COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Title: American National Government

Course Prefix & Number: GOVT2305

Section Number: 312

Term Code: Summer

Semester Credit Hours: 3

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab Hours: 0

Course Description (NCTC Catalog):

Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national

government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political

participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties and civil rights.      

Course Prerequisite(s): None

Course Type:

o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)

X- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o - WECM Course

Name of Instructor:

Dr. David Smith

Campus/Office Location:

Online, no physical office

Telephone Number:

940-498-6295 (Department Admin: Melissa Roberts)

E-mail Address:

dsmith@nctc.edu or via Canvas

Department Chair:

Donna Hooper

Office Location:

Corinth Campus, 209

Telephone Number:

940-498-6266

E-mail Address:

dhooper@nctc.edu

GRADING CRITERIA

Grading Scale:

A: 657-730

B: 584-656

C: 511-583

D: 438-510

F: 0-437

Student Learning Outcome

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Explain the origin and development of constitutional democracy in the United States.

Demonstrate knowledge of the federal system.

Describe separation of powers and checks and balances in both theory and practice.

Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government.

Evaluate the role of public opinion, interest groups, and political parties.

Analyze the election process.

Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

Analyze issues and policies in U.S. politics.

Research and compose an essay assignment/argument using proper grammar/English and basic computer skills.

Last day to Withdraw

The last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is available at: NCTC Academic Calendar 2016-2017.

Student Rights & Responsibilities

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Scholastic Integrity (Canvas Integrity Continued Below)

Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for more information.

Disability Services (OSD)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.

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Student Success Center

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