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

Fall 2025 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
65394 PLS 135-100M 3
  Tu Th  
3:30 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
 2025-08-25 Middletown Campus P
59675 PLS 135-100V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This class will use OER (Open Educational Resources) and will have no textbook costs. Educational materials will be provided to you by your professor.
59676 PLS 135-102V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This class will use OER (Open Educational Resources) and will have no textbook costs. Educational materials will be provided to you by your professor.
60212 PLS 135-200V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-09-08 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
59677 PLS 135-500V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-10-14 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This class will use OER (Open Educational Resources) and will have no textbook costs. Educational materials will be provided to you by your professor.

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
79838 PLS 135-100F 3
 M W   
11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-01-20 Fauquier Campus P
52484 PLS 135-100V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This course is asynchronous; there will be no required meetings. The course syllabus in Canvas will include deadlines and due dates.
52485 PLS 135-101V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This course is asynchronous; there will be no required meetings. The course syllabus in Canvas will include deadlines and due dates.
This class will use OER (Open Educational Resources) and will have no textbook costs. Educational materials will be provided to you by your professor.
52486 PLS 135-102V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-20 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This course is asynchronous; there will be no required meetings. The course syllabus in Canvas will include deadlines and due dates.

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
61337 PLS 135-100V 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-26 Virtual-Distance Learning WW
This course is asynchronous; there will be no required meetings. The course syllabus in Canvas will include deadlines and due dates.
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