PS 203 - State and Local Government

BT 113  or WR 115  or designated placement

WR 115Q  as required

Course Description: Surveys the political process at the state and local level with an emphasis on Oregon law, constitution, and current local political issues. 

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Explain state/local political and policy making processes.
• CLO#2: Describe legislative process/procedures at the state and local level.
• CLO#3: Describe the levels of government (Federalism), the Oregon and U.S Constitutions, political participation, organized interest groups, and the media.
• CLO#4: Explain the history and capacity of state and local government to solve problems and provide needed services. (ILO: Critical Thinking)