Discuss the constitutional formation of the three branches of the federal government.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to

1. Describe major political themes in the historical development of key concepts and principles of the U.S. Constitution.

2. Discuss the constitutional formation of the three branches of the federal government.

3. Examine the role of judicial review and judicial philosophy in interpreting the Constitution.

4. Analyze how the concepts of federalism, civil liberties, and civil rights interact with different interpretations of the Constitution.

5. Evaluate interpretations of the Constitution from various interdisciplinary perspectives.