POLS 1100
Intro to American Government
Term: Semester
Prerequisites: ENGL0190 or placement into ENGL1100
Credit: 3
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Fee: None
Contact Hours: Lecture 3
This course introduces students to the nature, purpose and structure of the American political system. Attention given to
the institutions and processes that create public policy. The strengths and weaknesses of the American political system
are discussed along with the role of citizens in a democracy.