POSC 120 — Introduction to Politics and Political Analysis
The primary aim of this course is to assist the student/citizen in the development of a set of skills which can be helpful in analyzing political situations in the world today. In order to accomplish this objective, students will be introduced to the basic approaches, perspectives, techniques and models of the political scientist. Accordingly, this course covers some universal aspects of political stability and change, ideologies, conflicts, institutions, political economy and issues. (C-ID POLS 150) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-4, Cal-GETC-4)