geophysics. An emphasis will be placed on experimental design and data analysis. Six hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203 .
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PHYS 390 - Special Topics in Physics Units: 1-3
Selected topics in physics. Focuses on one or more current issues in the physics literature. A course description will be available before registration the semester offered. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PHYS 402 - Microcontroller Systems and Computer Interfacing Units: 4
Introduces the design and use of digital computer interfaces, including serial, parallel, USB, and synchronous and asynchronous interfaces. The laboratory provides hands-on experience in computer interfacing through integrated circuits, sensors, and microcontrollers. Includes the operation, application, and use of different communication protocols for microcontrollers. Cross-listed: PHYS 402 and EE 402 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Three hours of lecture. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 301 or EE 301 with a minimum grade of C (2.0).
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PHYS 421 - Applied Electromagnetic Waves Units: 3
Fundamentals of electromagnetic wave propagation and transmission in various media including transmission lines, waveguides, and resonant cavities. Introduction to electromagnetic radiation, antennas, and wireless communication. Cross-listed: PHYS 421 and EE 421 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 321 and MATH 346 .
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PHYS 422 - Applied Solid State Physics Units: 3
Selected topics in solid-state physics. Includes crystal structure, thermal, electrical, and magnetic properties of solids, elementary band theory, semiconductors, and solid-state devices. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PHYS 322.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203 .
Corequisite(s): MATH 346 .
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PHYS 423 - Quantum Mechanics Units: 3
A study of the concepts and theories of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Includes the Schroedinger equation, operators, angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, and applications to simple quantum mechanical systems.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 323 .
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PHYS 440 - Biological Physics Units: 3
A modern view of biological systems from the analytical and quantitative perspective of physics. Examines how seemingly complex biological systems are similar and different from the physical systems that physicists generally analyze. Applies simple physical models to understand several biological systems at a quantitative level. Intended for physics, biology and chemistry students.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 or PHYS 206 .
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PHYS 442 - Physical and Geometric Optics Units: 3
Advanced treatment of physical and geometrical optics. Subjects may include: lenses and aberrations, polarization, fiber optics, interferometry, spectroscopy, phototonics, lasers, and optical sensors. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PHYS 490 -5. Recommended Preparation: MATH 346 .
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 321 .
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PHYS 480 - Advanced Applied Physics Laboratory Units: 2
Experimental work, including in-depth experimentation in mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, electronics, quantum physics, computational physics, biophysics, medical physics, and/or geophysics. An emphasis will be placed on experimental design and data analysis. Six hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203 with a C (2.0) or better.
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PHYS 490 - Advanced Topics in Physics Units: 1-3
Selected advanced topics in physics. Focuses on one or more current issues in the physics literature. A course description will be available before registration in the semester offered. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PHYS 498A - Senior Library Thesis Units: 1
Library or theoretical physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the topic and then produce a 10-20 page paper. The paper must summarize the current state of knowledge on the subject and include an appropriate bibliography. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PHYS 498B - Senior Library Thesis Units: 2
Library or theoretical physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the topic and then produce a 10-20 page paper. The paper must summarize the current state of knowledge on the subject and include an appropriate bibliography. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PHYS 498C - Senior Library Thesis Units: 3
Library or theoretical physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the topic and then produce a 10-20 page paper. The paper must summarize the current state of knowledge on the subject and include an appropriate bibliography. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PHYS 499A - Senior Laboratory Thesis Units: 1
Experimental or laboratory physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the research problem and then work collaboratively under the guidance of the faculty member in the laboratory. The student will produce a 10-20 page paper summarizing the research and the results obtained. An appropriate bibliography must be included. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PHYS 499B - Senior Laboratory Thesis Units: 2
Experimental or laboratory physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the research problem and then work collaboratively under the guidance of the faculty member in the laboratory. The student will produce a 10-20 page paper summarizing the research and the results obtained. An appropriate bibliography must be included. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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PHYS 499C - Senior Laboratory Thesis Units: 3
Experimental or laboratory physics research project. The student must consult with a physics faculty member to decide on the research problem and then work collaboratively under the guidance of the faculty member in the laboratory. The student will produce a 10-20 page paper summarizing the research and the results obtained. An appropriate bibliography must be included. May be repeated for a total of six 6 units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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International Politics |
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PSCI 100 - U.S. Government and Politics Units: 3
The principles of the U.S. Constitution, and a survey of political institutions and processes that developed under it, including the legislature, the executive, the courts, state and local government, federalism, and civil liberties.
Satisfies GE area: Dc, Dg
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PSCI 301 - The Practice of Political Research Units: 3
Introduction to methods of inquiry and analysis in political research. A variety of qualitative and quantitative approaches will be explored, including case studies, field research, archival studies, elite interviewing, surveys, and experimentation. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior/Senior standing with declared major in Political Science.
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PSCI 305 - Race, Ethnicity, Power and Politics in the U.S. Units: 3
Processes and policies that have and have not incorporated racial and ethnic groups into the U.S. political system. Focuses on African-Americans, Latinos, and Asians. (USGP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 100
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 319 - Special Topics in American Politics Units: 3
Selected topics in American politics. (USGP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 321 - Making Public Policy Units: 3
Analysis of the process of policy making in the United States, from problem identification through policy formulation, adoption, implementation and evaluation of impact. Analysis applied to such areas such as social policy, health care and inequality. Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
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PSCI 331 - World Political Systems Units: 3
Comparative analysis of political behavior and institutions in political systems of different types. (CP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 330.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 337 - African Politics Units: 3
Focus on the political systems of Africa. Problems of political development in the region; relations among selected African states, and relations with non-African systems. (CP) May be repeated for a total of six (6) units with consent of instructor. Recommended Preparation: Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
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PSCI 338 - Government and Politics of Selected Latin America Nation-State(s) Units: 3
Detailed analysis of the government and politics of a particular Latin American nation-state. The content of each course is reflected by its title. (CP) Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. May be repeated as countries change for a total of six (6) units. Recommended Preparation: Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
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PSCI 339 - Introduction to the Politics of the Arab World Units: 3
Introduction to the politics and societies of the Middle East and North Africa with emphases on dispelling common misconceptions about the Arab and Islamic world, the impact of European colonialism, and detailed analysis of the government and politics of particular Arab countries. (CP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 340 - Asian Politics Units: 3
Focus on China, Japan, Korea, and the ASEAN states. Political behavior, ideas, and institutions of East Asia. Role of competing ideologies and systems of behavior, interaction of domestic and foreign policies. (CP)
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PSCI 341 - Latin American Politics Through Film Units: 3
Through a series of films, documentaries, readings, and group discussion, the course is designed to bring to life a diverse region that encompasses great wealth and desperate poverty, with democratic and statist governments and a complex, multicultural heritage. (CP) May be repeated for a total of six (6) units with consent of instructor. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 342 - Issues in Latin American Politics Units: 3
Analysis of selected contemporary issues affecting the processes of political and economic development in Latin America, including similarities and differences in the experiences of various Latin American states. The content of each course is reflected by its title. (CP)
- Democratization
- Economic Development
- Environmental Politics of Latin America
May be repeated as issues/themes change for a total of six (6) units. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
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PSCI 343 - Power and Gender in the Muslim World Units: 3
Explores the intersection between Islam, gender, culture, and politics in Muslim countries in contemporary Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. (CP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: WMST 343. Cross-listed: PSCI 343 and WGSS 343 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 348 - Government and Politics of a Selected Nation-States Units: 3
Detailed analysis of a particular political system. (CP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 331 .
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PSCI 349 - Special Topics in Comparative Politics Units: 3
Selected topics in comparative politics. (CP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 350 - Global Governance Units: 3
Basic international political principles and practices, including characteristics of the international system, foreign policy making, security and defense, alliances, law and organization, and international conflict. (INP)
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 355 - U.S. Foreign Policy Units: 3
Formulation and execution of foreign policy in the United States, including an analysis of competing ideological concepts, the role of the President and Congress, and the influence of public opinion. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 356 - Russia and the World Units: 3
Analysis of the changes in international politics resulting from the breakup of the Soviet Union and the emergence of the Commonwealth of Independent States. Focuses on changes from Soviet period, relations among former republics, and impact on international security. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 357 - Foreign Policy of a Selected Nation-State Units: 3
Detailed analysis of the foreign policy of a selected nation-state. (INP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 358 - America in Vietnam — The Vietnam War Units: 3
Examines the literature on the Vietnam War: what were its causes; how did America get involved; what were the U.S. decision-making processes involved. It does this in two fundamental ways. First, examines the history of Vietnam, its origins, its relations with its neighbors, etc. Second, examines literature concerning the causes of U.S. involvement; presumed “lessons” therefrom; and the actual decision-making processes. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 359 - The United States and the Arab World Units: 3
Historical analysis of relations between the United States and various Arab countries with particular emphases on the geo-strategic politics of oil, the United States’ response to the increasing role of religion in the politics of the Middle East and North Africa, and the regional impact of Great Power rivalries like those between Britain and France, and the United States and the Soviet Union. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 361 - U.S.-Latin American Relations Units: 3
Examines relations between the U.S. and Latin America, including an overview of significant historical epochs and the analysis of major contemporary political issues. (INP)
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 362 - International Relations in a Selected Region Units: 3
Detailed analysis of international interactions within a selected global region. (INP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 364A - Arab-Israeli Conflict: Origins to 1948 Units: 3
Detailed study of relations between Jews, Muslims, and Christians in the Middle East from ancient times to the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 364B - Arab-Israeli Conflict: 1948 to the Present Units: 3
Detailed study of relations between Israelis and Palestinians, Israel and the Arab countries, and United States policy towards the Middle East, from the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948 to the present day. (INP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 362 A. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 365 - International Organization and Law Units: 3
Historical development and contemporary structure of international organizations, such as the United Nations, NATO, and regional economic associations. Development of international law and settlement of international disputes. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 366 - The Search for Peace: The Arab-Israeli Peace Process Units: 3
A study of the main approaches to conflict resolution through a focus on the Arab-Israeli peace process. The discussion will include theories of conflict and conflict resolution, peace studies, negotiation, the role of external powers, and mediation. Explores the theoretical topics through a critical examination of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, beginning with Jewish settlement in Ottoman Palestine in the 1880s to the present peace process. (INP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 362 -1. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 368 - Model United Nations Units: 3
Examines the history, principles,institutional organization and functions of the United Nations. Theories of multilateral negotiation and norms of diplomatic engagement will be reviewed. In addition, this course provides the medium to simulate the activities of the U.N. General Assembly. Each student will represent a country, and is responsible to pursue and protect the interests of that country in interaction with other participants. (INP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 390 G. Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 369 - Special Topics in International Relations Units: 3
Selected topics in international relations. (INP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 370 - Foundations of Political Thought Units: 3
Analysis of basic concepts and principle political theorists from the Greeks to the present, including Plato, Machiavelli, Locke, John Stuart Mill, and Marx. (PT)
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PSCI 371 - Ancient and Medieval Political Theory Units: 3
Detailed analysis of political thought from Plato to Aquinas. Major themes include citizenship, justice, equality, and democracy. (PT)
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PSCI 372 - Democracy and the Modern States Units: 3
Detailed analysis of political thought from Machiavelli to Burke. Major themes include popular government, the role of the state, civil-religious relations, and popular sovereignty. (PT)
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PSCI 373 - Contemporary Political Ideologies Units: 3
Detailed analysis of 19th and 20th Century political thought, including Marx, Freud, Weber, and Existentialists. Major themes include individual freedom, class conflict, elitism, and totalitarianism. (PT)
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PSCI 379 - Special Topics in Political Theory Units: 3
Selected topics in political theory. (PT) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 390 - Topics in Political Science Units: 3
Selected topics in the field of Political Science. (GP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 391 - Gender and Public Policy Units: 3
Using gender as a lens, examines women and men as actors in variety of policy settings ranging from economic policies, education, equal opportunity, child care to reproductive rights in the U.S. Analyzes how policies have differently affected women and men socially, politically, and economically and across racial and ethnic lines. Considers social construction of gender, feminism and men’s studies, as they relate to political and policy issues, such as Title IX, ERA, and issues of educational and economic equity. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 392 - Religion and Politics Units: 3
Analysis of religion as a political force; religion as a shaper of culture and ideology; religion as a force of stability and change; religion as an influence on political behavior and public policy. Analysis is cross-national. (GP)
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PSCI 394 - Political Corruption and Ethics Units: 3
Examines both outright misconduct by public officials and potentially unique ethical dilemmas that may confront individuals in the public realm. Attention will be given to various political institutions and levels of government. Possible underlying causes of misconduct and potential reforms will also be examined. (GP)
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PSCI 396 - Green Planet Politics Units: 3
Environmental problems respect no political boundaries; their resolution depends on successful collaboration among political players at many levels. Analyzes how these political players - ranging from world leaders to grassroots activists - struggle to solve global environmental problems within both formal and informal political structures. It uses case studies and other active learning methods to examine the controversial nature of protecting and managing natural resources on a global scale. (INP) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 350 .
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PSCI 397 - Comparative Social Policy: U.S. and Europe Units: 3
Compares social welfare policies in the U.S. and Western Europe, including an historical survey of the development of the social welfare state, as well as an examination on how ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, and levels of political efficacy, power, and alienation affect the social welfare policy process and how policy solutions have had different consequences for affected groups. Explores how the concept of welfare changes when focused on the individual or on other entities, such as corporations. (USGP or CP; see advisor.) Recommended Preparation: PSCI 321 and/or PSCI 331 .
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PSCI 401 - Campaigns and Elections Units: 3
Analysis of factors influencing voting choices; campaign strategies and techniques; changes and trends in U.S. elections, and methods of predicting and interpreting election results. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): PSCI 100 .
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PSCI 402 - Public Opinion and U.S. Politics Units: 3
Analysis of the major concepts, theories, methodological approaches, and substantive findings in the field of U.S. political opinion. Includes the formation of political attitudes and beliefs; political tolerance and racial attitudes; attitudes toward the political system and its leaders; foreign and domestic policy attitudes; the media and political opinion; and the effects of public opinion on policy. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): PSCI 100 .
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PSCI 406 - Party Politics in the U.S. Units: 3
Role, organization, and behavior of political parties in the United States. Analysis of the functions of political parties in government, their relationship to interest groups, and their electoral role. Emphasis on the importance of the two-party system. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): PSCI 100 .
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PSCI 410 - Congress and the Legislative Process Units: 3
The legislative process in U.S. Congress and state legislatures. Analysis of law making, representation, behavior of individual legislators. Considers relationships between legislatures and other branches of government. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): PSCI 100 .
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PSCI 412 - Constitutional Law: Powers of Government Units: 3
Examination of the development of the constitutional system and the Supreme Court in the United States. Emphasis on the power of judicial review and interpretation of separation of powers, federalism, the police power, and the commerce clause through an analysis of leading Supreme Court decisions. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): PSCI 100 .
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PSCI 413A - Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties Units: 3
Explores the development of constitutional doctrines regarding personal freedoms protected from government intrusion. Using excerpts of Supreme Court opinions as the primary readings, students examine such topics as the incorporation of Bill of Rights protections against state and local governments, the constitutional rights of criminal suspects, the right to privacy, and freedom of expression. Throughout the course, students will explore the political aspects of Supreme Court decision-making and the impacts of the Court’s decisions. (USGP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 390 -7 and PSCI 413. Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
Satisfies GE area: DD
Satisfies Diversity & Equity area: DEu
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PSCI 413B - Constitutional Law: Equal Protection and Civil Rights Units: 3
Explores the development of civil rights policies in the U.S. Reading materials will include Supreme Court opinions, as well as social scientific and legal scholarship. Examines many forms of past and present legal oppression in the U.S., with attention to race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and immigration status. Allows students to better understand legal equality/inequality in the U.S. and to better understand the courts in the U.S. as political and policy-making institutions. (USGP) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 390 -6 and 413. Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 414 - U.S. Judicial Process Units: 3
Politics of U.S. federal and state judiciaries, including judicial behavior and judicial policy development. Also addresses debates over judicial philosophy and the selection of judges. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 415 - State Politics Units: 3
Politics and policy-making at the state level. Subjects include the constitutional foundations of state-level political systems, institutions of state and local government, direct democracy, state and local policy debates, and relations between federal and state governments. Emphasis on California government and politics. (USGP).
Satisfies GE area: Dg, DD
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PSCI 417 - Presidency in the U.S. Units: 3
Examines the U.S. Presidency, including roles, public expectations, powers and institutions of the federal executive. Includes attention to executive relations with the legislative and judicial branches and presidential decision-making. (USGP) Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution (Dc).
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 418 - American Indian Political and Economic Development Units: 3
Surveys the historical, political, and legal foundations of American Indian political and economic development in the United States. Focuses on the cultural, political, and legal dilemmas posed by tribal governments: how they maintain cultural legitimacy in the face of colonial cultural imposition, and how they articulate retained rights in a system of shared sovereignty. Provides an analysis of social, cultural, political, economic, and legal impact of various economic development strategies, including legalized gaming on Native American communities. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 390 -4 and SOC 489 -3. Cross-listed: PSCI 418, AIS 468 , and SOC 468 are cross-listed. Students may receive credit for only one of these courses.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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PSCI 419 - Topics in U.S. Politics Units: 3
Selected topics in U.S. politics. (USGP) May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Requirement(s): One upper-division U.S. government course. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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PSCI 420 - U.S. Environmental Policy Units: 3
Examination of the development and evolution of environmental policy in the United States. Emphasis on the various institutions, political leaders and social movements active in the creation and evolution of landmark environmental legislation and environmental policy. Analyzes the impact of such policies on various stakeholder groups, especially across racial and ethnic and class lines. Uses case studies to understand controversial nature of protecting and managing natural resources in U.S. (USPG) May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: PSCI 390 F. Enrollment Requirement(s): Completion of the Lower-Division General Education requirement in U.S. Constitution California Government (Dc and Dg).
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