PLS135 — U.S. Government and Politics
3 credits Lecture: 3 Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the US 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.
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- Education, AS
- Science, AS
- Science, Major in Engineering, AS
- Science, Major in Mathematics, AS
- Social Science, AS
- Social Science, Major in Communications, AS
- Social Science, Major in Computer Information Systems, AS
- Administrative Support Technology, AAS
- Administrative Support Technology: Health Information Management Specialization, AAS
- Administrative Support Technology: Legal Assistant Specialization, AAS
- Information Systems Technology, AAS
- Technical Studies in Carpentry, AAS
- Technical Studies in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, AAS
- Technical Studies in Plumbing, AAS
- Technical Studies in Welding, AAS
- Clerical Studies Certificate
- Medical Office Clerk Certificate