Thomas Nelson Community College: U.S. Government and Politics

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

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 Transfer course.

Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

3 credits

PLS 135 Detailed Outline

Schedule at Thomas Nelson Community College

Spring 2021

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
23188	PLS 135-D02	3	M W	12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.	2021-01-11	Virtual-Real Time	WW
This is a *SYNCHRONOUS* online section. Attendance at live online class meetings is required on the days and times listed in the course information. These meetings will be held via Zoom or other application designated by the instructor. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.
23187	PLS 135-D03	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2021-01-11	Virtual Location	WW
This is an *ASYNCHRONOUS* online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are no required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.
23581	PLS 135-D04	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2021-01-11	Virtual Location	WW
This is an *ASYNCHRONOUS* online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are no required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.
50076	PLS 135-D05	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2021-03-15	Virtual Location	WW
This is an *ASYNCHRONOUS* online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are no required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.
23186	PLS 135-D20	3	Tu Th	9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.	2021-01-11	Virtual-Real Time	WW
This is a *SYNCHRONOUS* online section. Attendance at live online class meetings is required on the days and times listed in the course information. These meetings will be held via Zoom or other application designated by the instructor. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.

Summer 2021

Class #	Section	Credits	Time	Start	Location	Mode
11704	PLS 135-D01	3	0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2021-06-03	Virtual Location	WW
This is an *ASYNCHRONOUS* online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are no required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.
11997	PLS 135-D02	3	0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2021-06-03	Virtual Location	WW
This is an *ASYNCHRONOUS* online section. Students must login to Canvas regularly to check for course announcements, complete assignments, check grades and feedback, and participate in any other course activities required by the instructor. There are no required online class meetings. Instructors will post recordings on any live sessions conducted as part of the course. Students must have regular access to a computer and the Internet to successfully complete this course. Some courses require proctored testing. Students can visit https://tncc.edu/distance/students for information and resources for online students. Class Materials Total Cost is Zero.

Fall 2021

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