Political Science (PLS) at Wytheville Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- 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 211 - U.S. Government I
- Teaches structure, operation, and process of national, state, and local governments. Includes in-depth study of the three branches of the government and of public policy. Part I of II. This is a Passport Transfer course.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - PLS 212 - U.S. Government II
- Teaches structure, operation, and process of national, state, and local governments. Includes in-depth study of the three branches of the government and of public policy. Part II of II.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - PLS 250 - Introduction to Conflict Resolution
- Teaches basic concepts and methods of conflict resolution, which includes the factors that lead to conflict, and how conflicts can be prevented or brought to an end through peaceful means. Focuses on national and international conflict resolution.Lecture 3 hours per week.
1-3 credits
