Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size38–50 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8DescriptionSurveys the nature and scope of political science including basic concepts, terms, contending theories, institutions, and subfields in the discipline. Describes the methodology and research techniques employed by political scientists. Covers subfields such as Political Theory, American Government, Comparative Politics, and International Relations.Usually HeldTue Thu 11:30am–12:45pm 