U.S. Government and Politics - PLS 135 at Brightpoint Community College


         
 
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PLS 135 - U.S. Government and Politics
Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion, the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policymaking. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Brightpoint Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
22675 PLS 135-A01 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
23175 PLS 135-A02 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
23860 PLS 135-A31 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-03-11 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
23176 PLS 135-M07 3
 M W   
12:30 p.m.-1:50 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Midlothian P
This traditional seated class meets in-person on the Midlothian campus on the specified days and times.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
30857 PLS 135-A21 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-06-09 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
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