The Policy and Politics of Coastal Areas
Course: Political Science (Pol S) 442/542, section XW/Environmental Studies (Env S) 442, section XW
Exploration of political implications of coastal policy. Issues include: "Carrying capacity," zoning, regulation of human development activities, tradeoffs between conservation and jobs, the quality of coastal lifestyle, and ways in which citizens participate in policy for coastal areas.
Prerequisites: None
Computer requirements: Macintosh or PC computer with 56K modem, a sound card, and speakers. Internet access.
Dates: June 4-July 13
Delivery method: online in WebCT and course website
Location: Coastal Policy and Politics course website
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits; 3 graduate credits
Tuition: $669 for undergraduates; $1041 for graduates
Delivery fee: $100
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Master of Community and Regional Planning, Certificate of Public Management, Master of Public Administration
Instructor: Steffen Schmidt, Professor
Registration deadline: June 1
Text: Listed online in WebCT

Government, Business, and Society
Course: Political Science (Pol S) 477/577, section XA
Diverse perspectives on the changing roles and relationships of business, government and society so as to open the way for more effective policy decisions on corporate-government affairs.  Topics may include the changing economy; transformation of workplace and community conditions; consumerism; social responsibilities of businesses; economic polices and regulations; and politics in the business-government relationship.
Prerequisites: Junior classification for 477 section
Computer requirements: Internet and e-mail access
Dates: July 9-July 13
Day/Time: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Delivery method: onsite
Location: Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division Conference Room, 1918 SE HULSIZER ROAD, ANKENY, IA 50021
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits; 3 nonmajor graduate credits; 3 graduate credits
Tuition: $669 for undergraduates; $1041 for graduates
Delivery fee: None
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Certificate of Public Management, Master of Public Administration
Instructor: Lynn Walding, Lecturer
Registration deadline: July 2
Text: Steiner, George A. and John F. Business, Government and Society: A Managerial Perspective. Text and Cases. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., 11th Ed.