PLS135 — U.S. Government and Politics
Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the U.S. national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion; the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policymaking. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours.
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- Criminal Justice Specialization: Forensic Science, Associate of Applied Science
- Criminal Justice Specialization: Homeland Security, Associate of Applied Science
- Criminal Justice Specialization: Public Law, Associate of Applied Science
- Criminal Justice, Associate of Applied Science
- Education with a Major in Elementary Education, Associate of Science
- Education with a Major in Middle/Secondary Education, Associate of Science
- Education with a Major in Special Education, Associate of Science
- Education, Associate of Science
- Paralegal Studies, Associate of Applied Science
- Social Sciences with a Major in Social Work, Associate of Science
- Social Sciences, Associate of Science
- Uniform Certificate of General Studies : UCGS, Certificate