POSC 120 - Introduction to Politics and Political Analysis

    Recent Professors
    J. Hervey
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8
    Description
    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)
    Usually Held
    Mon 8:30am–11:35am