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PSC 220 - Introduction to International Relations


Class: 3 Credits: 3
This course introduces the major forces and factors influencing world affairs, with emphasis on the role of the United States in the global community and the impact of growing interdependence on daily living.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100  and RDG 100  with minimum grade of “C” required.
Course Topics:

  • Foundations of international relations: understanding interests, interactions and international institutions.
  • War and peace.
  • Domestic politics and war.
  • International institutions and war.
  • International political economy: trade, economic patterns, financial and monetary relations, wealth and poverty.
  • Transnational politics; advocacy groups, human rights, terrorism, and global environment.

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
None
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59


Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate understanding of the terminology used in international relations.
  2. Explain theories and framework of international relations.
  3. Examine the main historical, political, economic, and environmental issues that shape the current world.
  4. Identify the main players in the world’s politics: world’s powers, leaders, governmental and non-governmental organizations.
  5. Understand the interactions and the balance of power in the world’s international arena.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Face Covering Requirements:
All faculty, staff and students must wear a face mask/covering at all times (absent a medical condition) on all SCC campuses when safe social distancing measures are not possible or difficult to follow. For further details, refer to the Student Guidelines for Face Coverings and Social Distancing on the SCC Coronavirus COVID-19 Information page.
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy


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2020-2021