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.