POLS 120 — Introduction to Public Policy
Introduction to Public Policy will introduce students to key concepts in public policy formation, implementation and evaluation in the American political system. An array of public policy issues will be presented from which class selections will be made for in-depth study and ana lysis. This course begins with a thorough analysis of the federal government's financial condition as a backdrop for government policy decisions. The use of the federal budget with its limitations and opportunities in providing resources and benefits as th e fundamental tool in government policymaking will be explored. Policy discussions will be drawn from domestic and foreign policies treating economic, social welfare, medical care, environmental, and national security issues. The course will be centered on class and group discussions, presentations, debates, independent student research and written analysis. Prerequisite(s): ENGL-080 or ENGL -101 or appropriate placement Corequisite(s): POLS-100 or POLS-105