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5.00 Credits
The second of three algebraand trigonometry based courses in the physics sequence. This course introduces theories of electricity and magnetism. Topics include: electric charge, forces, and fields; electric potential, energy, and capacitance; magnetism; electric current, resistance, and basic electric circuits; alternating current circuits; and electromagnetic waves. Laboratory exercises supplement class work. Computer use is an integral part of class and laboratory assignments.
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The third of three algebraand trigonometry based courses in the physics sequence. This course introduces the classical theories of fluids, heat, sound, and light. Topics include: statics and dynamics of fluids; gas laws;, heat transfer; thermodynamics; harmonic motion; wave motion; sound; and properties of light. Laboratory exercises supplement class work. Computer use is an integral part of class and laboratory assignments.
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Emphasizes the American legal system, the role of the lawyer and legal assistant within that system, and the ethical obligations imposed upon attorneys and legal assistants. Topics include: survey of American jurisprudence, code of professional responsibility and ethics overview, legal reasoning and problem solving, and introduction to sources of law and legal vocabulary.
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Introduces the student to the competencies involved with legal bibliography and research methodology so that the student can effectively research issues of both state and federal law. The student will also learn to properly cite legal research sources. Topics include: identification of legal issues, sources of state and federal statutes and case law, citation of legal authorities, and computer assisted legal research.
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Focuses on the application and reinforcement of basic writing skills, familiarizes the student with types of writing typically engaged in by lawyers and legal assistants, and prepares the student for legal writing tasks. The student learns to write business letters as well as advisory documents. Topics include: legal analysis and legal correspondence and composition.
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Introduces the student to the issues which may arise in family law cases and to the role of the paralegal in assisting the attorney in the development and presentation of such cases. Topics include: issues associated with client and witness interviews, marriage validity and dissolution, litigation support in family law matters, issues concerning children, special matters in family law, and attorney and paralegal ethical obligations.
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Introduces the student to the basic concepts of real property law as they pertain to common types of real estate transactions. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on practical skills such as document preparation and title examination. Topics include: real estate contracts, plat reading and legal descriptions, types and purposes of deeds, title searches, common real estate mortgages and documentation, real estate closing and closing statements, recordation statutes and requirements, and elements of the lease.
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5.00 Credits
(Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: PLS 101) Introduces the student to the basic concepts of substantive criminal law and its procedural aspects with an emphasis on the constitutionally protected rights of the accused in the criminal justice system. Topics include: substantive criminal law, criminal procedure from arrest to post-conviction, constitutional issues of criminal law and procedure, and criminal litigation support.
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5.00 Credits
Emphasizes competencies and concepts of civil litigation in both federal and state courts. Topics include: federal and state litigation; trial and pretrial proceedings; litigation ethics; and litigation documents, exhibits, investigations, and interviews.
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(Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: PLS 101) Provides a general framework of the substantive theory of wills, trusts, and estates. The student receives practical information to better enable him or her to assist in the drafting of wills and other documents, and in the probate and administration process. Topics include: wills, trusts, and powers of attorney; probate of wills and administration of estates; document preparation for other probate proceedings; general jurisdiction of the probate court; terminology of wills and estate practice; client interviews; and document preparation.
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