PS 210

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PS 210, also known as Survey of International Relations, is an introductory course in international relations offered at Knox. It counts for 1 credit. The course is taught by Sue Hulett.

Course Description[edit]

Official Course Description[edit]

"Examination of the state system, elements of national power, sources of international conflict, the nature of war and strategy in the twentieth century, measures to resolve conflicts, and prospects for the future. Additional concerns include "non-political" problems of resource scarcity, over-population and multinational corporations and their impact on third world states"[1]

Credits and Prerequisites[edit]

The course is worth one credit. It satisfies the History and Social Sciences Foundation Requirement. It is required to complete a Political Science major, an International Relations major or minor, and an Integrated International Studies major. There is no prerequisite.

Texts[edit]

  • Kissinger, Henry. (1998). "Diplomacy." ISBN 978-0788156908.
  • Papp, Daniel S. (2001). "Contemporary International Relations." ISBN 978-0321089991.

Course Format[edit]

The course covers diplomacy of the past several centuries, with a primarily European focus. Much emphasis is placed on the Balance of Power between European countries, and on figures such as Metternich and Bismarck. The course is largely lecture-based, with some class discussion. There are a couple of papers required, as well as a presentation on a historical diplomatic figure. The exams are in essay format, and are often optional.

Course Schedule[edit]

The course is offered in two sections each Fall Term.

2007-2008[edit]

Term Section Days Period Location Instructor
Fall 2007 1 MWF 5 Sue Hulett
Fall 2007 2 MWF 6 Sue Hulett

2006-2007[edit]

Term Section Days Period Location Instructor
Fall 2007 1 MWF 2 GDH 303 Sue Hulett
Fall 2007 2 MWF 3 GDH 303 Sue Hulett

2005-2006[edit]

Term Section Days Period Location Instructor
Fall 2007 1 MWF 5 GDH 303 Sue Hulett
Fall 2007 2 MWF 6 GDH 303 Sue Hulett

Reviews[edit]

Links[edit]

Course homepage and syllabus

References[edit]