POL120 American Government

This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutionalframework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a generaleducation course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.

Credits

3

Class Hours

3