COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This survey course covers the institutions and political processes affecting the federal government. Students are introduced to the underlying philosophy and principles of the US Constitution, civil rights, civil liberties and citizen responsibilities. American political economy, structural workings of government, political processes, along with domestic and foreign policy are also examined.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Coursework is intended to promote a capacity for analysis and critical thinking that is necessary for understanding changing political, sociological and economic realities, and to the preservation of democracy. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of the facts, concepts and theories pertaining to US Government and Politics, the roles played by government and nongovernmental institutions and political actors in the US, and to analyze and interpret data.
Students will expand their comprehension of current US domestic and foreign policies, and analytical and interpretive writing skills.
