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May 20, 2026
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POLS 1010Z - Introduction to US Politics- American Civic Literacy
This course examines the nature of democracy in the United States, citizen participation, principles of government, and political institutions within the context of US domestic politics. This course also examines our country’s economic system, capitalism, and civic tradition.
Credit Hours: 3
OHIO BRICKS: Pillar: Social or Behavioral Sciences
General Education Code (students who entered prior to Fall 2021-22): 2SS
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Course Transferability: OTM course: TMSBS Social & Behavioral Sciences, TAG course: OSS011 American Politics/Government
College Credit Plus: Level 1
Term(s) Typically Offered:
Learning Outcomes: - Students will be able to describe core theories and concepts in United States politics within the context of foundational origins of US political system and constitutional development.
- Students will be able to apply scholarly analyses and data to evaluate political trends and patterns in the United States.
- Students will be able to explain the nature of participatory democracy and civic engagement and its importance to an informed citizenry in US society.
- Students will be able to analyze political research and the influence of identity politics.
- Students will be able to explain primary terminology, concepts, and findings of US politics as a discipline.
- Students will be able to explain the primary quantitative and qualitative research methods used in the study of US politics.
- Students will be able to explain the primary ethical issues raised in the study of US politics.
- Students will be able to explain the range of relevant information sources in the study of US politics.
- Students will be able to explain how the study of US politics contributes to becoming an informed citizen.
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