POL 320: American Constitutional Development

Goal: To explore the principles and processes that have shaped America’s development as a constitutional democracy; to develop the ability to critically analyze important constitutional questions.
Content: Examines the framing of the Constitution, judicial review, and changing approaches to constitutional interpretation; separation of powers and federalism; civil liberties and civil rights, including First Amendment rights, equal protection, privacy, and criminal due process.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of College writing proficiency requirement or permission of instructor.
Cross-Listed as: HIS 320.
Credit: 3
Degree Level: Undergraduate