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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on residential drainage and venting systems. It provides explanations of the elements and processes involved in the drainage systems, as well as instructions on appropriate applications. Student will also learn how to diagnosis blockage and slow drain problems associated with improper installation, inferior materials and improper venting. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Design residential drainage, waste and venting systems; Determine proper fall and sizing for common bathroom groups; Differientiate between public and private sewage disposals systems; Identify obstructions in branch drains, waste and soil lines; Diagnose problems in drainage and venting systems; Install testing equipment according to local code requirements as pertains to drain lines and venting.
Prerequisite:
PLB 112
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces advance piping principles as they apply to the plumbing industry. Students learn to identify and use a variety of piping, fittings, and materials in domestic water and drainage installations. These installations could be in new or retro-fit applications. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Identify various material, components, and accessories for water and drainage installation and venting applications; Explain the differences in piping and fittings used in domestic water systems and drainage systems; Demonstrate various installation techniques for copper, plastic and domestic water lines; Idenify drainage fitting patterns, bend, degrees and their common application; Calculate pitch and grade; Connect different drainage fittings of dissimilar materials; Design a bathroom draw a sketch of pipe; Evaluate gas piping distribution and associated accessories; Design gas line based on BTU requirements; Demonstrate knowledge of drilling, boring, and notching techniques as well as installations; Apply the appropriate techniques to install, repair, and maintain pipes in accordance with local and international plumbing codes.
Prerequisite:
PLB 210
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2.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to help students develop the fundamentals skills required to install plumbing related fixtures, faucets and appliances in residential homes. The course builds on the skills students acquire in the introductory Faucets and Fixtures course. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Install selected fixtures; Adjust applications for proper appearance and function; Analyze conditions that impact the installation of fixtures; Demonstrate knowledge of code requirements for residential fixtures; Demonstrate knowledge of water and drainage testing systems in preparation for testing.
Prerequisite:
PLB 211
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the principles of heating water for consumption in a variety of applications. Students also learn the theories and practice of using different fuels to produce hot water systems. In addition, they gain knowledge of several types of hot water systems configurations as well as how to install residential hot water heating systems. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the theory of British Thermal Unit; Explain the principles of domestic hot water heating and circulation; Analyze the different energy-fuel sources for hot water; Explain the advantages and disadvantages of various fuel options; Explain the process for selecting the proper water heater to meet the consumer requirements; Describe the different hot water heating distribution systems; Identify the valves, safety devices and control components of domestic hot water heating systems; Demonstrate an understanding o fthe combustion and venting processess of gas and oil fired hot water units; Troubleshoot gas, electric, and oil water heater systems; Discuss layout of solar hot water heaters; Describe the operation of residential boilers; Demonstrate an understanding of radiant heating systems.
Prerequisite:
PLB 212
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the paralegal profession while focusing on the role of the paralegal in the legal profession, the legal and ethical rules that determine unauthorized practice of law, and key legal terminology used in the profession. While developing critical thinking and legal reasoning skills, students will be introduced to such concepts as common law, constitutional foundation in the American legal system, federalism, and differences between the federal and state court systems. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Describe the role of the paralegal in trial preparation and proceedings, and settlement negotiations; Describe and analyze the situations of unauthorized practice of law both from the ethical and legal point of view and other relevant legal issues; Identify the different government structures and judicial courts at the federal, state, and local level.
Prerequisite:
(ENG 050 and REA 050) or ENG 099* or REA 075 or Appropriate Placement Test Scores (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces basic legal research and writing skills. Students are taught the basics of researching issues of substantive and procedural law as well as how to draft basic legal documents. This course also introduces students to traditional law library resources, such as Black's Law Dictionary, U.S. Code, the Pennsylvania Code, Federal Reporter, Pennsylvania Reporter, Atlantic Reporter, and legal treatises. In addition, students will learn about online research sources including Lexis and the official federal and Pennsylvania State Courts websites. Students need to obtain a C or higher in the course in order to take any course that requires PLG 110 as a prerequisite. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Differentiate between the various sources and methods used to research the law; Conduct and identify different methods of legal research; Identify and analyze legal issues; Use critical thinking to apply the law to facts presented in hypothetical case scenarios; Write legal memoranda that demonstrates an understanding of legal issues; Discuss relevant ethical issues.
Prerequisite:
PLG 100* (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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3.00 Credits
This course builds upon the knowledge and skills acquired in Legal Research and Writing I to research substantive and legal issues with more complexity and greater depth. Students will draft more intricate and varied legal documents including different forms of discovery, motions, and memoranda in support, orders, trial briefs, final pretrial orders, and appellate briefs. NOTE: Prerequisites: PLG 120 with grade "C" or better. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Apply principles of legal research and writing to drafting discovery documents, motions, memoranda of law, trial and appellate briefs, and various other legal documents; Properly format legal documents and cite legal references; Compose written communications with attorneys, courts, and clients; Discuss relevant ethical issues.
Prerequisite:
PLG 110 (Grade of C or Higher)
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3.00 Credits
This course is a general introduction to the use and the application of legal specialty software programs in the modern practice of law. Covers law office applications of client management software, billing software, LexisNexis Academic, and various state and federal websites. Students will use appropriate software to perform client conflicts checks, for timekeeping and file management, to prepare and maintain a database for each client, to organize and safeguard documentary evidence, and to assist during trial preparation and trial. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Identify and use productivity software applicable to various business and legal environments; Comprehend the impact of modern technologies on law office and courtroom procedures and apply such technologies and management software to assigned hypothetical legal work and tasks; Apply the relevant computer software and applications applicable to legal environments; Apply communication and collaboration applications commonly used in the legal and business environments; Identify the ethical and privacy issues that arise from the use of technology and the law.
Prerequisite:
(ENG 050 and REA 050) or ENG 099* or REA 075 or Appropriate Placement Test Scores (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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3.00 Credits
This course provides in-depth analysis of contract law including contract formation and the elements of an enforceable contract, rights and obligations of the parties to a contract, contract performance and discharge, elements of breach of contract, defenses to a claim of breach, remedies for breach, implied-in-law contracts, implied-in-fact contracts, promissory estoppels, and secured transactions. Included in the course is a study of the Sales and Commercial paper provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Specific contracts that are subject to much litigation are examined and discussed. Application of contract drafting techniques will be stressed. Ethical issues related directly to contract law will be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Discuss the elements of a contract; Discuss relevant ethical and constitutional issues; Compare and/or contrast different contractual agreements; Explain the various modes of discharging a contract and the remedies available for breach of contract; Analyze and draft contracts that comply with the provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis on Article 2 (Sales) and Article 3 (Commercial Paper).
Prerequisite:
PLG 110* (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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3.00 Credits
This course is specifically designed for part-time/evening students that need to satisfy the internship requirement for the Paralegal Studies Program, and will meet in a traditional classroom setting. As with the traditional internship, there are two components to this course. The first component involves a practicum where students work directly under the direction and supervision of an attorney and/or experienced paralegal in a traditional classroom setting. In a controlled environment, students will learn how to interview clients, prepare and monitor client files, set up interview schedules, and perform various administrative duties relating to practical work operations in a legal office. The second component covers the fundamental principles governing the ethical practice of law for both lawyers and paralegals. In addition, this segment of the course provides students with the necessary tools to identify and resolve ethical problems as well as provide practical tips to implement in everyday practice. Students will also examine the rules of ethics peculiar to the practice of law and the crucial role they play in the profession of a paralegal. This course cover the regulation of the legal profession, the unauthorized practice of law, client confidentially, conflicts of interest, advertising and solicitation, client fees and fee sharing, and specific examples of Pennsylvania's Rules of Professional Conduct. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Develop professional level skills in oral and written communications; Develop a first-hand understanding of law-related office organizations and their internal systems, such as for timekeeping, billing and file management; Acquire a sound, contextual understanding of legal and professional ethics, including, but not limited to, regarding client confidentiality, conflict of interest, and the unauthorized practice of the law; Create a portfolio of work samples (or writing samples).
Prerequisite:
PLG 110 (Grade of C or Higher), PLG 120 (Grade of C or Higher), PLG 140, PLG 210, PLG 240, and Director Approval
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