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 Department:    HSC

 Course #:    63

 Credits:    2

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    2

 CIP:    320204

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2019

 Course Description  

In this course, students explore a number of systems of government, including their histories and underlying philosophies. Students also study the U. S. Constitution and gain a firm understanding of the roles of the 3 branches of government.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: Completion of /co-enrollment in HSC 018 or Permission

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Basic Education N/A  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Understand and analyze the structure and powers of government at the national level.
2. Analyze an issue that attempts to balance individual rights and the common good.
3. Understand key ideals and principles outlined in the Founding Documents.
   • Declaration of Independence, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness;
   • U.S. Constitution, including the rule of law, separation of powers, representative government, and popular sovereignty;
   • Bill of Rights, including due process and freedom of expression.
4. Evaluate the impact of various forms of government on people in the past or present.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Declaration of Independence
2. U.S. Constitution
3. Bill of Rights