POLS 105 — Introduction to American Government
3 cr. This course introduces students to the institutions and political practices of American Government. Students will gain an understanding of the origins, structure and operation of the American government system. The course focuses primarily on the structures and processes at the national level, but will also touch on state and local governments. This course will examine the relationship between the President, Congress, and Courts. It will review the political dynamics of campaigns and elections and also examine the fundamentals values of freedom and equality under the Constitution. Prerequisite(s): ENGL-080 or ENGL-101 or appropriate placement Corequisite(s): none