POLS 101 - Introduction to Political Science

    Recent Professors
    Frederic J. Patrick
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    35–36 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8 · CSU American Institutions Area US2 · CSU American Institutions Area US3
    Description
    This is an introductory course examining a variety of approaches to the study of political science with particular emphasis on the American political system in comparative perspective. Topics discussed include nature of politics, comparative politics, selected political philosophers, principles of government, methods used by political scientists, and American government. This course satisfies part of the history and government requirements for the California State Colleges and Universities and Allan Hancock College. Students receiving credit must demonstrate satisfactory knowledge about national and state government.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:20am, Mon Wed 9:30am–10:50am