PS 202 - International Relations

Description
This course examines how state and non-state actors interact politically on the world stage. Students will be introduced to various theoretical perspectives that explain international events. Causes of conflict and diplomatic efforts for peace will be discussed within the context of institutions like the United Nations and international law. Trade and currency regimes will be examined as to how they impact economic development, as well as causes of poverty and threats to the global environment.

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
Pre-Political Science, A.A. (General Transfer)

General Education Requirement:
Social Sciences
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
3. Critical Thinking: Gather and synthesize relevant information, evaluate alternative perspectives, or understand inquiry as a means of creating knowledge, 4. Cultural Competence: Understand diverse interpersonal and cultural perspectives through analysis of scholarly or creative works
Course Learning Outcomes:

Understand how international relations has evolved to the present. (GELO 4)
Apply the various theoretical perspectives in international relations such as realism, liberalism, and marxism and how they explain world events differently. (GELO 3)
Identify the various institutions that make US foreign policy, and the strategic alliances of the modern world. (GELO 4)
Recognize the causes of global conflict, the construction of the United Nations as a means to resolve it, and global efforts toward arms control. (GELO 4)
Understand the sources of international law and the role international and national courts play in its implementation.
Analyze how international trade and monetary regimes either support economic integration, or further protectionism. (GELO 3)
Identify challenges and potential solutions to environmental issues, global poverty, and economic development. (GELO 3)
Demonstrate reading comprehension and the ability to critically analyze news sources covering topical international events. (GELO 3)

Course Outline:
I. INTERNATIONAL SECURITY

A. Introduction to International Relations

B. Theoretical Perspectives

C. Foreign Policy

D. International Conflict

E. Military Force

F. International Organizations and Law

II. INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY

A. Trade Regimes

B. Currency Regimes

C. Economic Integration

D. Environmental Issues

E. Global Poverty

F. Economic Development

Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
Yes
Instructional Strategies:
Lecture: 60-80%

Multimedia presentation such as video, DVD, and Internet: 10-20%

Group discussion/debate: 0-20%

Individual paper presentation: 0-20%

Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
None

Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None

Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
No
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: IRW 99

Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
None

Course Type:
General Education- Offering designed to meet the specific criteria for a GRCC Distribution Requirement. The course should be designated by the requirement it fulfills.
Course Format:
Lecture - 1:1
Total Lecture Hours Per Week: 3
People Soft Course ID Number: 101186
Course CIP Code: 45.10
Maximum Course Enrollment: 36
General Room Request: None

High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: None
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA

School: School of Liberal Arts
Department: Social Sciences
Discipline: PS
Faculty Credential Requirements:
18 graduate credit hours in discipline being taught (HLC Requirement), Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
Master’s Degree in Political Science.

Major Course Revisions: General Education Review
Last Revision Date Effective: 20230223T16:18:24
Course Review & Revision Year: 2027-2028