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This course examines major theories, concepts, and methods of contemporary Political science, Political Issues and Public Policy, American Government and Politics, Political Theory, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. Unifying concepts (management of conflict, power, and authoritative allocation of values) are applied to the study of the state and the political process.
1. Understanding of the management of conflict 2. Critical thinking 3. Information literacy *The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.POL 102: Introduction To Politics
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Sections Offered: Fall 2026
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0158-102-001
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0158-102-002
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Sections Offered: Spring 2026
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0158-102-001
Mon, Wed
3
0158-102-002
Mon, Wed
3