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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
POL6010 | Political Theory | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
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Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GAYE İLHAN DEMİRYOL |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | none |
Course Objectives: | The aim of the course is to familiarize the student with core concepts in the history and contemporary political theory and grasp the path through which political theory evolved. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The student will be exposed to philosophical and social scientific endeavors to explain and evaluate political institutions and behavior. The student will learn how to analyze and systematize various systems of ideas by examining primary as well as secondary sources. The student will thereby become better equipped to understand, participate in, and evaluate political processes. |
An application of methodological individualism to the study of collective decision making. The behavior of voters, bureaucrats and elected political agents will be examined. Special attention will be given to group theory, constitutional theory, and the economic reasons for limiting the size and growth of government. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction: Political thinking in context | |
2) | Anciend and Medieval Political Thought | |
3) | Modern Political Thought | |
4) | Politics: Social Science and Ideology | |
5) | Classical Liberalism and Conservatism | |
6) | Anarchism and Marxism | |
7) | Political Economy: Individualist Perspectives | |
8) | Political Economy: Collectivist Perspectives | |
9) | Progressive Liberalism | |
10) | Varieties of Leftism | |
11) | Contemporary Social Movements | |
12) | Varieties of Conservatism | |
13) | Presentations and discussion | |
14) | Review of the course |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Bastiat, Frederic. The Law Minogue, Kenneth. Politics: A Very Short Introduction [M] Schall, James V. AStudent's Guide to Liberal Learning Schumaker, Paul, et al. Great Ideas/Grand Schemes Budziszewski, J. "Politics of Virtues, Government of Knaves" Hayek, Friedrich. The Road to Serfdom [abridged] Hughes, Jonathan. "Regulatory Legerdemain" Kirk, Russell. "The Idea of Conservatism," from The Conservative Mind. "Three Types of Imagination," from "Introduction" to Irving Babbitt, • Literature and the American College Kuehnelt-Leddihn, Erik von. Leftism Revisited, Introduction, chs. 1-4. Locke, John. Second Treatise on Civil Government (excerpts) Lieber, Francis. "The Ancient and Modern Teacher of Politics," from Miscellaneous Writings Mitchell, William C., and Randy T. Simmons. "Political Pursuit of Private Gain: Coercive Redistribution" Portland Declaration Rahe, Paul. "Don Corleone, Multiculturalist" Rushdoony, Rousas John. Politics of Guilt and Pity, ch. 11:6 Samson, Steven Alan. "Models of Historical Interpretation," Contra Mundum Sumner, William Graham. "What Social Classes Owe Each Other." |
References: | Bronner, Stephen Eric. Twentieth Century Political Theory: A Reader Curtis, Michael, ed. The Nature of Politics Panichas, George A., ed. Modern Age: The First Twenty-Five Years Rothbard, Murray N. For a New Liberty: The Libertarian Manifesto Rushdoony, Rousas John. The One and the Many. Politics of Guilt and Pity Schumaker, Paul, et al. Ideological Voices: An Anthology Sorokin, Pitirim. The Crisis of Our Age Vasquez, John A. Classics of International Relations |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 5 | % 25 |
Presentation | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
Application | 14 | 56 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 74 |
Final | 1 | 3 |
Total Workload | 175 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. | |
2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
3) | Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
4) | Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. | |
5) | Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. | |
6) | Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. | |
7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. | |
8) | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. | |
9) | To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. | |
10) | Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
11) | Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |