Course Catalog - Government & Public Administration

Government & Public Administration

Public Services Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security M #8570

Level 1: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security D #8571 (check campus for availability)

Introduces students to professions in law enforcement, security, corrections, and fire and emergency management services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies of fire and emergency services.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Political Science I M #8581

Political Science I introduces students to political theory through the study of governments; public policies; and political processes, systems, and behavior. The Government and Public Administration Career Cluster focuses on planning and performing governmental functions at the local, state, and federal levels, including governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue taxation, and regulations.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Planning and Governance M #8583

Planning and Governance provides the opportunity for students to formulate plans and policies to meet social, economic, and physical needs of communities. The Government and Public Administration Career Cluster focuses on planning and performing governmental functions at the local, state, and federal levels, including governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue taxation, and regulations.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Dimensions of Diplomacy M #8588

(elective)

Dimensions of Diplomacy is designed to allow students to master the Thirteen Dimensions that candidates interested in careers with the United States Department of State must demonstrate during the selection process for internships, scholarships, fellowships, and career opportunities. Students will develop global competencies, problem-solving, decision-making, professional communication and negotiation skills applicable to all clusters and professions but particularly relevant to international diplomacy and careers with multinational firms.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 4: Practicum in Local, State, and Federal Government #8587

Planning and Governance provides the opportunity for students to formulate plans and policies to meet social, economic, and physical needs of communities. The Government and Public Administration Career Cluster focuses on planning and performing governmental functions at the local, state, and federal levels, including governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue taxation, and regulations.

SEM: 2 CR: 2