POL 120
American Government
Gaston College · UGRD · Fall 2026
3 sections3 open now
Catalog description
This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system.
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D6B
4 openSeats: 56/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 7, 2026, 8:35 PMClass #098941Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
4 available56 enrolled60 capacity0 waitlist
- Days & times
- M/T/W/Th/F/Sa/Su
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 15
- Location
- Online Courses-Main Campus CLASS
- Instructor
- Sowers, S
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D8B
18 openSeats: 12/30 seats Last recorded: Aug 7, 2026, 8:35 PMClass #098942Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
18 available12 enrolled30 capacity0 waitlist
- Days & times
- M/W 11:00 AM-11:50 AM; M/T/W/Th/F/Sa/Su
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 15
- Location
- Robinson Classroom Bldg 341; Online Courses-Main Campus CLASS
- Instructor
- Sowers, S
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P6B
19 openSeats: 41/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 7, 2026, 8:35 PMClass #098947Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
19 available41 enrolled60 capacity0 waitlist
- Days & times
- M/T/W/Th/F/Sa/Su
- Meeting dates
- Sep 8 – Dec 15
- Location
- Online Courses-Main Campus CLASS
- Instructor
- Sowers, S
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