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PS 252: American Government

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

This course is a study of the structure, principles and practice of American government from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on the role of the citizens in the political system and the forces which have fostered the growth and functioning of the American political system.

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PS 307: Judicial Process

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 307. American Judicial Process. An examination of the institution and operation of the American judicial system. Although prime attention will be devoted to the national judiciary, consideration will be given to state judiciaries. Among the many topics covered are the nature of law, judicial power, organization of the federal court personnal, etc.

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PS 309: American Civil Liberties

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 309. American Civil Liberties. This course is concerned with the relations between the individual and the state. It is concerned specifically with the rights fo individuals as provided for in the Bill of Rights and the Constitution and as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Prerequisite: Political Science 202.

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PS 403: Public Finance

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 403. Public Finance. 3(3,0). An introduction to the methood and nature of government financing. This includes a study of public revenues, expenditures, debts, fiscal polities and certain problems of government fiscal system.(S,O)

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PS 406: International Relations

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 406. International Relations. 3(3,0). An analysis of the strategies, political, legal, economic and ethical factors affecting relations among nation-states; emphasis on the nature, scope, concept, theories, approaches, and practices of international relations. A detailed examination of the character and functioning of the international system and sub-system. (f)

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PS 420: Research Methods in PS

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 420. Research Methods in Political Science. 3(3,0) This course is designed to expose the student to the philosophy, logic and metods of social and political analysis. The course examines the development of political science discipline; the scientific methods; ethical-issues in social science research; social measurement and research design; sampling in social research; content analysis; survey research and questionnaire design in political science. Emphasis is placed on understanding the logic and procedures of executing social science research. Prerequisites: PS 201 and 252. (F)

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PS 424: Public Policy Analysis

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PS 424. Public Policy Analysis. 3(3,0). This course is open to all seniors. It focuses on both the formulation, implementation and evaluation of public policy. The course examines case studies of public policy areas such as housing, environment, social welfare, health, education, and so on. Students will have the opportunity for vigorous, theoretical and abstract thinking. (S)

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PSC 150: Found of Physical Science

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PSC 150. Foundations of Physical Science. 3(3,0). A one-semester course for non-science majors. The primary purpose of the course is to enhance the scientific literacy of those students who do not have a background in mathematics or special aptitude in science. Basic concepts in physics such as motion, heat and temperature, wave motion, electricity, and magnetism are studied. The historical development of these concepts and the methods of scientific inquiry are examined. NOTE: Those students whose curricula require a laboratory science should concurrently enroll in PSC 151. (F,S)

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PSC 151: Physical Science Laboratory

1.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PSC 151. Physical Science Laboratory. 1(0,2). A one-semester laboratory course to accompany PSC 150. The student will have the opportunity to apply concepts presented in the lecture course to a variety of experiments. Tehcniques such as accurate measuring and graphical data analysis will be practiced. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in PSC 150.(F,S)

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PSC 152: Found of Earth/Space Science

3.00 Credits

South Carolina State University

PSC 152. Foundations of Earth/Space Science. 3(3,0). A one-semester course for non-science majors. It is designed to enhance the scientific literacy of those students who do not have a strong background in mathematics or special aptitude in science. Basic concepts in astronomy, atmosphere science, geology, and oceanography are examined. Theories on the origin and evolution of the Earth Solar Sytem, and Universe are discussed along with their historical develop. Current problems such as pollution, hazardous waste disposal, and deoletion of natural resoures are presented and possible solutions debated. Note: Those students whose curricula require a laboratory science should concurrently enroll in PSC 153.(F,S)

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