GOVT 2302 - Functions of the Institutions of American and Texas Government

Institution:

Weatherford College

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Description:

(45.1002.5125) Presents terminology and concepts needed to explain the principles and functions of the United States and Texas governments. Emphasis is placed on evaluating the federal and Texas court systems, constitutional law (civil liberties and civil rights), Congress and the Texas legislature, and local governments. Student are required to read a body of material dealing with the Supreme Court's interpretation of our liberties and freedoms under the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment. This course satisfies three of the six hours of government required for a bachelor's degree from a state institution of higher education, as well as an Associate of Arts degree from Weatherford College. Prerequisite: A passing score on the TASP reading section. Three hours lecture per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wc.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 287-5471

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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