PSC 210 - American Public Policy

(3 units)

Analysis of the interplay of forces involved in policy-making at all levels of American government. Study of the impact of policy on individuals and institutions.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. define public policy and identify different stages of public policy process.
2. explain the political and institutional constraints on policymakers, and policy proposals within our system of governance.
3. describe agenda setting and how the policy agenda shapes which problems are addressed and overlooked.
4. evaluate the role of interest groups, coalitions, and policy networks in organizing political conflict and shaping policy outcomes.
5. discuss the interdependence of politics and public policy and how political forces shape policy in developing American public policy.

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