POL

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Courses

POL 100 Democracy in Action: Making Your Voice and Vote Count
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

An introduction to the role of citizens in a democracy. Topics include: the history of voting in the United States, participation in electoral processes, local and state government, and how voters can make changes in their community.
Prerequisites: None

POL 101 Introduction to American Government
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

Study of the American political system at the national level. Topics include: democratic theory and principles, the Constitution, civil liberties, and citizen rights.
Prerequisites: ENG 085 or appropriate placement

Ohio Transfer Module Approved

Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved

POL 102 Introduction to Comparative Governments and Politics
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

Study of political systems and structures. Topics include: the relationship between political ideologies and governments; and comparison of international examples of alternative structures for executive leadership, legislatures, bureaucracy, and judicial systems.
Prerequisites: POL 101

Ohio Transfer Module Approved