Description:

Examines legal institutions and processes. Students examine law as a system of social thought and behavior and a framework for resolving rival claims. Other topics include legal reasoning and the interaction of law and business. Prerequisite: ENGL 201, 271, 272 or ENGL& 235 with a C or better. Recommended: 30 prior college credits.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Apply an analytical process to the core legal topics
• Research and demonstrate effective legal analysis (Issue, Analysis, Rule and Conclusion) on cases or legal problems
• Apply a preventive approach to potential legal problems
• Identify an ethical issue and differentiate between ethical and unethical behavior
• Develop a cohesive argument for a legal topic in writing and in oral presentation
• Demonstrate familiarity with the court process
• Demonstrate a knowledgeable consumer’s understanding of legal services
• Identify legal process and policy objectives