Political Science
4 courses · Napa Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
POLI-125 Introduction to Modern Political Ideology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture; 54 hours total
- Transfers to
- UC, CSU
This course comparatively and historically examines the major ideological approaches to government and politics including Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, Fascism and Communism. Contemporary political ideological movements will also be explored.
POLI-135 Comparative Government
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture; 54 hours total
- Transfers to
- UC, CSU
This course presents various analytical methods used to compare political systems. Several countries are examined in a comparative fashion focusing on similarities and differences in interests, institutions, and processes. Country studies vary.
POLI-140 International Relations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture; 54 hours total
- Transfers to
- UC, CSU
Study of the economic, political, and social factors affecting the behavior of states and other international actors in world politics. Reviews contending theoretical perspectives and analytical approaches to the study of conflict and cooperation among international actors.
POLI-145 International Political Economy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture; 54 hours total
- Transfers to
- UC, CSU
This course examines the international economy including trade, finance, and development, within the context of politics. Alternative analytical and theoretical perspectives will be examined for their value in helping to understand and evaluate the historical development and current operation of the world economy.