Course Description:

This course introduces students to the discipline and subfields within Political Science. Basic political concepts, political ideologies, political institutions and political systems are examined. The concepts of power, law, justice, democracy, social welfare and liberty will be discussed in relation to contemporary institutions of government. The impact of international and transnational influences on domestic politics will be analyzed. This course includes the study of California Government. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC. C-ID: POLS 150.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B1: American History/Institutions, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B2: Social & Behavioral Sciences

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Field trips

may be required.

Section Information as of 21-JUL-2026 06:07:31 PM

• CRN: 30147
• Instructor: Guevara, Gloria
• Section Corequisites: NONE
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Oxnard College Bookstore

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