POS 355: Classical Political and Sociological Theory. An examination of western political philosophy from Plato to Marx with emphasis on Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 361: World Politics. An examination of the dynamics of world politics, international tension, conflict, and resolution. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 363: International Organizations. An analytical examination of the origins and character of the various international organizations, especially the United Nations. Its importance, relevance, and roles as instruments for solving conflicts in the global system will be explored. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 431: The Constitution and Civil Liberties. An examination of constitutional development and the definition of American rights in the areas of freedom of speech, press, assembly, association, and religion. Prerequisites: POS 160 and POS 211. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 446: American Political Executives. An analytical examination of the powers, duties, and functions of American political executives in national, state, and local governments. Prerequisites: POS 201, POS 211, and POS 331 or consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 461: American Politics. An advanced political science course that addresses the American political heritage. Specific emphasis is placed on the Constitution, political behavior, and electoral systems. Prerequisite: POS 160 or consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 462: Politics of Developing Nations. A comparative analysis of political culture, processes, and problems of selected nations, the majority of which have become independent since World War II. Prerequisite: POS 211. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 464: African Politics. A survey course designed to introduce students to African political structure, its historical background, the impact of colonization, recent trends, and ideologies. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 291, 391, 491: Political Science Internship I, II, III. A semester or session of supervised practical experience to complement classroom instruction. Final grade, placement, and number of semester credit hours determined by student's advisor. Prerequisites: Political Science major or minor and consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE TO TWELVE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 495: Directed Study in Political Science. Course content, instructional activities, and student assignments are tailored to specific needs. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

POS 499: Senior Colloquium.* This course is designed to develop analytical skills, interpretation and research; and to nurture intellectual self-reliance and critical thinking. Prerequisite: Senior Classification. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

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