TransfermaticPOLS at American River College

    POLS 481 - Introduction to Government: United States - Honors

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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course was formerly known as POLS 481 Introduction to Government: United States - Honors. This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. This is an honors course. Conducted in a seminar format, this course emphasizes participatory engagement and independent learning. The instructional materials and assessments are more challenging as compared to non-honors courses. This course was formerly known as POLS 481 and is not open to students who have completed POLS 301, 481, or C1000.