PLS 112: Introduction to American Government

online available

In this course, students will be introduced to the forms and functions of American government with an emphasis on the national government. The decision-making process in Congress, the Presidency, and the federal court system are studied. The course also examines the relationship of political parties and public opinion to the electoral process.

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

     

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

     

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

Please refer to the course schedule to see the specific time and platform for which the course is offered.

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Description Hours
Credits 3
Lecture Hours 45
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 45

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