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American Government and Politics (POLS 101)

Credit Course

3 credits

$122 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online, In-person

Is a course which introduces students to the historical foundation of the American political system and United States Constitution and their impact on citizens. Students analyze how the institutions of the federal government, the Congress, the presidency, and the courts operate, both in theory and in practice, and how they interact with one another. Students examine the role of campaigns and elections in American politics and how political parties, interest groups, and the media influence the domestic and foreign policy making process. Students question political conflicts and how conflicts have affected the process of politics and governmental institutions. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): ACLT 052. Corequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054.
General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (S).

Sections

Winter 2025 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/02/2025 - 01/23/2025
    • Instructor: John Dedie
    • Course ID: #11498

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: This course uses a FREE textbook.

Spring 2025 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/17/2025 - 05/11/2025
    • Course ID: #23431

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session. Note: This course uses a FREE textbook

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Essex, ADMN 106

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Instructor: John Dedie
    • Course ID: #20974

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This is an Honors version of POLS 101. Honors Prerequisite: Any one of the following: A. Membership in the Honors Program; B. A 3.0 grade point average; C. Written permission from an Honors Program Director, email awilson@ccbcmd.edu. Note: This course uses a FREE textbook

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      5:45 - 8:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      T
      Location: Essex, BESS 204

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Course ID: #23215

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/18/2025
    • Instructor: John Dedie
    • Course ID: #21074

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: Note: This course uses a FREE textbook