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PHYS 516 - Mathematical Physics II Credits: 3
Group theory, linear second-order differential equations and the properties of the transcendental functions; orthogonal expansions; integral equations; Fourier transformations.
Prerequisites: PHYS 515
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PHYS 517 - Computational Physics Credits: 3
Application of numerical methods to a wide variety of problems in modern physics including classical mechanics and chaos theory, Monte Carlo simulation of random processes, quantum mechanics and electrodynamics
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in PHYS 212 and MATH 142
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PHYS 521 - Biophysics Credits: 4
Principles of physics applied to living systems: diffusion, friction, low Reynolds-number world, entropy, free energy, entropic/chemical forces, self-assembly, molecular machines, membranes.
Prerequisites: MATH 142, PHYS 212, CHEM 112, BIOL 102
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PHYS 531 - Advanced Physics Laboratory I Credits: 1-3
A laboratory program designed to develop a combination of experimental technique and application of the principles acquired in formal course work. A maximum of eight hours per week of laboratory and consultation.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Physics, BS
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PHYS 532 - Advanced Physics Laboratory II Credits: 1-3
A continuation of Physics 531. Up to eight hours per week of laboratory and consultation
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Physics, BS
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PHYS 541 - Advanced Experimental Physics I Credits: 4
Continuation of PHYS 310. Optical apparatus (telescope, microscope, interferometer) and advanced project planning including equipment design and budgeting.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in PHYS 310
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PHYS 542 - Advanced Experimental Physics II Credits: 4
Continuation of PHYS 541. Study of topics from Advanced Optics, Astronomy, Biophysics, Digital Electronics, Nuclear/Particle Physics, or Solid State Physics, plus conduction of a physics experiment, including a written paper and an oral presentation.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in PHYS 541
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PHYS 546 - Introduction to Astrophysics Credits: 3
This is an astrophysics course for physics students. The course will cover the basics of observational techniques, structure and evolution of stars, interstellar medium and star formation, structure and properties of the Milky Way and nearby galaxies, and generation and transfer of radiation in astrophysical environments.
Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C+ in PHYS 307.
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PHYS 599 - Topics in Physics Credits: 1-3
Readings and research on selected topics in physics. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title.
Prerequisites: consent of instructor
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POLI 101 - Introduction to Global Politics Credits: 3
Introduction to theories about global politics. Issues and controversies central to global politics.
Note: Carolina Core GSS
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 103 - Controversies in the Politics of Global Regions Credits: 3
Social, cultural, and historical forces underlying contemporary political controversies in Africa (a), Asia (b), Europe (c), Latin America (d), and the Middle East (e); region will be identified by suffix and title.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 105 - Introduction to Politics Credits: 3
Concepts and problems involved in human relationship with governments, the nation-state, and political change.
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POLI 107 - Controversies in Political Theory Credits: 3
An introduction to the analysis of disputes about the nature of politics and of political ideas such as freedom, equality, and justice.
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POLI 109 - Controversies in Public Policy Credits: 3
An introduction to the analysis of contentious public policy questions in contemporary American society, such as welfare, gun control, health care financing, immigration, affirmative action, and/or abortion.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
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POLI 111 - Controversies in American Politics Credits: 3
An introduction to the analysis of key issues in contemporary American politics focusing on the arguments, the groups involved, and the political factors that influence the outcome of the debate.
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POLI 121 - Green Explorations Credits: 3
Interdisciplinary seminar combining the intellectual exploration of ecological perspectives with the physical exploration of the local environment.
Cross-listed Course: ENVR 121
Note: First-year students only.
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POLI 122 - Green Engagements Credits: 3
Interdisciplinary seminar on designing, researching, and implementing collaborative projects to promote ecological sustainability.
Cross-listed Course: ENVR 122
Note: First-year students only.
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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POLI 201 - American National Government Credits: 3
The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers.
Note: Overlay Course
Carolina Core GSS
Carolina Core VSR
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POLI 202 - Policies and Functions of American Government Credits: 3
The policies and functions of the American national government directed to the public issues and problems of contemporary America.
Prerequisites: POLI 201
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POLI 215 - Introduction to Leadership Studies Credits: 3
Conceptions and models, values and pitfalls, strategies and skills of leadership and of leaders in diverse contexts
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 240 - Language Conflict and Language Rights Credits: 3
Examination of linguistic conflict and rights, as well as centrality of language rights to human rights and personal/cultural identity. Basic facts without language related to identify, culture, attitudes, dialects, bilingualism. Case studies (local, national, international) with particular attention to nationalism, language revitalization, language planning.
Cross-listed Course: LING 240
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POLI 300 - Social and Political Philosophy Credits: 3
An overview of major themes in political philosophy such as the nature of politics, obligation, community, representation, freedom, equality, and justice.
Cross-listed Course: PHIL 330
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 301 - The Political Science Discipline Credits: 3
The history and development of approaches, methods, and fields of study in political science.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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POLI 302 - Classical and Medieval Political Theory Credits: 3
Political theories from the Greeks to the Renaissance.
Note: Carolina Core: VSR
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POLI 303 - Modern Political Theory Credits: 3
Political theories from the Renaissance to the 19th century.
Note: Carolina Core: VSR
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POLI 304 - Contemporary Political Theory Credits: 3
Nineteenth and 20th century political theories.
Note: Carolina Core: VSR
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POLI 305 - Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality Credits: 3
Historical and contemporary power relationships in race, social class, gender, and sexual orientation.
Cross-listed Course: SOCY 304, WGST 304
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 307 - Feminist Theory Credits: 3
Historical development of feminist theory and contemporary debates within feminism.
Cross-listed Course: WGST 307
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 315 - International Relations Credits: 3
International political behavior and institutions.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, International Studies, BA
Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 316 - Comparative Politics Credits: 3
Comparative approaches to political systems, behavior, and institutions.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, International Studies, BA
Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 330 - International Organization Credits: 3
An introduction to the structure and functions of international political and economic organizations. Particular attention to the United Nations and its specialized agencies, and to emerging regional communities.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 340 - The Conduct and Formulation of United States Foreign Policy Credits: 3
An analysis of how contemporary United States foreign policy is made and conducted.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 341 - Contemporary United States Foreign Policy Credits: 3
A critical analysis of selected problems of United States foreign policy.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 342 - National Security Policies of the United States Credits: 3
Formulation and implementation of contemporary United States defense and security policies.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 350 - Public Opinion and Politics Credits: 3
A broad survey of the role and development of public attitudes toward political problems in a democracy. Emphasis on the origins, manifestations, and consequences of public opinion in American politics.
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POLI 352 - Gender and Politics Credits: 3
Impact of gender on the distribution of power in society; foundations for intersections of gender, race, social class, and sexuality and their economic, social, and political concomitants.
Cross-listed Course: WGST 352
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 353 - Introduction to U.S. Racial and Ethnic Politics Credits: 3
Survey of theories of the impact of race, ethnicity, and racism on American politics, and analysis of major policies and racial group experience regarding American citizenship.
Cross-listed Course: AFAM 353
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 357 - Film, Politics, and Social Change Credits: 3
Critical analysis of film as expression and agent of political cultural, ideology, and change.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
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POLI 360 - American Political Parties Credits: 3
A broad survey of the role of political parties in the American political system. Following an examination of the historical evolution of party systems in the United States, primary attention is given to three aspects of contemporary political parties: the party as an organization, the party as an electorate, and the party as a governing elite.
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POLI 361 - Elections and Voting Behavior Credits: 3
An analysis of elections and the voting process. Topics include candidate selection, campaigning, and the conduct of elections as well as public opinion, voting behavior, and the role of elections in the democratic political system.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 362 - Politics and the Mass Media Credits: 3
Survey of the role in American politics of mass communications media, including the press and electronic news reporting; influence of mass media on the conduct of political campaigns, political leadership style, and public opinion.
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POLI 363 - Southern Politics Credits: 3
Selected political patterns and trends within the 11 states of the American South. Historical developments with the central focus on Southern politics since 1950.
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POLI 364 - African-American Politics Credits: 3
African-American politics from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis on voting rights and strategies to advance black representation.
Cross-listed Course: AFAM 364
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 365 - State Government Credits: 3
A study of state-federal relations, relations among states, state constitutions, and the structure and functions of the three branches of government. Emphasis is given to South Carolina.
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POLI 368 - Interest Groups and Social Movements Credits: 3
The mobilization, organization, tactics, and results of group-based politics, including latent interests and the suppression of interests.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 370 - Introduction to Public Administration Credits: 3
A study of the basic principles and theory of administrative structure, responsibility, and control in relation to policy making in the modern state.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 371 - Politics of Taxing and Spending Credits: 3
Principles and practices of financial administration, including organization, budgeting, assessment, treasury management, and debt.
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POLI 373 - Regulatory Policies Credits: 3
Types and limits of powers exercised by regulatory agencies; procedural law and remedies against administrative action.
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POLI 374 - Public Policy Credits: 3
Process of and major approaches to making public policy particularly, in the United States. Case study materials will focus on such major policies as welfare, health care, national security, and resource management.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 379 - Public Affairs Internship Credits: 2-6
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 380 - Comparative Politics of Developing Countries Credits: 3
A comparative analysis of the political problems confronting new nations, the political consequences of the breakdown of traditional society and the problems of developing new institutional forms and procedures.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 381 - Comparative Politics of Industrialized Countries Credits: 3
Introduction to the development, structure, and functioning of government and politics in Western Europe, the former Soviet states, and other selected industrialized countries.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 383 - Genocide: A Comparative Perspective Credits: 3
An analysis of the causes of genocide and the application of those insights to explain how genocide has occured repeatedly at various times and places across the globe.
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POLI 391 - Topics in Political Science Credits: 3
Note: May be repeated once as topics change.
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POLI 393 - Race and Science Fiction Credits: 3
Draws on science fiction to understand the contemporary history of American racial and ethnic politics and to speculate about the significance of race in America’s political future.
Cross-listed Course: AFAM 393
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
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POLI 399A - Independent Study in Political Science Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites: prior approval of and individualized contract by the director of undergraduate studies in political science and the instructor who will supervise the project
Prerequisites: Prior approval of an individualized contract by the director of undergraduate studies in political science and the instructor who will supervise the project.
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POLI 399B - Independent Study in International Studies Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites: Prior approval of an individualized contract by the director of undergraduate studies in international studies and the instructor who will supervise the project.
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POLI 400 - Selected Topics in Political Theory Credits: 3
Intensive analysis of a particular topic or topics. To be identified by suffix and title each semester.
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POLI 401 - Selected Thinkers in Political Theory Credits: 3
Intensive analysis of particular theorist or theorists. To be identified by suffix and title each semester.
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POLI 402 - African American Political Thought Credits: 3
Survey of many of the major schools of historic and contemporary African American political thought.
Cross-listed Course: AFAM 402
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 404 - Democratic Theory Credits: 3
An introduction to contemporary theories and practices with focus on Western, especially American, experience.
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POLI 406 - The State of American Politics Credits: 3
Major factors that affect the state of contemporary American politics, including the Constitution, the Congress, the courts, the presidency, the states, federalism, political parties, special-interest groups, and the electoral process.
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POLI 416 - Revolution and Political Violence Credits: 3
Forms, causes, and consequences of domestic political violence with special attention to revolution.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 417 - Theories of War in International Relations Credits: 3
The contributions of the social sciences and social theorists to an understanding of the causes of war.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 420 - International Law Credits: 3
The origin, development, and principles of the international law of peace and the enforcement of these principles, the law of war and pacific settlement of disputes.
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POLI 421 - Law and Contemporary International Problems Credits: 3
The growth of law in several areas of increasing international concern: environmental protection, expropriation, outer space, individual rights and obligations, conservation of resources, state responsibility, and terrorism.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 430 - Ideology and World Politics Credits: 3
An introduction to the ideological context of world affairs, with attention to traditional democratic, totalitarian, and Third World “developmental ideologies.”
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 431 - Science, Technology, and Public Policy Credits: 3
Interaction between science and politics, the making of the national science and technology policy, and the role of public policy in promoting and managing scientific change.
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POLI 432 - Nationalism and Ethnicity in World Politics Credits: 3
Nationalism and ethnicity as factors in world politics, including the sources, nature, and analysis of conflicts associated with them.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 433 - Economic Aspects of International Politics Credits: 3
Economic problems and policies in international politics including theory of comparative advantage; international economic aid, trade and monetary issues; the United States’ role in the international economy; and the functions of international economic institutions.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 437 - International Relations of Latin America Credits: 3
Contemporary international relations among Latin American states, including economic and political security and relations with the United States.
Cross-listed Course: LASP 451
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 440 - Russian Foreign Policy Credits: 3
Analysis of the development of foreign policies in Russia and other states of the former USSR with special attention to relations with Europe and the United States.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 442 - Globalization and Security Credits: 3
Exploration of the ways in which globalization may impact national and international security.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 443 - International Relations of East Asia and the Pacific Credits: 3
Political patterns and forces in the Asia/Pacific region in recent times including the process of decolonization, regional conflicts, great power relations, and economic interdependencies.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 444 - International Relations in Japan Credits: 3
The institutions, actors, and processes of Japan’s contemporary political and economic foreign affairs.
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POLI 445 - Political Economy of Africa’s Regions Credits: 3
The historic and contemporary political and economic processes and structures of one or more regions in Africa, such as North Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, or Southern Africa.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 446 - International Relations of Africa Credits: 3
Contemporary international relations among African nations including decolonization, pan-Africanism, and movements of national liberation; Africa’s role in the United Nations, relations between African states and the former colonial powers, the United States, and communist countries.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 447 - Foreign Policies of Selected Powers Credits: 3
Foreign policy-making institutions, processes, and policies of selected powers with special attention to the domestic determinants of foreign policy.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 448 - Politics and Government of China Credits: 3
Political institutions and processes of the People’s Republic of China with secondary emphasis on the government and politics of the Republic of China on Taiwan.
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POLI 449 - International Relations of the Middle East Credits: 3
Examination of super- and great-power policies toward the Middle East; inter-regional relations and Middle East foreign relations.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 450 - Constitutional Law Credits: 3
Nature and functions of the national government and its relations with the states.
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POLI 451 - Constitutional Law Credits: 3
Due process and civil liberties.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 452 - The Judicial Process Credits: 3
A study of the growth of law, the law-making function of the courts, the structure and organization of federal and state courts, the procedures involved in civil and criminal cases, and the problems and proposals for reform in the administration of justice.
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POLI 453 - Moot Court and Legal Research Credits: 3
Introduction to fundamental legal research techniques and strategies applied to controversial court cases in both oral and written forms.
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POLI 454 - Women and the Law Credits: 3
Constitutional and statutory case law dealing with gender equality issues. Topics include abortion, affirmative action, pornography, sexual harassment, fetal protection policies, employment discrimination, and women in the military.
Cross-listed Course: WGST 454
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 461 - Congress and the Presidency Credits: 3
Analysis of the interaction between the legislative and executive branches within a separation-of-power system.
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POLI 462 - The Legislative Process Credits: 3
A study of the structure, organization, powers, functions, and problems of legislative bodies.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 463 - The American Chief Executive Credits: 3
Constitutional, statutory and political powers and roles of the American chief executive.
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POLI 464 - Roosevelt Institution Seminar Credits: 3
Analysis and discussion of contemporary public policy problems through exposure to campus experts and intensive writing and peer review.
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POLI 465 - Psychology and Politics Credits: 3
The role of psychology in political attitudes and behavior. Examination of individual psycho-political relationships and aggregate typologies. Particular emphasis on the psychological roots of the need for or the rejection of political authority.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101
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POLI 470 - Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations Credits: 3
The origins and evolution of the American federal system, focusing on the constitutional, regulatory, and financial entanglements among federal, state and local governments.
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POLI 475 - Survey Research Credits: 3
Principles and practice of survey research/public opinion polling including sampling, questionnaire design, data collection, coding processing and analysis.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Research
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POLI 476 - Black Activism Credits: 3
Critical review of theories of community organizing, grassroots activism, and social movements, and examination of contemporary forms of black activism.
Cross-listed Course: AFAM 476
Prerequisites: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Diversity and Social Advocacy
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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POLI 477 - Green Politics Credits: 3
An analysis of green political thought and environmental movements at the local, state, national, and global levels.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Community Service
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POLI 478 - Environmental Policy Credits: 3
Themes in environmental policy in industrialized nations. Analysis of issue framing, the role of the public and private tools, and conflicting perspectives. Incorporates analysis of policy process and public management.
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POLI 480 - Politics and Government of Russia Credits: 3
Political processes and institutions of Russia and other independent states of the former USSR.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 481 - Politics and Governments of Europe Credits: 3
Political processes and institutions of European nations.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 483 - Middle East Politics Credits: 3
Focuses on the internal politics of Middle East states; historical and cultural setting of Middle East politics, social institutions, and dynamics of the political process.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 487 - Politics and Governments of Africa Credits: 3
Political developments, processes, and institutions of the African nations.
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
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POLI 488 - Politics and Governments of Latin America Credits: 3
The development, principles, political thought, and politics of the several Latin American states.
Cross-listed Course: LASP 351
Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Global Learning
Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Professional and Civic Engagement
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