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3.00 Credits
Continuation of introductory physics for science & engineering students, using calculus as problem-solving tool. Focuses on waves, optics, electricity & magnetism, & modern physics topics of quantum mechanics. Prerequisite: PHS 241 Offered: Spring semesters, even years 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
Overview of the role of the paralegal in the legal system. Essential skills of assertiveness, interviewing, investigation, and formal and informal advocacy are introduced. Special emphasis is given to basic legal research techniques. Students are exposed to practice areas and are required to draft basic Motions, Pleadings, and documents related to individual practice areas such as Leases, Wills, Mortgages, and financing statements. Students are introduced to ethical considerations of practice. Course provides focus for further paralegal studies. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PLG 203 recommended Expected to be offered: Fall 2008 semester and Spring 2009 semester; Campus only 3 Credits
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3.00 Credits
Students are expected to master basic legal research and writing. Study will be directed at the law and the legal process, centering on an exploration of legal reasoning and legal methods. The functions of courts and legislation will be examined in the context of the development of legal rules in the common law and the interaction of case and statutory law. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PLG 101 recommended Expected to be offered: Fall 2008 semester and Spring 2009 semester; Campus only 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Advanced work in legal research and writing. Emphasis is on how to use the reference tools fully, including computer based legal research. Writing assignments involve complex legal drafting and persuasive writing. Prerequisite: PLG 203, ENG 117 Expected to be offered: Spring semesters Campus only 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
provides an in depth look at a civil lawsuit from the aspect of both the injured party ("Plaintiff") and the tortfeasor ("Defendant"). While a primary focus is Negligence and liability associated with negligent actions, the course also focuses on intentional acts such as defamation, fraud, battery, assault and invasion of privacy and strict liability associated with dangerous products. A goal of the course is to provide the student with the elements of each cause of action and/or defenses so that the student will be prepared to work hand in hand with a supervising attorney to draft the legal documents associated with a civil lawsuit. Affirmative defenses such as contributory negligence and comparative negligence are covered as well as an in depth look at Insurance Bad Faith Law. While there are no prerequisites, if a student intends on working with a Personal Injury Firm or an Insurance Defense Firm, the Course is essential. The course is an approved elective. Expected to be offered: Distance Learning: Summer semesters 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Preparation of pleadings and other documents used in trials and appeals of civil actions. Students analyze types of litigation and draft types of motions, pleadings, and discovery documents associated with a civil lawsuit based upon common fact scenarios. Explains the role of legal assistants in investigating facts and preparing pertaining documents. Prerequisite: PLG 101, PLG 203 Expected to be offered: Fall semesters, odd years; Distance Learning: Fall semesters, even years 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This introductory environmental law course will focus on the legal regulations of pollution and waste management. The course will cover a number of federal environmental statutes, including the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the Superfund law. In studying these statutes, also considered are a number of more general issues relating to environmental regulation, including the proper goals of environmental regulation; the roles of science and risk assessment; the valuation of environmental injuries and environmental benefits; and the choice of regulatory approach, ranging from command-and-control regulation to information disclosure requirements. Expected to be offered: Sufficient Demand 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Uniform Commercial Code applications to sales and secured transactions. Emphasis on UCC Articles Two and Nine. Prerequisite: BUS 335 Expected to be offered: Distance Learning: Spring 2008 semester, Fall 2009 semester 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Legal aspects of business organizations: corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships and agency law relationships. Emphasis on drafting and maintaining various forms of business organizations. Prerequisite: BUS 335 recommended Expected to be offered: Sufficient Demand 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Legal provisions and documents pertaining to marriage, separation, divorce, communal property, child custody, child support, adoption, and other domestic relations. Prerequisite: PLG 333 Expected to be offered: Spring semesters odd years; Distance Learning: Spring semesters even years 3 credits
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