PSC 1123 - American State and Local Government

Institution:

Pearl River Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: A score of 16 on the Reading portion of the Enhanced ACT or REA 1013 with a grade of "C" or better.A survey of the structure and functions of political institutions at the state, county, and municipal levels as these agencies attempt to resolve conflicts among individuals and groups in society. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of states and the national government in our federal system. Emphasis is also devoted to the discussion of popular participation in the democratic process, political parties and voting, public opinion and interest groups, legislative organization and functions, executive branch structure and functioning, and state court organization and operations. Time is especially devoted to political institutions at the county and municipal levels of government, as this is the level of political activity most of our citizens and students come into contact with most frequently. Three lecture hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.prcc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 403-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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