PS 1103 - Introduction to Political Science

Hours: 3

A survey course which introduces the student to the theory and content of politics and introduces students to the major disciplines of Political Science: Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Law, Public Policy Making and Political Theory. Basic concepts and approaches to the study of political activity are discussed. PS 1103 complies with the provisions of Section 170.011 Rs. Mo. requiring the study of the U.S. and Missouri constitutions. Students enrolling in their first Social Studies core course (HI 1103, HI 1203, HI 1303, PS 1103, PS 1203, or PS 1303) at ECC who have not met the constitutions requirement will be required to enroll in HI 1000/PS 1000 Constitutions Study Module. Successful completion of the U.S. and MO constitution exams for students enrolled in the module is a course requirement for all Social Studies core courses, and students who do not pass the module exams will not receive credit for that course. Students who have fulfilled the competency requirement are not required to enroll in HI 1000/PS 1000 again. Students who successfully completed the constitution study requirement prior to Fall 2010 need not enroll in the module.

Gen Ed Skill Type: HOT, WRT, SBS, CON, CCT-CLO
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Appropriate placement score or coursework to enter EN 1223 or EN 1233
Corequisite: PS 1000