History, Philosophy and Political Studies

HIS111. Survey of Civilization I. 3 hours. F.

A survey of world history from the fourth millennium B.C. into the 16th century. Particular attention is paid to change over time, connections and cultural exchanges between different peoples, and to comparisons between different civilizations.

HIS112. Survey of Civilization II. 3 hours. SP.

A continuation of HIS 111. This course surveys world history from the 16th century to the present and examines the relationships between nationalism, industrialization, imperialism, political ideologies, and globalization.

HIS221. American History I. 3 hours. F. SP. SU.

A survey of United States history from pre-Columbian times to 1877. This course is a survey of the major events including colonization, American Revolution, national expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.

HIS222. American History II. 3 hours. F. SP.

A continuation of HIS 221. This course is a survey of major developments including expansion, industrialization, reform, foreign policy, politics, and cultural changes.

HIS299A. American Revolutionary Era. 3 hours.

A study of the American Revolution and War of Independence. Attention is given to the political, social, economic, and military aspects of the period between 1763-1789.

HIS299B. History of the American West. 3 hours.

A study of the westward movement in America. The emphasis is on the economic, political, and cultural impact of the settlement of the Great Plains.

HIS299K. Special Topics in History. 3 hours.

A study of an area of special interest in either World or American History. Topics may include selected historical periods, major historical movements, decisive events, biographical studies, or religious movements. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

HIS310. American Military History. 3 hours. F.

A survey of American military history from the colonial period to the present.

HIS314. Ancient and Classical Civilizations. (W) 3 hours. SP.

Study of the history, literature, political structures, and religion of the civilizations of the Near East, Greece and Rome from about 3500 B.C. to the 4th century A.D. This course contains a significant writing component.

HIS320. Diversity in America. (W) 3 hours. F. SP.

An examination of the social and cultural differences that are present in the American population. This course will examine cultures and subgroups in the American community in a historical, legal, and social context. This course contains a significant writing component. Same as HUM/POL 320.

HIS323. Amer Colonial/Early National Period. 3 hours. F.

A study of early American history from colonization through the Federalist period.

HIS324. American Political Biography. 3 hours.

A study of the lives, achievements, and contributions of outstanding Americans to the political history of the country.

HIS325. The Civil War. 3 hours. SP.

A study of the causes and effects of the American Civil War. The course examines the political, military, social, and economic changes of this pivotal time in American history.

HIS326. History of Tennessee. 3 hours.

A study of the political, social, cultural, and economic development of Tennessee from 1796 to the present.

HIS328. Modern Latin American History. 3 hours. F.

A survey of Latin American history in the 19th and 20th centuries. Particular attention will be given to social movements, political instability, and struggles over cultural hegemony.

HIS337. Research and Writing of History I. (W) 3 hours. F.

An introduction to the historians' craft, including a survey of historiography and of careers for majors. This course introduces students to research in primary and secondary sources and to the process of framing a historical argument, producing written work that demonstrates critical thinking, and submitting that work to peer review. This course contains a significant writing component. Prerequisites: HIS 111 and 112 Survey of Civilization I and II; or HIS 221 and 222 American History I and II; or permission from the instructor.

HIS338. Research and Writing of History II. (W) 3 hours. SP.

Guides students through the process of researching and writing a major research paper. This course emphasizes the writing of clear historical prose, which includes multiple drafts and peer reviews, and presenting one's research findings in a public forum. This course contains a significant writing component. Prerequisite: HIS 337 Research and Writing of History I.

HIS397. Internship. 1 hour. F. SP.

A professional field experience that will provide students an opportunity for experiential learning.

HIS399A. American Revolutionary Era. 3 hours.

A study of the American Revolution and War of Independence. Attention is given to the political, social, economic, and military aspects of the period between 1763-1789.

HIS399B. History of the American West. 3 hours.

A study of the westward movement in America. The emphasis is on the economic, political, and cultural impact of the settlement of the Great Plains.

HIS399K. Special Topics in History. 3 hours.

A study of an area of special interest in either World or American History. Topics may include selected historical periods, major historical movements, decisive events, biographical studies, or religious movements. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

HIS410. Christianity in the West. 3 hours. SP.

A survey of Christianity's historical development in Europe and the Americas from the close of the medieval period through modern day. Emphasis will be given to the impact of the Reformations in Europe, Christianity's role in American contact and colonialism, the social progression of Christianity in Latin America, and the interplay of Christianity and politics in United States history.

HIS415. Twentieth Century World. 3 hours. SP.

A study of the world in the 20th century. This course examines international relations in an age of increasing globalization.

HIS423. The South. 3 hours.

Contributions of the southern United States to the growth of the country are studied. Special emphasis is given to the sectional nature of the American nation prior to the Civil War and the adjustments made following that war.

HIS424. Twentieth Century America. (W) 3 hours. F.

Study of the political, intellectual, diplomatic, and social developments of the United States in the 20th century. This course contains a significant writing component.

HIS440. History Capstone. 1 hour. F. SP.

A synthesis of the study of history. Students will complete a research project and written analysis under the direction of the history professors.

POL293. Law and the American Legal System. 3 hours. SP.

An introduction to law and the American legal system. The functions, structures, and processes of the American legal system, legal concepts and terminology, basic procedural rules, and broad substantive areas of law will be examined. Students will also be introduced to legal reasoning, writing, and research.

POL311. State and Local Governments. 3 hours.

An introduction to the institutions, politics, and policies of state and local governments in the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on Tennessee government and politics.

MSL101. Foundations of Officership. 3 hours. F.

Examines the unique duties and responsibilities of officers, discusses organizations and role of the Army, reviews basic life skills pertaining to fitness and communication, and analyzes Army values and expected ethical behavior. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL101L. Foundations of Officership Lab. 0 hours. F.

Examines the unique duties and responsibilities of officers, discusses organizations and role of the Army, reviews basic life skills pertaining to fitness and communication, and analyzes Army values and expected ethical behavior. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL102. Basic Leadership. 3 hours. SP.

Presents fundamental leadership concepts and doctrine, practices effective skills that underlie problem solving, applies active listening and feedback skills, examines factors that influence leader and group effectiveness, and examines the officer experience. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL102L. Basic Leadership Lab. 0 hours. SP.

Presents fundamental leadership concepts and doctrine, practices effective skills that underlie problem solving, applies active listening and feedback skills, examines factors that influence leader and group effectiveness, and examines the officer experience. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL201. Individual Leadership Studies. 3 hours. F.

Develops knowledge of self, self confidence, and individual leadership skills. Develops problem solving and critical thinking skills and applies communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL201L. Individual Leadership Studies Lab. 0 hours. F.

Develops knowledge of self, self confidence, and individual leadership skills. Develops problem solving and critical thinking skills and applies communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL202. Leadership and Teamwork. 3 hours. SP.

Focuses on self-development guided by knowledge of self-and-group processes. Challenges current beliefs, knowledge, and skills. Provides equivalent preparation for the ROTC Advanced Course and the Leader's Training Course. Three hours lecture/lab.

MSL291. Leader's Training Course. 6 hours. SU.

Training normally is taken during the summer between the second and third years by those students who have not completed basic military training or the required basic science courses for advanced course enrollment. Training is conducted at a designated U.S. Army installation and includes hands-on practical leadership training with intensive counseling and feedback. The course focuses on confidence, leadership, and team building, along with training skills in basic rifle marksmanship and land navigation. The highlight of the course is a six-day field phase where students will experience a series of challenging leadership opportunities while being mentored and counseled by cadre. The student must register for this course following successful camp completion in order to receive the appropriate credit. A letter grade will be awarded by the professor of Military Science based on camp results.

MSL301. Leadership and Problem Solving. 4 hours. F.

Examines basic skills that underlie effective problem solving, analyzes the role officers played in the transition of the Army from Vietnam to the 21st Century, reviews the features and execution of the Leadership Development Program, analyzes military missions and plans military missions, and executes squad battle drills. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 3 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL301L. Leadership and Problem Solving Lab. 0 hours. F.

Examines basic skills that underlie effective problem solving, analyzes the role officers played in the transition of the Army from Vietnam to the 21st Century, reviews the features and execution of the Leadership Development Program, analyzes military missions and plans military missions, and executes squad battle drills. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 3 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL302. Leadership and Ethics. 4 hours. SP.

Probes leadership responsibilities that foster an ethical command climate, leadership competencies, prepares for success at the ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp, recognizes leader responsibility to accommodate subordinate spiritual needs, and applies principles and techniques of effective written and oral communication. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 3 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL401. Leadership and Management. 4 hours. F.

Builds on the National Advanced Leadership Camp experience to solve organizational and staff problems and discusses staff organization, functions, and processes. Analyzes counseling responsibilities and methods, examines principles of subordinate motivation and organizational change, and applies leadership and problem solving principles to a complex case study/simulation. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 3 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL401L. Leadership and Management Lab. 0 hours. F.

Builds on the National Advanced Leadership Camp experience to solve organizational and staff problems and discusses staff organization, functions, and processes. Analyzes counseling responsibilities and methods, examines principles of subordinate motivation and organizational change, and applies leadership and problem solving principles to a complex case study/simulation. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 3 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL402. Officership. 4 hours. SP.

Capstone course exploring topics relevant to second lieutenants entering the Army. Describes legal aspects of decision making and leadership, analyzes Army organization for operations from the tactical to strategic level, assesses administrative and logistics management functions, discusses reporting and Permanent Change of Station process, performs platoon leader actions, and examines leader responsibilities that foster an ethical command climate. Two 75-minute lectures, one 2-hour lab, and 2 hours physical training per week is required.

MSL491. Leadership Development/Assessment Course. 6 hours. SU.

Training program normally taken during the summer between the MSIII and MSIV years. Training is required by all contracted cadets seeking enrollment as a MSIV student. The student must register for this course following successful completion of camp in order to receive the appropriate credit. A letter grade will be awarded by the professor of Military Science based on camp results.

PHI243. Introduction to Philosophy. (W) 3 hours. F.

Introductory principles and problems of philosophy. Consideration is given to various views of truth, nature, man, and values. This course includes a significant writing component.

PHI245. History of Philosophy I. (W) 3 hours. SP.

The history of philosophy from the perspectives of representative philosophers in the ancient and medieval periods. Emphasis is given to analysis and to criticism. This course includes a significant writing component.

PHI246. History of Philosophy II. (W) 3 hours. SP.

The history of philosophy from the perspectives of representative philosophers in the modern and contemporary periods. Emphasis is given to analysis and to criticism. This course includes a significant writing component.

PHI299A. The Problem of Suffering. 3 hours.

A study of the question "Why?" Specifically, "Why does God allow evil, pain, and suffering to occur?" Special attention is directed to (1) The atheist's attempt to disprove the existence of God on the basis of evil and pain, (2) Bible insights for believers, and (3) Suggestions for coping with suffering. Same as BIB 299E/399E.

PHI299B. Special Topics in Philosophy. 3 hours.

A study of a specialized area in philosophy. Topics may include selected philosophers, writings, movements, and/or connections between philosophy and popular culture. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

PHI340. Logic. 3 hours. SP.

Introductory principles of correct thinking. Inductive and deductive methods of reasoning are studied and application is made to religious problems. Same as BIB 340.

PHI344. Ethics. 3 hours. SP.

A survey of Biblical teaching concerning ethical conduct. Various systems of conduct which oppose Biblical teaching are evaluated in light of the teachings of the Bible. Same as BIB 344.

PHI345. Philosophy of Evolution and Creation. 3 hours. SU.

A study of arguments from the philosophy of science and the philosophy of religion. The origin of the universe and the presence of persons on earth. Both Biblical and extra-Biblical material will be emphasized.

PHI399A. The Problem of Suffering. 3 hours.

A study of the question "Why?" Specifically, "Why does God allow evil, pain, and suffering to occur?" Special attention is directed to (1) The atheist's attempt to disprove the existence of God on the basis of evil and pain, (2) Bible insights for believers, and (3) Suggestions for coping with suffering. Same as BIB 299E/399E.

PHI399B. Special Topics in Philosophy. 3 hours.

A study of a specialized area in philosophy. Topics may include selected philosophers, writings, movements, and/or connections between philosophy and popular culture. May be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

PEA185. Physical Fitness Training. 2 hours. F.

This course is designed to prepare Army ROTC cadets to meet and exceed the physical fitness standards set by the Army. This course satisfies Cadet Command's requirement that all contracted cadets receive physical training and maintain the Army's individual fitness standard. This course is open to non-ROTC students. Contracted cadets must attend three one-hour physical training sessions per week.

POL231. American Government. 3 hours. F. SP.

An introduction to American government. This course will examine the government of the United States, with discussion of the founding principles of the American republic, federalism, the powers of the three branches of federal government and the protections guaranteed by the Constitution. Attention will also be given to state governments in general and Tennessee government in particular.

POL232. American Politics. 3 hours. SP.

An introduction to American politics and public policy. This course will examine the actors and dynamics of American politics - voters, parties, interest groups, campaigns, and elections - and policymaking in the United States, including an overview of major public policy issues in the 21st century.

POL251. Fundamentals of Political Geography. 3 hours. F. SP.

An introduction to political geography. This course will explore how geography shapes our politics and how politics, in turn, shapes and has shaped the geography of the globe. Major topics include the origin, location, and evolution of states, the defining and drawing of political boundaries, territorial conflicts and disputes, the impact of boundaries on personal and cultural identity, centripetal and centrifugal forces that encourage the success or failure of political units, effects of colonialism, and geopolitics.

POL299F. Special Topics in Political Science. 3 hours.

An in-depth study of an area of special interest relating to political science, government, or law. Topics may include selected political theories, areas of public policy, issues in constitutional law, state government and politics, foreign governments, or regional politics. This course may be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

POL299G. National Government. 3 hours.

An on-the-scenes look at the operation of the national government. This course is taught in Washington, D.C., and includes on-site visits to offices of the branches of government and various historical sites.

POL320. Diversity in America. (W) 3 hours. F. SP.

An examination of the social and cultural differences that are present in the American population. This course will examine cultures and subgroups in the American community in a historical, legal, and social context. This course contains a significant writing component. Same as HIS/HUM 320.

POL335. International Relations. 3 hours. SP.

A survey of the major issues and trends in international relations. This course will examine theories of global politics, institutions of global governance, and the important actors in international relations, including the nation-state, international organizations, and transnational movements.

POL337. Comparative Governments. 3 hours. SP.

An introduction to the comparative study of world governments. The course will survey the concepts, theories, and methods that characterize the study of comparative politics and examine the various government systems, institutions, political processes, and behaviors.

POL338. US-Latin Amer Relations:History Perspect. 3 hours. SP.

Lecture class with guest speakers. This course will focus on the development of political, social, and economic relations between the United States and Latin America from the 18th century to the present.

POL339. Congress and the Legislative Process. 3 hours.

A study of the legislative branch of government. This course will examine the role, powers, and processes of the American Congress and the interaction of legislators with voters, political parties, interest groups, and the other branches of government in public policy making.

POL341. American Presidency. 3 hours.

A study of the Office of President of the United States. This course will examine the role, powers, and politics of the presidency, with attention to its development from 1787 to the present.

POL349. American Public Policy. 3 hours.

A consideration of the actors and institutions involved in formulating and executing public policy in America.

POL385. Fundamentals of Criminal Law. (W) 3 hours. SP.

An examination of the nature, scope, and purpose of criminal law. This course will examine legal vocabulary, criminal liability, classifications of crimes, elements of crimes, and criminal defenses. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: CJU 210 Introduction to Criminal Justice System or permission from the instructor.

POL389. American Civil Liberties. 3 hours. F.

A case study in American civil liberties. This course will examine the personal and political liberties guaranteed under the United States Constitution.

POL391A. Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislat. 1 hour. F.

Students will prepare for Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature and participate either in a mock legislature or moot court competition. This course may be repeated for up to six hours credit. Offered by individual instruction. Prerequisite: Permission from of the instructor.

POL391B. Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislat. 1 hour. F.

Students will prepare for Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature and participate either in a mock legislature or moot court competition. This course may be repeated for up to six hours credit. Offered by individual instruction. Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.

POL391C. Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislat. 1 hour. F.

Students will prepare for Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature and participate either in a mock legislature or moot court competition. This course may be repeated for up to six hours credit. Offered by individual instruction. Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.

POL393. Religion and the Law. 3 hours.

An examination of issues related to law and religion. The course will focus primarily on legal doctrines and principles arising under the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment. We will also consider the role or religion as a source of and influence upon the development of American law.

POL399B. Politics in Film and Fiction. 3 hours.

An examination of the intersection of politics with literature and film.

POL399F. Special Topics in Political Science. 3 hours.

An in-depth study of an area of special interest relating to political science, government, or law. Topics may include selected political theories, areas of public policy, issues in constitutional law, state government and politics, foreign governments, or regional politics. This course may be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

POL399G. National Government. 3 hours.

An on-the-scenes look at the operation of the national government. This course is taught in Washington, D.C., and includes on-site visits to offices of the branches of government and various historical sites.

POL412. Western Political Thought. (W) 3 hours. F.

A study of western political thought. This course examines writings on politics and political economy from the Ancient Greeks to the 21st Century. This course contains a significant writing component.

POL435. Constitutional Law. (W) 3 hours. F.

A case study in American constitutional law. This course will examine the constitutional basis of and limitations on governmental power and the role of the U.S. Supreme Court. This course contains a significant writing component.

POL475. American Legal Tradition. (W) 3 hours. SP.

An advanced study of law and the American legal system. This course will examine law, judges, the court system, the legal profession, legal reasonings, and the relationship of each to the larger political system, with particular emphasis on the Anglo-American legal tradition. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: POL 231 American Government.