POL 120 - American Government

Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credits: 3

Prerequisites: Take one: ENG-095 RED-090 DRE-098 or ENG-111
This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. [SBCC/BOG 05/30/17] (S24030)

This is a college transfer course. Check with your senior institution to ensure the course will be appropriate for your program at that institution.