PS 205 Intro International Relations
Introduces analyses of current world events; the nature of the international political and economic systems; and alternative perspectives, strategies, and approaches to contemporary world problems. Topics include global diversity; poverty and economic development; environmental and resource issues; and war and peace.
Prerequisite
Recommended: College level reading and writing skills.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AS Liberal Arts Core 4, AAS Human Relations, AAOT Social Sciences, AS Social Process/Institution, AGS Social Science, Cultural Literacy AAOT/AAS,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Articulate an understanding of origins, development and character of contemporary international relations. Identify culturally and historically defined meanings of difference in the identity politics of the worlds nations. Critically analyze and explain the basis issues that dominate international relations. Use analytical thinking to describe and interpret current world events. Synthesize diverse perspectives on and approaches to the basic issues of international relations.