| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2:00pm-2:50pm 3:00pm-3:50pm | MW M | Anthropology Building 303 Anthropology Building 107 | Micheal Giles. | HSC. | 4 | 2157 | TBA. |
The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the contemporary American political system. In addition, the course will introduce students to some of the approaches that political scientists use to study political institutions, processes and behavior. The course will examine the major institutions of American national government including Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court, and the relationships among these institutions. In addition, the course will investigate the role of non-governmental groups and actors that influence political decision-making such as voters, political parties, and interest groups.
Required Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- 2005. American Goverment Dolphin Edition. ISBN: 9780618576821.Cencage Learning
Grading
| Assignment/Exam | Details | % of Total Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Discussion Group | Papers- Weekly discussion papers | 30% |
| Three Examinations | (Essay and Objective) | 70% |
The schedule of courses on O.P.U.S. is the official listing of courses, including days and times they meet and the General Education Requirements they satisfy. Students should use course descriptions as general guidelines. Course requirements, grading details, book lists, and syllabi are subject to change.