POL 120 — American Government
This course is a study of the origins development structure and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework 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 as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
Part of
- Associate in Arts-A.A. [A10100]
- Associate in Arts-Teacher Preparation [A1010T]
- Associate in Engineering-A.E. [A10500]
- Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Art-A.F.A. [A10600]
- Associate in Fine Arts in Music [A10700]
- Associate in General Education-A.G.E. [A10300]
- Associate in General Education-Nursing [A1030N]
- Associate in Science-A.S. [A10400]
- Associate in Science-Teacher Preparation [A1040T] - No Longer Accepting Applications Beginning Spring 2026
- Criminal Justice Technology A.A.S. Degree [A55180]
- General Occupational Technology A.A.S. Degree [A55280] and Diploma Program [D55280]