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POLECON 100 - Classical Theories of Political Economy

Interdisciplinary Social Science Programs Undergraduate CLS - College of Letters and Science

Subject

POLECON

Course Number

100

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Classical Theories of Political Economy

Course Description

One-semester lecture course offered each semester. In-depth analysis of the classical political economy literature, including such authors as Locke, Smith, Marx, Mills, and Weber to Veblen and Polanyi. Strong emphasis is placed on providing appropriate background for understanding the evolution of the literature that has emanated from the various social science disciplines which forms the basis of modern political economy.

Minimum

4

Maximum

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Breadth

Philosophy and Values, Social and Behavioral Sciences

Repeat Rules

Course may be repeated for credit under special circumstances.

Repeat Rule: Special Circumstances

Passing POLECON 100 may replace a deficient grade in POLECON N100.

Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if following the course(s) have already been completed.

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Formats

Lecture, Discussion

Term

Fall and Spring

Duration (in weeks)

15

Minimum Hours

3

Maximum Hours

3

Minimum Hours

1

Maximum Hours

1

Minimum Hours

8

Maximum Hours

8

Term

Summer

Duration (in weeks)

8

Minimum Hours

6

Maximum Hours

6

Minimum Hours

1.5

Maximum Hours

1.5

Minimum Hours

15

Maximum Hours

15