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PLSC 150 – Intro to Political Theory (CRN: 97931) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024

This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

PLSC 150 Introduction to Political Theory and Thought

Study of classical and modern political thought designed to develop understanding of various theoretical approaches to politics, basic political problems and proposed solutions to these problems.

Units: 3

Degree Credit

Letter Grade Only

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Recommended: Successful completion of, or enrollment in ENGL 100 or ENGL 105., Successful completion of at least one political science or philosophy course.

AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5b

Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area D), UC (IGETC Area 4)

C-ID: POLS 120

College of San Mateo (Online Course)

Department: Political Science

Number of Units: 3

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: Lee Miller, millerlee@smccd.edu

View all PLSC 150 courses

IGETC: 4H-Political Science - CSM

CSU: D8-Political Science - CSM

Fee Description	Type	Amount
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Section Information as of Wednesday, January 8 2025 - 01:46:47 am

Course status: Closed

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InstructorSection	Meeting Date	Meeting Time	Days	Building	Room	Section	Section Description
OLH - Online Meeting Date: 08/14-12/16 Meeting Time: Days: Online course Room: 0000 Instructor: Lee Miller	08/14-12/16			Online course	0000	OLH	Online
OLH - Online Meeting Date: 08/14-12/16 Meeting Time: Days: Online course Room: 0000 Instructor: Lee Miller	08/14-12/16			Online course	0000	OLH	Online

Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W"	September 2, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W"	November 13, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	December 16, 2024

San Mateo County Community College District

PLSC 150 – Intro to Political Theory (CRN: 97931) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024