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GOV 205 - State and Local Government
An introduction to the structure, processes and institutions of American state and local government. Topics include three branches of government, the federal-state relationship, political parties, voting behavior and interest groups. Emphasis on the public policy and public service roles of state and local government in education, public safety, transportation, health and welfare and economic development. Examples will be used from Ohio, where possible. (Social and Behavioral Science elective). Co-requisite: NONE Prerequisite: ENG 091 and ENG 096, ESL 091 and ESL 093, ESL 098, ENG 110, ENG 111 or equivalent ACT, ASSET or Compass test scores. Credits: 3(Lec: 3) School: School of Arts and Sciences Department: Social/Behavioral Science Attributes: General Elective |