Reference2247-7826
CoursePLA2003
Course_TitleFundamentals Of Law
Credits3
DescriptionThis course provides students with an overview of the American legal system. It explores the basic concepts of law in society including the different sources of law. The federal$ state and county court systems are examined along with judicial interpretation of the law. The course also covers the distinctions between procedural and substantive law$ civil versus criminal and a court of equity and a court of law. The roles of paralegals are discussed with an emphasis given in their professional relationships$ functions$ career opportunities and ethical obligations. Prerequisite: ENC 1101. Special fee. (3 hr. lecture)
PrerequisitePrerequisite: ENC 1101.
InstructorMercedes Medina - MMEDINA3@MDC.EDU
Requirements All Virtual College courses require high-speed internet access. Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required. Currently For ease of use when accessing either LMS, both PC and MAC users must use Mozilla Firefox as the default browser. Your course may appear to be functioning correctly in other browsers but some tools, assignments and assessments may not work in these other browsers. Don’t let your course work be affected by the wrong browser.
Fees*
Florida Resident Distance Learning FeeVC Course Total
$354.66$45.00$399.66
 
Non Florida ResidentDistance Learning FeeVC Course Total
$1,207.53$45.00$1,252.53
* There are no additional student charges associated with verification of student identification.
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PLA2003    2003   Credit    3  Mercedes Medina - MMEDINA3@MDC.EDU