Aug 07, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 The department offers selected courses from this catalog as warranted by student needs and availability of faculty. Specific offerings for each term may be found in the Schedule of Classes.

Course Renumbering Project

Effective the Fall 2017 semester, all undergraduate and graduate courses at Oakland University were renumbered from 3 digits to 4 digits.

Most subject codes will remain the same, but the new four-digit course numbers may in some cases be similar to the previous three-digit course numbers and in other cases be different because academic departments have resequenced their course numbers.

Follow this link to the conversion list.

This searchable PDF is a guide to see how the course numbers have changed. Each row represents a course, and the columns represent: the subject code, the previous three-digit course number,and the new four-digit course number for that course, beginning in Fall 2017.

To search this PDF for a specific course using the old number, you can just hit “Control” (or “Command” if on Mac) and “F,” then type in a specific course (e.g. “WRT 160”) to find the new course number .

The following subject codes have changed:

  • Studio Art (SA) changed to (ART)
  • Some English (ENG) courses changed to Creative Writing (CW)
  • Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and Computer and Information Technology (CIT) changed to Computer Science and Informatics (CSI)
  • Music Theory and Composition (MUT) changed to either Applied Music (MUA) or Musicology and Music Education (MUS)
  • (MLS) changed to (CDS)
  • Some (JRN) courses changed to (PR)

For more information, please contact your academic adviser. Graduate students, please contact your academic department for advising.

NOTE: If you enrolled or transferred after fall 2014 please be sure to search the 2017-18 catalog courses and review the 3 to 4 digit conversions list.

 

Physics

  
  • PHY 3510 - Intermediate Theoretical Physics

    (4)
    Topics and techniques common to intermediate physics courses. Includes analytical and numerical (computer) solution techniques, DIV, GRAD, CURL and Fourier analysis.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  
  
  • PHY 3610 - Mechanics I

    (4)
    Applications of Newton’s laws to particles, systems of particles, harmonic oscillators, central forces, accelerated reference frames and rigid bodies.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 2554  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3660 - Vibrations and Waves

    (4)
    Oscillations; mechanical waves in one, two and three dimensions; sound.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3710 - Foundations of Modern Physics

    (4)
    Introduction to relativity, kinetic theory, quantization and atomic physics. Additional topics chosen from physics of molecules, solids, nuclei and elementary particles.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  recommended; concurrent enrollment in PHY 3170 .
  
  • PHY 3720 - Nuclear Physics

    (4)
    Radioactivity, interaction of radiations with matter, accelerators, nuclear reactions, fission and fusion.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  recommended; concurrent enrollment in PHY 3180 .
  
  • PHY 3810 - Electricity and Magnetism

    (4)
    Maxwell’s equations and the experimental laws of electricity and magnetism. Potential theory, boundary conditions on the electromagnetic field vectors, field energy. Dielectrics, conductors and magnetic materials.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3510  and MTH 2554 , APM 2555 
  
  • PHY 4180 - Modern Optics Laboratory

    (2)
    Experiments illustrating geometric and physical optics principles, lasers, fiber optics, holography, and spectroscopy. Equipment used ranges from simple to sophisticated lasers, interferometers, digital cameras, and a Raman spectrometer.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3170 , PHY 3710  and PHY 3310  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHY 4210 - Thermodynamics

    (4)
    The zeroth, first and second laws of thermodynamics with applications to pure substances. Introduction to the kinetic theory of gases and to statistical mechanics.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 3610  and APM 2555  recommended.
  
  • PHY 4310 - Lasers and Applications

    (4)
    Interaction of radiation and atomic systems, basic principles and properties of laser light, types of lasers, applications in physics, optical communication, industry and medicine.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3310  or PHY 3710  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHY 4700 - Relativity

    (4)
    Special relativity in mechanics and electromagnetism. Introduction to general relativity and gravitation.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3610  or PHY 3710  or PHY 3810  
  
  • PHY 4720 - Quantum Mechanics I

    (4)
    Principles of non-relativistic quantum mechanics, Schrodinger wave equation, expectation values of energy, position, momentum and angular-momentum operators, spin, perturbation theory, identical particles. With applications to atomic systems.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3510 , PHY 3610 , PHY 3710  and APM 2555  
  
  • PHY 4820 - Electricity and Magnetism II

    (4)
    Multipole fields, solutions of Laplace and Poisson equations, electromagnetic waves in insulators and conductors, radiation and the derivation of the laws of optics from Maxwell’s equations.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 3810 , APM 2555  
  
  • PHY 4870 - Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory

    (2)
    Experiments in electricity and in magnetism, including coupled circuits, bridges, creation and detection of electric and magnetic fields, the geomagnetic field, spectrum analysis, transmission lines and microwaves.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 3810  
  
  • PHY 4905 - Special Topics

    (2 TO 6)
    Prerequisite(s): permission of department.
  
  • PHY 4970 - Undergraduate Seminar

    (3)
    Weekly colloquia describing research at the forefront of physics. Requires a written report. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PHY 4995 - Independent Research

    (3 TO 6)
    Independent study or research project carried out under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for additional credit. Requires a written report. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing and written agreement with a physics faculty member.

Political Science

  
  • PS 1100 - Introduction to American Politics

    (4)
    The decision-making process in the American national government and the ways in which parties, groups, and individuals work to produce public policy in Congress, the presidency and the courts. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
  
  • PS 1400 - Comparative Politics

    (4)
    Introduction to major modern political systems and concepts. Comparative analysis of the organization and operation of politics and government in different countries. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration or in the global perspective knowledge area, not both. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 1600 - Issues in World Politics

    (4)
    Introduction to the study of world politics and the main issues confronting the international community in the 21st century. Emphasis on the impact of cultural, economic, and political globalization on international politics and individual lives. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social sciences knowledge exploration area or in the global perspective knowledge exploration area, not both.
  
  • PS 2500 - The Research Process in Political Science

    (4)
    Fundamentals of research in political science including various approaches to studying political phenomena.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1100 , PS 1600  or PS 1400  
  
  • PS 2550 - Data Analysis in Political Science

    (4)
    Basic applications of statistics in political science including why and how certain methods are used to explore political phenomena.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 2500 
  
  • PS 2800 - Public Affairs Careers Orientation

    (2)
    Planning for public service careers; the varieties of public service careers and the alternative of pursuing advanced degrees are explored. Examples and practical problems from agency work are examined through case studies and presentations by practitioners and professional administrators.
  
  • PS 3005 - Western Political Thought I

    (4)
    Analyzes the writings of Western political theorists from 600 B.C. to 1500 A.D.; systematically examines the political, legal, economic, social, cultural and religious elements that influenced the ideas and policies postulated; and scrutinizes the assumptions behind deeply rooted modes of thought that continue to affect people’s lives. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3010 - Western Political Thought II

    (4)
    Analyzes the writings of Western political theorists from 1500 A.D. to the present; systematically examines the political, legal, economic, social, cultural and religious elements that influenced the ideas and policies postulated; and criticism. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3020 - American Political Thought

    (4)
    Survey of the writings of American thinkers who influenced the development of the American polity. Examines the political, legal and cultural origins of this country. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3040 - International Politics: Theory and Practice

    (4)
    Examination of the central theoretical and conceptual approaches to the study of international politics, and a focused exploration of how those contending approaches account for specific international phenomena such as war and peace, economic interaction, and the emergence of international organizations and global governance. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1600 
  
  • PS 3050 - Communism

    (4)
    The development of revolutionary socialism from early Marxism to the present. The course analyzes the relevance of Marxism to a variety of contemporary revolutionary situations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3070 - Politics Through Literature

    (4)
    Use of literary works (novels, short stories, plays, essays) to examine a range of social and political systems in specific settings. Analysis of how political and cultural backgrounds of various authors have been conveyed in their writings. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3080 - Systematic Political Analysis

    (4)
    Study of selected formal (i.e., logical and mathematical) models in political science. An introduction to the methodology of social science research. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
  
  • PS 3105 - Congress and the Legislative Process

    (4)
    Examination of the United States Congress with particular attention to the creation of the institution, running for Congress, behavior of members of Congress, and the pressures faced by our elected representatives.
  
  • PS 3110 - American Presidency

    (4)
    A study of presidential politics, decision making and leadership in the American political system.
  
  • PS 3115 - The Judicial Process

    (4)
    Study of judicial behavior and decision making in federal courts with an emphasis on the role of courts in developing public policies.
  
  • PS 3130 - Local Government and Politics

    (4)
    Study of local governments; political, economic and demographic forces; trends in metropolitan and suburban politics; and problems of planning in an age of urbanization and suburbanization.
  
  • PS 3135 - State Politics

    (4)
    Comparative analysis of the variations and similarities of the political systems of the 50 states, the policy-making structures, political participation and contemporary public policy issues.
  
  • PS 3140 - Michigan Government Politics and Policy

    (4)
    Michigan’s state governmental institutions, its constitution and intergovernmental relations (both federal and local levels), political actors and processes, and selected public policies.
  
  • PS 3155 - Political Parties and Interest Groups

    (4)
    Study of political parties and interest groups in democracies, focusing on the U.S. experience. Examination of parties and groups as political linkages, and their role in aggregating interests. Not open to students who have received credit for PS 4970 , Political Parties Interest Groups.
  
  • PS 3160 - Media and Politics

    (4)
    The role of the media in influencing political attitudes and agendas, media coverage of issues and campaigns, media and the law, the nature of the media industry, and governmental regulation of broadcast media.
  
  • PS 3165 - Elections and Voting Behavior

    (4)
    Study of electoral systems and the voting behavior of individuals and groups, with special attention to U.S political experience. Not open to students who have received credit for PS 3165, Political Parties and Elections.
  
  • PS 3170 - Political Campaigns

    (4)
    A study of political campaigns, with classroom exercises and the opportunity for fieldwork on current political campaigns. The role and influence of the media on campaigns.
  
  • PS 3205 - American Political Culture

    (4)
    A study of the main themes in American culture and the ways in which they affect the political beliefs, attitudes, opinions and behaviors of Americans. Key themes include individualism, the drive for success, racial attitudes, the American sense of a special mission in the world and American beliefs about democracy.
  
  • PS 3210 - Women and Politics

    (4)
    Examines the role of women in politics including political participation and representation. Additional topics will include women and public issues (such as affirmative action and comparable worth), as well as an introduction to feminist political thought. Identical with WGS 3870 .
  
  • PS 3215 - The Politics of Race and Ethnicity

    (4)
    A study of racial and ethnic groups and their role in the political process in the U.S. Emphasis will be placed on the political experience and the struggle for equal rights by major minority groups such as Blacks, Hispanics and Native Americans. Satisfies the general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3220 - Religion and Politics

    (4)
    Study of the intersection of religion and American politics, with emphasis on religion’s role in the nation’s founding, political participation, the institutions of national government, and current public policy debates.
  
  • PS 3225 - Political Leadership

    (4)
    Study of the theory and practice of political leadership, including its origins, ancient and modern conceptions, the causes of successful and failed leadership, the role of followers, and the possibility of politics without leadership. Detailed case studies of prominent leaders in American politics will be examined.
  
  • PS 3230 - Public Opinion

    (4)
    Study of the opinions, attitudes, and political activities of people belonging to different demographic segments of the population. Not open to students who have received credit for PS 3230, Demography of American Politics.
  
  • PS 3235 - Politics and the Internet

    (4)
    Analyzes the role and impact of the Internet in the political world including e-government, political ideas, the political blogosphere, the “digital divide,” and net neutrality.
  
  • PS 3240 - Politics Through Film

    (4)
    Analyzes political ideas, concepts, theories, public policy, political behavior and visions of politics and society as presented in film.
  
  • PS 3250 - Law and Politics

    (4)
    Broad survey of law and legal systems in the U.S. that presents law as a dynamic, multifaceted discipline. Emphasis is placed on the open-ended quality of law and legal knowledge, despite the definitive nature of legal authority. A problem-solving approach is adopted to provoke critical discussion.
  
  • PS 3255 - U.S. Constitutional Law

    (4)
    Broad survey of U.S. constitutional law as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court, with focus on analyzing original court opinions regarding the powers of the federal government and the interaction between federal and state governments; examines political factors that have shaped our understanding of the Constitution.
  
  • PS 3260 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

    (4)
    Broad survey of legal rights and liberties of individuals in the U.S., as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court, with focus on analyzing original court opinions regarding constitutional and political conflicts arising between individuals and the government; political factors that have influenced major judicial decisions are examined.
  
  • PS 3265 - Gender Discrimination and the Supreme Court

    (4)
    Examines Supreme Court cases throughout history involving gender discrimination. Students will read and discuss case excerpts on issues such as protective legislation, sex discrimination, pregnancy and childbirth, sexual harassment and reproductive rights. Students will also examine the lives and legacies of women justices. Identical with WGS 3817 .
  
  • PS 3305 - Public Administration

    (4)
    Study of government in action, with special attention to policy formulation, organization, personnel administration, supervision, coordination, administrative control and accountability. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1100 
  
  • PS 3310 - American Public Policy

    (4)
    Examines the factors and actors involved in the development and implementation of public policy. Topics may include environment, education, economic development, defense, health care, welfare policy and ethical analysis of policy. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3315 - Public Administration Financial Analysis

    (4)
    Study of accounting and reporting concepts, standards and procedures applicable to city, county, state, and federal governments and non-profit institutions.
  
  • PS 3320 - Public Budgeting

    (4)
    Politics and process of budgeting in public organizations, especially as they relate to the control of policy. Specific techniques are discussed for developing, approving, administering and auditing budgets.
  
  • PS 3325 - Public Sector Human Resource Management

    (4)
    Study of the procedures, techniques and problems of personnel administration in public agencies; evolution of the modern civil service system, merit principle, and responses to collective bargaining and equal opportunity programs.
  
  • PS 3340 - Public Policy and Health Care

    (4)
    Examination of the status and evolution of public policies relating to health and health care, the policy-making processes in health care and the various implications of trends in health care policy.
  
  • PS 3345 - Comparative Public Administration

    (4)
    Comprehensive exploration of the political and policy-making roles of public bureaucracies around the world stressing the effects of politics and organized interests on bureaucracy.
  
  • PS 3405 - Politics of Latin America

    (4)
    Analysis of Latin American political systems and the historical, social and economic factors underlying them. The major countries are studied intensively, and a comparative approach is used to examine the variations from democracy to dictatorship and the political instability that characterizes the area.
  
  • PS 3410 - African Politics

    (4)
    Examination of politics within nations in Africa. Emphasis placed on the evolution of political institutions since independence, along with contemporary challenges of democratization and development. A comparative point of view is emphasized.
  
  • PS 3415 - Politics of the Middle East and North Africa

    (4)
    The cultural and historical factors that influence contemporary politics of the area will be emphasized. Topics include religion, social structures, economic problems, the impact of the West and the Arab-Israeli conflict.
  
  • PS 3420 - European Political Systems

    (4)
    An analysis of politics within and between nations in Europe. Selected institutions and processes are examined in detail. A comparative point of view is emphasized.
  
  • PS 3425 - The Russian Political System

    (4)
    A descriptive analysis of the Russian society as a political system: its origins, institutions and political behavior. Trends and developments in the system will be assessed, and comparisons with other political systems will be undertaken. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3430 - Political Systems of Asia

    (4)
    Elements of political life in China, Japan, India, and other Asian countries. Cultural, historical, social, and economic factors that influence and are influenced by contemporary political institutions Processes by which political conflicts are resolved.
  
  • PS 3435 - Chinese Politics and Foreign Policy

    (4)
    Examination of the political system and policies of contemporary China, covering the rise of communism in China, reforms to the communist system, political institutions, political culture, and foreign policy.
  
  • PS 3550 - Politics of Development

    (4)
    Examination of the issues that relate to social, political and economic development in countries undergoing dramatic social change.
  
  • PS 3555 - Global Democratization

    (4)
    Examination of movement toward democratic forms of government in various parts of the world and of those factors that promote or inhibit democracy.
  
  • PS 3560 - Revolution, Intervention, and Democratization

    (4)
    Examination of revolution and counterrevolution as products of U.S. efforts to fashion and preserve a liberal international order involving systematic interference in the affairs of sovereign countries. Focus is on the motivations, methods, and consequences of official and sponsored intervention on a global scale. “Democracy promotion” is afforded special consideration.
  
  • PS 3565 - Dictatorships

    (4)
    Contemporary dictatorships, why they emerge, how they function, and the various strategies that may lead to their collapse.
  
  • PS 3605 - Model United Nations

    (2 OR 4)
    Examination of the United Nations (UN) system and issues currently confronting UN bodies. Includes participation in regional or national Model UN conference. May be repeated once for PS or IR credit and up to two additional times for elective credit toward the degree.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of department.
  
  • PS 3610 - United States Foreign Policy

    (4)
    Examination of American foreign policy process, focusing on the impact of domestic societal, political and bureaucratic determinants of foreign policy and the constraints imposed by the international system. Main instruments of foreign policy, for instance, diplomacy, military power, economic statecraft, overt action, are considered and evaluated.
  
  • PS 3615 - Comparative Foreign Policy

    (4)
    An examination of the major theoretical debates in the field of foreign policy analysis, with a focus on the relative impact of domestic and international factors on the decision-making process and the behavior of states. Theoretical matters will be explored in the comparative analysis of the foreign policy of global and regional powers in the international system.
  
  • PS 3630 - International Organizations

    (4)
    Examination of major international organizations such as the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, the European Union, and regional organizations. Explanation of how these organizations fit into international relations theory and how they affect world politics today.
  
  • PS 3640 - International Political Economy

    (4)
    Examination of the relationship between political and economic structure, organization, and events, including issues such as the politics of trade and investment, regional integration, behavior of multinational corporations, and economic development.
  
  • PS 3650 - Globalization and International Economic Institutions

    (4)
    Broad survey of contemporary political debates on globalization, including trade and jobs, investment and labor rights, poverty, inequality and economic development, and pro- and anti-globalization movement. Special attention will be given to how governments and international organizations, such as the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the World Trade organization and their regional counterparts, operate.
  
  • PS 3660 - International Law

    (4)
    Explores the sources, foundations, and principles of public and other forms of international law. Emphasis on institutions and processes of international dispute resolution, issues of jurisdiction, state sovereignty, and responsibility, and distinctive bodies of international law concerning human rights, individual criminal acts, preservation and protection of the environment, and the use of military force.
  
  • PS 3710 - International Politics of Human Rights

    (4)
    Development of international human rights norms, the central debates and controversies: their application and enforcement in international politics. Focus on the evolution of the definition of human rights and its affect on the emerging international human rights regime.
  
  • PS 3715 - Gender and Int’l Relations

    (4)
    Examination of major gender critiques of mainstream IR theory and the ways in which gender analysis expands both theory and practical political analysis at the international and global levels. Identical with WGS 3823 .
  
  • PS 3720 - The Politics of Migration

    (4)
    The political consequences of migration. Similarities and differences of migration dynamics around the world are explored, as are different theoretical understandings of the causes of migration, the sources of inter-group conflict and how policies can help ameliorate or exacerbate such conflict. Special attention will be paid to the relationship between migration and democracy through scholarly articles drawn from political science research.
  
  • PS 3730 - Global Environmental Governance

    (4)
    Overview of inter-related environmental and resource issues at the regional and global levels. Current institutions, laws and policies for addressing issues including global warming, climate change, biodiversity/species decline, trade/environment linkages, water resources, depletion of global fisheries and rainforests. Identical with ENV 3540 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PS 3750 - International Conflict and Security

    (4)
    Examination of the conditions that make for war and peace in world politics, and of the range of possible approaches that might help to manage or prevent conflict in the future. Factors contributing to conflict within and between states are considered.
  
  • PS 3755 - International Negotiation and Bargaining

    (4)
    Negotiation theories and practice, focusing on understanding differing approaches to negotiation and explaining bargaining outcomes. Emphasis on hands-on learning through simulation, role-playing exercises, and case analysis.
  
  • PS 3780 - International Terrorism: Causes, Consequences, Responses

    (4)
    Exploration of terrorist motivation and ideology, methods, and the effectiveness of international and state-level responses to terrorist challengers.
  
  • PS 3810 - Conducting Political Surveys

    (4)
    Overview of the history and approaches to survey research. Students will gain experience in planning and implementing survey projects and interpreting responses.
  
  • PS 3850 - Geographic Information System Analysis for Sustainability

    (4)
    Examines environmental sustainability through GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping and analysis. Sustainability topics are covered through computer lab exercises and policy case studies. Prepares students to conduct GIS analysis and evaluate the sustainability implications of public policies. Identical with ENV 4520 .
  
  • PS 3930 - Special Topics in American Politics

    (2 OR 4)
    From time to time, the department offers courses on special topics in response to current issues in various subfields of the discipline.
  
  • PS 3940 - Special Topics in Comparative Politics and International Relations

    (1 TO 4)
    From time to time the department offers courses on special topics in response to current issues in various subfields of the discipline. May be repeated under different subtitle.
  
  • PS 3996 - Independent Study

    (2 OR 4)
    Readings not normally covered in existing course offerings. Directed on an individual basis.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of department and instructor.
  
  • PS 4030 - Government and the Economy

    (4)
    Role of government in the economy, including an examination of federal, local, and international fiscal and monetary policies.
  
  • PS 4950 - Public Administration Internship

    (4)
    Supervised student internship with governmental, political, criminal justice or other public agency. Reports and analyses of work performed at agency required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 2800  and PS 3305 , junior standing and permission of instructor.
  
  • PS 4955 - Political Science/International Relations Internship

    (4)
    Supervised student internship with governmental, political, criminal justice, or other public agency. Reports and analyses of work performed at agency required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of internship director.
  
  • PS 4970 - Seminar in American Politics

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to American politics. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1100  and PS 2550  and permission of major adviser.
  
  • PS 4975 - Seminar in the Comparative Study of Political Systems

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to comparative politics. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1400  and PS 2550  and permission of major adviser.
  
  • PS 4980 - Seminar in International Relations

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to international relations. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PS 1600 , PS 2550  and PS 3040  and permission of major adviser.
  
  • PS 4995 - Special Topics or Directed Research

    (2 TO 8)
    Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor.
  
  • PS 4997 - College Teaching Apprenticeship

    (4)
    Affords the opportunity for qualified students to deepen their understanding of selected topics in political science and ways of teaching politics by assisting an instructor in teaching a 1000 level political science course and writing a critique of this experience. May be taken only once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and department chair.

Production and Operations Management

  
  • POM 3000 - Survey of Operations Management

    (3)
    This course introduces the student to the operation of both manufacturing and service organizations. Topics included are capacity planning, facility location and layout, production control and scheduling and quality assurance. Business majors, pre-business students and business undecided students cannot take this course. Offered every other winter semester.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
  
  • POM 3430 - Operations Management

    (3)
    Study of operations of manufacturing and service organizations. Introduction to operational design and control issues such as forecasting, capacity planning, facility location and layout, production control, material requirements planning, scheduling and quality assurance. Includes international, legal and ethical aspects.
    Prerequisite(s): QMM 2400  or QMM 2410  or STA 2226  or STA 2220  and ACC 2100  with a minimum grade of (C) in each course.
  
  • POM 3990 - ACHIEVE III - Operations Management

    (0)
    Guide students through the job search process within the Operations Management major.
    Prerequisite(s): major standing and SBC 1990  and SBC 2990  
    Pre/Corequisite(s): SBC 3990  
  
  • POM 4350 - Management of Service Operations

    (3)
    This course seeks to improve the student’s understanding of the nature of organizations that produce services in addition to, and instead of, goods. It explores some of the operating and other management issues, problems, and decisions found in such organizations. The course takes a general management viewpoint with a bias towards operations, marketing, and human resource management. It establishes a framework for the evaluation of existing and new service concepts and examines similarities and differences between management in the service and manufacturing sectors. It exposes students to important service concepts and practices and makes us aware of problems, issues, and opportunities in the service sector.
    Prerequisite(s): POM 3430  with a minimum grade of (C).
 

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