Political Science POLS

POLS-C1000 American Government and Politics Of American Government

Units

3

Hours

54 hours lecture; 54 hours total

Transfers to

UC, CSU

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. Formerly known as POLI 120.

Offered: Fall 2026 (5 sections) · Spring 2027 (4 sections)