U.S. Government and Politics - PLS 135 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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PLS 135 - U.S. Government and Politics
Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion, the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policymaking. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Summer 2024 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
36173 PLS 135-070N 3
  Tu Th  
1:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
 2024-06-17 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the day(s) and time listed on the class schedule. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
2nd 6 Week
37460 PLS 135-50YA 3
 M W   
7:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
 2024-05-20 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Hybrid Course
1st 6 Week
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom; students are expected to attend class via Zoom on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
36170 PLS 135-5XYN 3
 M W   
9:00 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2024-05-20 Annandale P
Hybrid Course
HyFlex Course
This is a Hyflex and Hybrid class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
1st 6 Week
41628 PLS 135-6XYN 3
 M W   
9:00 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2024-05-20 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Hybrid Course
HyFlex Course
1st 6 Week
This is a Hyflex and Hybrid class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
37462 PLS 135-90YA 3
  Tu Th  
7:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
 2024-07-02 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Hybrid Course
Third Six Week
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom; students are expected to attend class via Zoom on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
34563 PLS 135-E40A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-05-20 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 1st 8-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts May 20.
OER-no cost textbooks
34564 PLS 135-E41L 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-05-20 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 1st 8-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts May 20.
OER-no cost textbooks
34565 PLS 135-E56N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-06-17 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 2nd 8-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts June 17.
OER-no cost textbooks

Fall 2024 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
67282 PLS 135-001A 3
  Tu Th  
9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Alexandria P
56103 PLS 135-001M 3
  Tu Th  
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Manassas Trailside Building P
Classes meet on-campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.
63490 PLS 135-001N 3
 M W   
11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Annandale P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
63492 PLS 135-002N 3
  Tu Th  
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Annandale P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
59156 PLS 135-040L 3
 M W   
2:20 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
 2024-09-09 Loudoun P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
Thirteen Week
67283 PLS 135-2XYA 3
  Tu    
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Alexandria P
HyFlex Course
Hybrid Course
This is a Hyflex and Hybrid class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
67284 PLS 135-3XYA 3
  Tu    
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
HyFlex Course
Hybrid Course
This is a Hyflex and Hybrid class. HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating remotely (via Zoom), or both. Students can change their mode of attendance weekly or by topic, according to need or preference.
61514 PLS 135-E05N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual and NOL WW
15-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts August 26.
OER-no cost textbooks
61517 PLS 135-E06L 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-08-26 Virtual and NOL WW
15-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts August 26.
OER-no cost textbooks
61518 PLS 135-E60A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-09-23 Virtual and NOL WW
3rd twelve-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts September 23.
OER-no cost textbooks
61520 PLS 135-E80A 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-10-23 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 4th 7-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts October 23.
OER-no cost textbooks
61522 PLS 135-E81W 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-10-23 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 4th 7-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts October 23.
OER-no cost textbooks
61523 PLS 135-E82W 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2024-10-23 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 4th 7-week course. This is a digital open course. No textbook purchase required. Starts October 23.
OER-no cost textbooks
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