Political Science (PLS) at Thomas Nelson Community College
- PLS 135 - American National Politics
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Teaches political institutions and processes of the national government of the United States, focuses on the Congress, presidency, and the courts, and on their inter- relationships. Gives attention to public opinion, suffrage, elections, political parties, interest groups, civil rights, domestic policy, and foreign relations.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
- PLS 136 - State and Local Politics
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Teaches structure, powers and functions of state and local government in the United States.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
- PLS 241 - International Relations I
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Teaches geographic, demographic, economic, ideological, and other factors conditioning the policies of countries and discusses conflicts and their adjustment.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
- PLS 293 - Studies In
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Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instuctor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course's viability as a permanent offering.
Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits
- PLS 295 - Topics In
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Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.
May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
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