Rizal Technological University

College of Arts and Sciences

Political Science Department

RTU Mission and Vision

Mission
To prepare students to create their
future in a knowledge-driven and
culturally diverse society.
Vision
A prominent University recognized for its
commitment to innovative programs in
addressing society's challenges.
Subject Code: Political Science 1
Subject Title: Introduction/ Fundamentals of
Political Science
Credit: 3 Units (1 ½ hours)
Pre-requisite: None

CAS Goals Description:

1. Cultivate an environment where discipline, The subject aims to present within the compass of a
integrity, mutual respect and honesty prevail single volume a general survey of the study of
above all. Political Science. It begins and ends with the state
2. Heighten appreciation for the sciences and which is the foremost convern of this discipline.
stress its importance in shaping the world of Moreover, it provides a thorough and
tomorrow. comprehensive analysis of dynamic and interacting
3. Uplift the aesthetic, cultural and literary
forces of society that bring forth the establishment of
taste through the exposure in the fields of arts
and letters government and other political institutions.
4. Develop basic skills of comprehension,
communication and critical thinking geared
towards illustrating the interrrelationship General Objectives:
between various dimension through research At the end of the term, the student should be able to:
and extension program. 1. Classify, enunciate and delineate the different
5. Proclaim and affirm the ideas of a free systems of government
society while preserving the fundamental 2. Know and discern peculiar political occurences
rights of the human being. that can impact nation-building and harmonize the
global community.
Political Science Objectives
1. Facilitate the development of the 3. Analyze the schemes in establishing a better
community through research and extension government and responsible citizenry.
services.
2. Enhance students’ aesthetic appreciation
and literary taste through exposure to the Instructional Modes:
world of politics in a culturally diverse society; Lecture and Discussion
3. Demonstrate outstanding oral and written Report/ Presentation
communication skills and initiate free Case Analysis
exchange of substantial ideas in various Instituional Visitations
academic and professional settings;
Film Showing
4. Unfold the general concepts and principles,
supremacy of the law, purposes of the
government, the constitution and other laws
in everyday living.
5. Utilize a cause and effect analysis of
different societal, governmental and individual
issues and phenomena which can help the 1
students develop their critical thinking skills.
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College of Arts and Sciences
Political Science Department

Session Topic Activities

Orientation on the Rules, Syllabus
Week 1 and Grading System Overview of the mission & vision of RTU
Evolution, Origin and History of Discussion on the overview of the subject
Political Science
Sub-domains of Political Science
Week 2 Political Nomenclature Quiz #1
Philippine Governmental Discussion focusing on the Philippine
Classification government
Political Methods Lecture on theories of the
Week 3 Origin and Nature of State existence of the state
Theories of State Recitation
Classification of Goverment
Week 4 Totalitarianism Discussion on the different system of
Communism government and how it governs by the
Tyranny head of the state
Monarchy
Democracy and Derivatives
Quiz #2
Week 5 Constitution: Instrument and Symbol Lecture on the importance of the
constitution in a certatin coutry
Rule of Law
Week 6 Definition Case Study Presentation
History and Development Group discussion
Concepts of Law
Sources of Law
Roman Law
Week 7 Common Law Case Study Presentation
Civil Law Systems Group discussion
Citizenship
Jus Sanguinis Recitation
Week 8 Jus Soli/ Loci Discussion and lecture on the
Natural Born classification of citizenship under the
Naturalized 1987 Philippine Constitution
Loss of Citizenship
Reacquisition
Quiz #3
Week 9 Suffrage and Electoral Process Lecture on the rights of qualified citizen to
vote & the process of election

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College of Arts and Sciences
Political Science Department

Session Topic Activities

Political Parties and Organizations Interview of Political Party
Week Pressure Groups and Propaganda Representatives & pressure group
10

Week 11 Midterm Examinations

Legislature
Week 12 History and Evolution Institutional Visitation
Structure Observation on the actual
Unicameral/ Bicameral deliberation in Congress
Committeeship
Law-making
Week 13 Philippine Government Policy Schematic Mapping of Legislation
Executive
Recitation
Week 14 Definition
Discussion on the difference of
Types and Kinds
presidential & parliamentary
Presidential vs Parliamentary
system of government
Qualifications
Election and Selection
Week 15 Direct Vote/ Pluralism
Electoral College Institutional Visitation
Parliament
Powers of the President
Judiciary
Week 16 Jurisprudence Review of the Recent Decisions of
Functions of Judiciary the Supreme Court
Judicial Structure Case Analysis
Methods of Selection and Appointment
Powers of the Court
Habeas Corpus
Quiz #4
Week 17 Quo Warranto
Discussion
Mandamus
Execution
Prohibition

Week 18 Final examination

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College of Arts and Sciences
Political Science Department

References:

Aquino, C.P. and Deveza, E.T. (2001) Fundamental of Public Speaking and Debate. Quezon City:
Phoenix Publishing House
Aruego, J.M. and Aruego- Torres, G.E. (2000) Principles of Political Science. Manila: University
Book Supply, Inc.
Ayson, F.G. and Reyes, D.A. (2000) Fundamentals of Political Science. Mandaluyong City: National
Book Store
Dahl, R.A. (2001) Modern Political Analysis. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall.
Danzinger, J.N. (2001) Understanding the Political World. New York: Addison Wesley Longman,
Inc.
Rodriguez, R.B. (2004) Legal Profession. Manila: Central Books Supply, Inc.
Sta. Maria, M.S. (2004) Persons and Family Relations Law, Manila: Rex Book Store, Inc.

Prepared by: Reccomending Approval Approved

RAFAEL Y. PARAGAS DR. ELENA T. PARAGAS DR. SALVACION J. PACHEJO

Head, Department of Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Vice President for Academic Affairs
Political Science