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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Information

Catalog Course Definitions 

Core - Course is approved for specific core curriculum (i.e. arts and sciences curriculum; quantitative reasoning and mathematical skills)

Cross-Listed – Class that is offered along with another class that has the same topic, title, and course content.  Max Hours displayed for each cross-listed class is the total number of hours allowed for all courses completed within a particular cross-listed group. See below for more information on Max Hours.

Gt - Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer as part of the gtPathways program. 

Max Hours (in Course Description) - Total number of applicable credit hours that count toward a student’s degree for a particular course or cross-listed group.

Requisite: 

  • Prerequisite -  Specific course completed or “in progress” (i.e. ENGL 1020 or ENGL 1020 with C- or higher)
  • Corequisite – Specific course taken at the same time (i.e. BIOL 2071 taken same time as BIOL 2051)
  • Restriction – Restricted to a specific population (i.e. Restricted to MUSC majors or junior standing, etc.)

Course Number Definitions:

  • 1000 - 4999 Undergraduate Level
  • 5000 - 9999 Graduate Level
 

Physics
  

  • PHYS 3251 - Biophysics of the Body


    Fundamental ideas of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics from the viewpoint of physics. Biological topics covered include: skeletal systems, muscular systems, circulatory systems, and human motion. Analytical mechanics topics include: newtonian mechanics, harmonic motion, energy conservation, and introductory fluid dynamics. Prereq: PHYS 2711, 3161, MATH 2421 and 3195 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 3252 - Biophysics of the Body NM


    Fundamental ideas of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics from the viewpoint of physics. Biological topics covered include: skeletal systems, muscular systems, circulatory systems, and human motion. Analytical mechanics topics include: newtonian mechanics, harmonic motion, energy conservation, and introductory fluid dynamics. Prereq: PHYS 2010 and PHYS 2020. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 3411 - Thermal Physics


    Covers the basic concepts of the three related disciplines of thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and kinetic theory. Prereq: PHYS 2331, 2811 and MATH 2421; Coreq: MATH 3195 or equivalent. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 3451 - Biophysics of the Cell


    Fundamentals of cellular biology from the viewpoint of physics. Biological topics covered include: the central dogma of molecular biology, cellular signaling, genetic regulation, molecular crowding, and ion channels. Statistical and thermal physics topics include: statistics, probability, thermodynamics, heat, and entropy. Prereq: PHYS 2811, 3151 and MATH 2421 or permission of instructor. Coreq: MATH 3195. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 3452 - Biophysics of the Cell NM


    Fundamentals of cellular biology from the viewpoint of physics. Biological topics covered include: the central dogma of molecular biology, cellular signaling, genetic regulation, molecular crowding, and ion channels. Statistical and thermal physics topics include: statistics, probability, thermodynamics, heat, and entropy. Prereq: PHYS 2020, 2040 and 3151 or permission of instructor. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 3620 - Sound and Music


    Considers the basic nature of sound waves, the ear and hearing, and musical instruments. Although this course is mainly descriptive, some high school algebra will be used. Prereq: MATH 1070 or equivalent. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 3711 - Junior Laboratory I


    Advanced laboratory in classical and modern physics. Prereq: PHYS 2811. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 3721 - Junior Laboratory II


    Advanced laboratory in classical and modern physics. Prereq: PHYS 3711. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 3811 - Quantum Mechanics


    A course in which both wave and matrix mechanics are developed and applied to selected problems in atomic physics. Prereq: PHYS 2811 and 3211. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 3840 - Independent Study: PHYS


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 3939 - Internship


    Designed experiences involving application of specific, relevant concepts and skills in supervised employment situations. Note: students must work with the Experiential Learning Center advising to complete a course contract and gain approval. Prereq: Junior standing or higher. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4331 - Principles of Electricity and Magnetism


    Elements of mathematical theory of electricity and magnetism, including electrostatics, magnetostatics, polarized media, direct and alternating current theory, and introduction to electromagnetic fields and waves. Prereq: PHYS 2331 and 3120. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 4351 - Bioelectromagnetism


    The fundamental theory of electric and magnetic fields is developed and applied to problems of biology and medicine. Examples in medical diagnostics and treatment are built upon rigorous application of Maxwell’s equations and constitutive models of electromagnetic properties of biomaterials. Prereq: PHYS 2331 and 3120 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PHYS 5351. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 4352 - Bioelectromagnetism NM


    This course is the non-majors’ companion to PHYS 4351/5351 (taught simultaneously) using modeling approaches accessible to the general science student. Prereq: PHYS 2010, 2020 and MATH 1401 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PHYS 5352. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 4400 - Scientific Instrumentation


    Conceptual and practical knowledge needed to design scientific instruments, develop technical products, and use special laboratory procedures to research. Topics include materials, mechanisms, electronics, and optics. Prereq: Two semesters of 2000-level introductory physics or instructor’s permission. Cross-listed with PHYS 5400. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4401 - Special Topics


    Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4510 - Optics


    Presents a contemporary treatment of selected topics in optics, such as matrix methods in geometrical optics, the Fourier analysis approach to physical optics, and interaction of light with matter. Prereq: PHYS 2331, 2811 and 3120. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4550 - Astrophysics


    Covers stellar astrophysics, solar physics, star formations, stellar evolution, processes in the interstellar medium, galactic dynamics and evolution, formation of galaxies and cosmology. Prereq: MATH 3195; PHYS 2821 and 3050 recommended. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4610 - Computational Physics


    Designed to provide an understanding of the role of the computer in modern theoretical physics by studying the simulation of physical phenomena in various fields of physics. Prereq: PHYS 3120. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 4620 - Computational Physics II


    Assigns the student to an individual, advanced-level project modeling a physical phenomenon on the computer. Prereq: PHYS 4610. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 4650 - Solid State Physics


    Covers the basic thermal and electrical properties of solids which are explained in terms of the Brillouin zone structures of phonons and electrons. Prereq: PHYS 3411 and 3811. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4711 - Senior Laboratory I


    Individual project laboratory with emphasis on modern methods of physical experimentation. Prereq: PHYS 3721. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 4721 - Senior Laboratory II


    Individual project laboratory with emphasis on modern methods of physical experimentation. Prereq: PHYS 4711. Max hours: 2 Credits. Semester Hours: 2 to 2
  

  • PHYS 4810 - Atomic and Molecular Structure


    A course in which quantum mechanical methods are applied to problems in atomic and molecular physics, such as the one-electron atom, atomic and molecular spectra, and particle scattering. Prereq: PHYS 3811. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4820 - Subatomic Physics


    Introductory treatment of the various concepts and models used to describe nuclear and high energy particle phenomena. Prereq: PHYS 2811. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4840 - Independent Study: PHYS


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 12 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4850 - Physics for Design and Innovation I


    A service-learning project using fundamental physical principles to design a prototype scientific instrument, technical device, or technical process for a real-world client. Includes instruction on project management, intellectual property, and market analysis. Cross-listed with PHYS 5850. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4852 - Physics for Design and Innovation II


    A capstone project using fundamental physical principles to prototype a scientific instrument, technical device or technical process. The focus is on the student’s own product idea. Includes online guided readings on the wider context of product development. Students should consult with instructor on necessary physics and mathematics preparation for the project. Prereq: PHYS 4850. Cross-listed with PHYS 5852. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4880 - Directed Research


    Students will engage in original research projects supervised and mentored by faculty. Students must work with faculty prior to registration to develop a proposal for their project and receive permission to take this course. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 6
  

  • PHYS 4920 - Advanced Undergraduate Seminar


    Studies a focused topic such as: size and age of the universe, critical phenomena, non-linear optics, energy, fiber-optic communications, among others. Students research these topics and give a seminar outlining their findings. Prereq: PHYS 2811 or permission of instructor. Max hours: 1 Credit. Semester Hours: 1 to 1
  

  • PHYS 4939 - Internship


    Note: students must work with the Experiential Learning Center advising to complete a course contract and gain approval. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 4980 - Advanced Physics Topics


    Covers a particular topic, as announced in the ‘Schedule Planner.’ Note: May be taken more than once for credit in different topics. Prereq: PHYS 2811. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5101 - XP Forces and Motion


    Concepts of motion, forces, momentum, and mechanical energy are connected to major technologies. A key goal is to exhibit how an experienced practitioner from a field other than physics assimilates these concepts into applications in daily life and the workplace. Prereq: permission of instructor required. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5102 - XP Electromagnetism and Energy


    Concepts such as charge, current, electric field, potential, and magnetic field are developed with focus on energy and power generation. A key goal is to exhibit how an experienced practitioner from a field other than physics assimilates these concepts into applications in daily life and the workplace. Prereq: Permission of instructor required. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5103 - XP Light, Color and Optics


    The physical nature of light explains optical technologies using illumination, shadows, reflection, refraction, color, polarization and interference. A key goal is to exhibit how an experienced practitioner from a field other than physics assimilates these concepts into applications in daily life and the workplace. Prereq: Permission of instructor required. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5104 - RM-MSMSP Aviation Fundamentals


    Designed for teachers in the RM-MSMSP program Explores flight instruments, aerodynamics, safety of flight, charts/airspace, radios/communication, weather, navigation, aircraft performance, NASA microgravity and medical issues, cross country flight, route and aircraft planning, Crew resource management, aeronautical decision making and more. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 5105 - RM-MSMSP Research Experience for Teachers - Physics Cohort


    A five - week research exploration in which RM-MSMSP teachers will raise their level of relevant scientific understanding by engaging in a “hands-on” workshop, transforming what they have learned into new curricular materials that will improve the scientific abilities of their students and hopefully stimulate them to consider a STEM career. Note: credit may not apply toward any CLAS degree. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 6
  

  • PHYS 5351 - Bioelectromagnetism


    The fundamental theory of electric and magnetic fields is developed and applied to problems in biology and medicine. Examples in medical diagnostics and treatment are built upon rigorous application of Maxwell’s equations and constitutive models of electromagnetic properties of biomaterials. Prereq: PHYS 2331 and 3120 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PHYS 4351. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 5352 - Bioelectromagnetism NM


    This course is the non-majors’ companion to PHYS 4351/5351 (taught simultaneously) using modeling approaches accessible to the general science student. Prereq: PHYS 2010, 2020 and MATH 1401 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PHYS 4352. Max hours: 4 Credits. Semester Hours: 4 to 4
  

  • PHYS 5400 - Scientific Instrumentation


    Conceptual and practical knowledge needed to design scientific instruments, develop technical products, and use special laboratory procedures to research. Topics include materials, mechanisms, electronics, and optics. Cross-listed with PHYS 4400. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5401 - Special Topics


    Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5840 - Independent Study: PHYS


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5850 - Physics for Design and Innovation I


    A service-learning project using fundamental physical principles to design a prototype scientific instrument, technical device, or technical process for a real-world client. Includes instruction on project management, intellectual property, and market analysis. Cross-listed with PHYS 4850. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5852 - Physics for Design and Innovation II


    A capstone project using fundamental physical principles to prototype a scientific instrument, technical device or technical process. The focus is on the student’s own product idea. Includes online guided readings on the wider context of product development. Students should consult with instructor on necessary physics and mathematics preparation for the project. Prereq: PHYS 4850 or 5850. Cross-listed with PHYS 5852. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PHYS 5880 - Directed Research


    Students will engage in original research projects supervised and mentored by faculty. Students must work with faculty prior to registration to develop a proposal for their project and receive permission to take this course. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 6
  

  • PHYS 5939 - Internship


    Note: Students must submit a special processing form completely filled out and signed by the student and faculty member, describing the course expectations, assignments and outcomes, to the Graduate School for approval. Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 6
  

  • PHYS 5950 - Master’s Thesis


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 8 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 8
  

  • PHYS 5960 - Master’s Project


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 8 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 8
  

  • PHYS 5980 - Advanced Physics Topics


    Covers a particular topic as announced in the ‘Schedule Planner.’ Note: May be taken more than once for credit in different topics. Note: this course assumes that students have completed PHYS 2811 or equivalent. Prereq: Graduate standing. Max hours: 12 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PHYS 6840 - Independent Study: PHYS


    Note: Students must check with a faculty member before taking this course. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3

Political Science
  

  • PSCI 1001 - Introduction to Political Science: The Quest for Freedom and Justice


    Introduces the study of politics, its human importance, and its relationship to social institutions. Analysis of the relationship between individual political behavior and characteristics of the political system. Development of key concepts such as power, legitimacy, authority, political socialization, and revolution. Note: Required of all PSCI majors. Max hours: 3 Credits. GT: Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer, GT-SS1 Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 1101 - American Political System


    General introduction to the American political system with emphasis upon citizen involvement, the relationships among the various levels and branches of government, formal and informal institutions, processes, and behavior. Note: Required of all PSCI majors. Max hours: 3 Credits. GT: Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer, GT-SS1 Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 1111 - First Year Seminar


    Restriction: Restricted to Freshman level students. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2001 - Topics in Political Science


    Covers different areas of politics. Note: May be taken more than once for credit when topics vary. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2006 - Global Political Issues


    Studies global political issues, exploring the broad forces at play in the world: international economics, national interests, military power, nationalism, ethnicity, the environment and human rights. Discussion of world events and underlying global issues, incorporating analytical tools used by political scientists. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2011 - Logic of Political Inquiry


    This course builds critical thinking techniques, logical habits of mind, and research skills necessary for political study. Includes argumentation basics, logical fallacies, evaluating evidence, understanding statistics, effective writing, and internet research. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2365 - Politics of Climate Change


    This course shows how Political Science addresses today’s most severe threat to our planet. It analyzes how societies try to mitigate and adapt to climate change at various governance levels. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2410 - Political Science through Science Fiction


    Explore political science concepts by analyzing works of science fiction. Course examines utopian and dystopian communities, imagined futures, and political theorizing in both classic and unusual works of fiction. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2840 - Independent Study


    An opportunity for lower division students who demonstrate academic potential to pursue the study of some subject of interest in greater detail, with supervision from a faculty member in the department. Subjects chosen and arrangements for assignments to be made between student and faculty. Prereq: One semester of course work at Downtown Denver Campus. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 2939 - Internship


    Experiences involving application of specific, relevant concepts and skills in supervised employment situations. Note: students must work with the Experiential Learning Center advising to complete a course contract and gain approval. Prereq: 15 hours of 2.75 GPA. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3000 - Topics: Conference Participation


    Max hours: 1 Credit. Semester Hours: 1 to 1
  

  • PSCI 3002 - Topics in Political Science


    Covers different areas of politics. Note: May be taken more than once for credit when topics vary. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3011 - Research Methods


    Design of political/social research, both qualitative and quantitative. Applications of statistical techniques and procedures to social and political phenomena. Use of computer and the Internet. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3022 - Political Systems of the World


    The class focuses on the analyses of various political systems around the world. Students will look at democracies and dictatorships, industrialized countries and developing countries. Though a structured comparison, students will assess and test key theories in Political Science. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3034 - Race, Gender, Law and Public Policy


    Historical overview of race and gender relations in the U.S. and an examination of the treatment of issues of race and gender in the judicial system and public policy. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3035 - Political Movements: Race and Gender


    Examines the emergence, growth, and decline of social movements for race and gender equality. Discussion of political issues of race and gender in the 1990s. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3042 - Introduction to International Relations


    Basic background and theories of international relations with focus on the interaction between nation states, international organizations, regimes and transnational movements. Themes examined include foreign policy conduct, international security and political economy, human rights and environmental management. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3050 - Islamophobia


    Islamophobia depicts Islam and its followers as threats to civilization, human rights and progress. Course examines historical and current Islamophobia, including impacts on international relations and on domestic politics. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3064 - Power and Empowerment in the United States


    Introduces U.S. political economy. Analysis of the political and economic forces and structures that shape the opportunities available to the American people. Among topics included are reciprocal impacts of government and business, the federal budget, taxation, lobbying and special interests, community organizing, and elections. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3075 - Community Organizing and Community Development


    Engages the history, theory and skills of community organizing and development. An essential question guiding the course is, “How do we become ethical agents of change?” Students answer this question through rigorous study, development and application of the theory and practice of community organizing and development. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3214 - Federal Law and American Indians


    Examines the legal and political history of the U.S. in relation to American Indian Nations. Focuses on specific laws and Supreme Court cases in federal Indian law, with analysis of U.S. policy. There will be some comparison with Indian policies of other countries. Cross-listed with ETST 3216. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3333 - Utopian Transformations


    Explores cutting-edge theory and practice in social change that transcends traditional left-right divisions and merely incremental reform. Utopian and transformative experiments studied include communes, worker cooperatives, neighborhood organizing, and green parties. Note: Service-learning option can fulfill major requirement. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3347 - Film and Politics


    Presents historical and contemporary films to introduce students to critical evaluation of film as a political medium. Whether designed as propaganda or entertainment, films shape and reflect critical issues in our political and social culture. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3840 - Independent Study: PSCI


    Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3914 - The Urban Citizen


    Course emphasis is community, the individual, and the good life. Experiential learning and classroom discussions about capacities of urban citizens. Focus is on social, political, and economic resources that individuals command, issues of equality and inequality, and possibilities of constructive change. Prereq: A willingness to spend a semester working and studying together as a team in both the classroom and the community. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 3939 - Internship


    Designed experiences involving application of political concepts and skills in supervised employment situations. Note: students must work with the Experiential Learning Center advising to complete a course contract and gain approval. Prereq: Junior standing or higher. Max hours: 9 Credits. Semester Hours: 1 to 9
  

  • PSCI 4002 - Topics in Political Science


    Specialized areas of politics. Note: May be taken more than once for credit when topics vary. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Max hours: 12 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4009 - Politics of the Budgetary Process


    Develops each student’s understanding of budgeting and financial management in the public and nonprofit sectors. An overview of public sector and nonprofit fiscal management is provided, along with thorough exploration of the political influences that affect financial decision-making. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4011 - GIS in Political Science


    Computer lab course developing methodological skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in political contexts. Geospatial computerized mapping skills are important in political fields such as urban planning, electoral analysis, environmental justice, demographics, public health, and criminal justice. Designed for beginners. Cross-listed with PSCI 5011. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4014 - Media and Politics


    Explores the impact of the news media on the American political system, including public policy and citizen participation, and addresses trends in news coverage and media ownership, and their impact on public opinion. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4024 - State Politics: Focus Colorado


    Examination of American state politics, with an emphasis on Colorado. Course examines the special role of state governments in the American federal system. Focus on dominant current issues facing Colorado state government. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4025 - Local Governance and Globalization


    Introduces international political economy, consequences of globalization for localities, interplay between wealth and power among nations, multinational corporations, NGOs and the UN, and impact of their actions on local governments. Topics include development, aid, trade, outsourcing, eco-sustainability and global equity. Cross-listed with PSCI 5025. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4034 - Political Parties and Pressure Groups


    Democrats, Republicans, third parties, and pressure groups in the United States. Analysis of pressure politics and political behavior. Impact of parties and pressure groups on the public good. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4044 - The Presidency


    An overview of the historical, constitutional, and functional aspects of the presidency. Focuses on the powers and vulnerabilities of the presidency and on the style and politics of the current president. Cross-listed with PSCI 5044. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4057 - Religion and Politics


    Exploration of: (1) theoretical perspectives on the relationship between religion and politics; (2) causes of and justifications for the historical development of the Western separation of “church and state;” (3) contemporary responses to and analyses of this separation; and (4) several current debates about public policy in America that reveal tensions between these two spheres. Cross-listed with PSCI 5057 and RLST 4500, 5500. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4074 - Urban Politics


    The crisis and the promise of U.S. cities. Nature and roots of critical urban problems. Citizen involvement in urban decision making. Government as problem and as solution. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4084 - Local Government and Administration


    Policy and administrative challenges faced by local government in the 21st century. Emphasis on cities under federalism, alternative forms of city governance, and new challenges from increasingly diverse constituents. Issues of poverty, public safety, health, transportation, environment, corruption, and accountability. Cross-listed with PSCI 5084. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4085 - Comparative Governance: Environment and Society


    Focuses on how public & private actors at various levels of governance address pressing social & environmental issues such as aging societies, drug abuse, air pollution & global warming. Students will learn to analyze the dynamics of conflict & cooperation, using main concepts and theories of governance literature. Cross-list PSCI 5085. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4094 - Seminar: American Politics


    Foundations of U.S. politics and contemporary political issues. Federal/state/community relations. Relationship among the three branches of the Federal government. Colorado controversies arising under the U.S. Constitution. Cross-listed with PSCI 5014. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4105 - Comparative Politics: Europe


    An intensive and comparative analysis of the political systems and processes of Europe. Emphasis on political culture and economy; executive-legislative relationships; electoral systems; political parties and interest groups; political conflict and citizen participation; and the impact of social changes on political institutions. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Cross-listed with PSCI 5105. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4115 - Third World Politics


    Examines the factors challenging political stability in low income nations and the prospects for democracy and economic development. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4124 - Denver Politics


    Surveys Denver’s dominant political and economic forces and community agendas that compete with the downtown growth machine. Examines urban renewal strategies, gentrification and grass-roots resistance, and the role of officials in shaping Denver’s distribution of wealth and life-opportunities. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4126 - Introduction to International Political Economy


    A short introduction to international economy, including classic readings of international political economy (such as Smith, Ricardo, Marx, Lenin), and more recent work on globalization, applying related theories to the current world economy. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Max hours: 6 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4144 - Indigenous Political Systems


    Surveys political theory and practice in indigenous societies in the Americas. Examines the impact of indigenous political thought on Euro-American politics, especially the U.S. Constitution, and explores the contemporary impact of indigenous people on current politics. Cross-listed with ETST 4144. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4146 - Indigenous Politics


    Surveys the status of the world’s native peoples and nations, and the role of law and politics in the future of indigenous peoples in the global arena. Examines questions of human rights, economic development, and international law and politics. Cross-listed with PSCI 5145 and ETST 4146. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4155 - Political Systems of the Middle East and North Africa


    Comparative analysis of political processes in the Middle East and North Africa. Islamic political theory and its contemporary manifestations. The role of nationalism and the quest for modernity in the political development of this region. Parties and programmed modernization in transitional politics. Violent and nonviolent change. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4156 - The Arab-Israeli Peace Process


    Critical analysis of Arab and Israeli perspectives on the on-going peace negotiations in the Middle East. Historical background and religious-cultural aspects of current problems. Note: This course may count for the International Studies major or minor. See your INTS advisor for more information. Cross-listed with ETST 4156. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4165 - Islamic Politics and Culture


    Comprehensive, in-depth study of Islam and Muslims. Islam is viewed as a “way of life” with social, economic, psychological, spiritual, and political implications. Among topics to be examined are: women in Islam, Jihad, fundamentalism, Islamic movements, Islam and the West. Cross-listed with RLST 3100. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4176 - Gandhi’s Legacy: Non-Violent Resistance Today


    This course assesses the legacy of Gandhi’s nonviolent struggle against systemic oppression. We examine Gandhi’s ideas and practices, consider Western images of political violence, and then focus on questions and possible answers raised by empirical studies. Cross-listed with PSCI 5176. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
  

  • PSCI 4185 - Corruption in the U.S. and Abroad


    Explores the causes and consequences of administrative and political corruption in developed and developing countries, and evaluates various anti-corruption strategies. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3
 

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