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• Traditional in-person courses (0–29 percent of coursework is delivered online, the majority being offered in person.)
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POL 101: Introduction To The American Political System

3 credits

This course is a study of the political structures and processes that affect the scope and content of American Politics. It examines the constitutional system, federalism, institutions (executive, legislative and judicial), parties, interest groups, public opinion, campaigns, elections, and civil rights and liberties. (Learning Goals:CW;Distribution Reqs:Social Sciences)

Learning Goals

Students who complete this course successfully will acquire a working knowledge of theAmerican political system. They will come to understand the nature of the American political culture and of its clashing ideologies, the structure and functioning of American political institutions (both governmental and non-governmental), and the forces that shape American public policy. Additionally, by gaining an understanding of the liberties and rights guaranteed by our Constitution, legislative acts and judicial decisions, and the civic responsibilities mandated by same, students will also be better equipped to function as intelligent and responsible citizens.

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Spring 2025
Introduction To The American Political System
0158-101-001	B. Godlove Aka		Tue/Thu	12:15 pm - 1:30 pm	GC - BLH 207	3
0158-101-002	B. Godlove Aka		Tue/Thu	1:40 pm - 2:55 pm	GC - BLH 207	3
0158-101-003	G. Greaves		Mon/Wed	2:25 pm - 3:40 pm	GC - BLH 209	3
0158-101-004	G. Greaves		Mon/Wed	4:15 pm - 5:30 pm	GC - BLH 209	3
0158-101-006	N. Johnson				Online	3	This Course is Filled to Capacity
Sections Offered: Fall 2024
Introduction To The American Political System
0158-101-001	B. Godlove Aka		Tue/Thu	1:40 pm - 2:55 pm	GC - BLH 207	3	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0158-101-002	G. Greaves		Mon/Wed	4:15 pm - 5:30 pm	GC - BLH 209	3
0158-101-003	M. Gray		Mon/Wed	11:00 am - 11:50 am	GC - NEX 275	3
0158-101-005	N. Johnson				Online	3	This Course is Filled to Capacity