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Richard Bland College
GOVT201: American Govt and Politics
GOVT201: American Govt and Politics
This course provides students an introduction to American government and politics, emphasizing both the practical aspects of governmental operations and the understanding of politics as an ongoing, active process. Arranged topically, the course explores the nature and functions of government, politics, and governmental organization. Civil liberties, civil rights, the role of the media and industry, and public opinion are also covered.
Overview
UCGS
UCGS Block III-Social/Behavioral Science
The Uniform Certificate of General Studies (UCGS) is a 30-credit hour program where all courses shall be
transf...see moreThe Uniform Certificate of General Studies (UCGS) is a 30-credit hour program where all courses shall be
transferable and satisfy a lower-division general education requirement at any public institution of higher education. UCGS
courses may satisfy a general education requirement without having a specific course equivalent at the receiving institution.
Passport
Passport Block III-Social/Behavioral Science
The Passport is a 16-credit hour two-year college program in which all courses are transferable and shall
satis...see moreThe Passport is a 16-credit hour two-year college program in which all courses are transferable and shall
satisfy a lower-division general education requirement at any public institution of higher education. Passport courses may
satisfy a general education requirement without having a specific course equivalent at the receiving institution.
Delivery Method
Online
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Delivery Method
Campus
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Delivery Method
Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Department
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Course Notes
Three hours lecture. UCGS approved course, 2021.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the main features of the US government as presented in the Constitution.
- Identify the major political rights and liberties guaranteed in the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments","and describe the process by which political rights are created and affirmed.
- Describe the political process in the United States today","including the roles of political parties","the media","and public opinion.
- Discuss the nature of political campaigns and the electoral process.
- Identify the nature and roles of the branches of the federal government.
- Discuss some of the main features of policy-making at the federal level.
Dual Enrollment
Type
Transfer
Offered
High School
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Offered
College Campus
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Offered
Online
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Offered
Hybrid
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Starting Academic Year
2021
Where Will This Course Transfer?
| Institution | Identifier | Name | Notes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Virginia Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Eastern Shore Community College | PLS211 | U.S. Government I | 2-Year | |
| Germanna Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Northern Virginia Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Tidewater Community College | PLS211 | U.S. Government I | 2-Year | |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | 2-Year | |
| Longwood University | POSC100 | The American Political System | 4-Year | |
| Radford University | POSC120 | Intro to American Government | 4-Year | |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | POL1010 | AMER NAT POLITICS/POL INSTITUT | 4-Year | |
| Norfolk State University | POS100 | American Government | 4-Year | |
| William & Mary | GOVT201 | Intro to American Politics | 4-Year | |
| Old Dominion University | POLS101S | INTRO TO AMERICAN POLITICS | 4-Year | |
| University of Mary Washington | PSCI201 | American Government | 4-Year | |
| Marymount University | POL104 | American Government | 4-Year | |
| Shenandoah University | PSCI202 | State and Local Government | 4-Year | |
| Ferrum College | PSC101 | Intro To American Government | 4-Year | |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | POLI103 | U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS | 4-Year | |
| Emory & Henry College | POLS103 | Politics of the United States | 4-Year |