POL 1 - American Political Institution

Approval Status

Approved

Date Reviewed

February 2019

Introduction to the U.S. Constitution, American political institutions,and California state government. Topics include basic concepts from political philosophy, constitutional   law, institutions of the federal government, political parties and elections, federalism, public opinion, the media, interest groups, and civil liberties and civil rights. Contemporary issues in political science will be presented from a variety of viewpoints.

Course Type

Lower Division