POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics

Recent Professors: Joyce Nguy, Nathen Cruz, Grant Harting, Tom Klein, Som Chounlamountry, Debito Beamer, Craig Becker, Ken Callahan and 1 more
Recent Semesters: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
Class Size: 35–75 students
Difficulty: 5.0Moderateout of 10
Credits: 3
Spring 2027 Sections: View Spring 2027 sections of POLS C1000
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: Formerly: PSCI G180. 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. Enrollment Limitation: PSCI G181 / ETHS G181 ; students who complete POLS C1000 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSCI G181 or ETHS G181 . Common Course Number: POLS C1000. C-ID: POLS 110.
Usually Held: Mon Wed 9:30am–10:55am, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm