PLTC115
U.S. Political Institutions and Processes
Politics
BC
Subject code
PLTC
Course Number
115
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
S. Engel, J. Baughman
Course Long Title
U.S. Political Institutions and Processes
Description
This introductory description and analysis of United States governmental and political institutions and processes is particularly focused on exploring the conditions and strategies for political decision making. It is organized to introduce students to common questions about and analysis of federal institutions (Presidency, Congress, Judiciary), Constitutional history and the founding, political parties, elections, voting behavior interest groups, and public opinion.
Modes of Inquiry
Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(PLTC: Identities & Interests), (PLTC: Institutional Politics)
INDS Program Relationship
IDAM - AMST Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
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Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year