Examines the historical origins of terrorist violence, the primary causes of terrorist acts committed both by opposition and government forces, as well as counter terrorist measures taken by states and international organizations. Three lecture hours a week for one semester. Only one of the following may be counted: Government 360N (Topic: Terrorism and Counterterrorism), 360N (Topic 17), 360S. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing and six semester hours of lower-division coursework in government.