GOV102 Introduction to Political Science

This course is a descriptive survey of the general principles of politics. Emphasis will be given to the development of politics in society, the major political traditions and ideologies, and comparative governmental systems including institutions, political organization and behavior, and a select range of government policies.

Credit Hours

3

Lecture Hours

3

Prerequisite

Reading proficiency and Writing proficiency or RWR090 Reading Writing and Reasoning Minimum Grade of: C or ESL110 ESL Transitional Writing Minimum Grade of: C or ENG101 English Composition I or higher Minimum Grade of: C

Attributes

  • Civic Learning

  • Free Elective

  • Global Awareness Intensive

  • History/Government Elective

  • Liberal Arts Elective

  • Public Presentation Intensive

  • Reading Content Course

  • Social Science Elective

  • Written Communication Intensive