Course Description:

This course seeks to give students an understanding of the origin of law, the development of Civil Law, government and the U.S. Constitution; the U.S. Court System, and the formation of contracts.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand the elements of contractual obligations and how to recognize these requirements.

Assessment method(s): Essay examinations and case studies GEO’s addressed by SLO: Communication; Critical and Creative Thinking

2. Recognize key regulatory agencies responsible for enforcing contracts and property rights.

Assessment method(s): Essay examinations, case studies, and current event reporting GEO’s addressed by SLO: Communication; Critical and Creative Thinking, Communication, Global Awareness

3. Identify and have a general knowledge of domestic case law at the federal and state level supportive of rights pertaining to contracts, private and intellectual property.

Assessment method(s): Case studies GEO’s addressed by SLO: Communication, Personal and Professional Development (through research)

Text/Author:

Twomey, David P. and Marianne Moody Jennings, Business Law, Principles for Today’s Commercial Environment. Thomson West. Publishers. Third edition

Email Updates

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As a student I understand it is my responsibility to ensure my email address is up to date in the registration system, and that failure to do so can seriously impact my ability to successfully complete my courses. Further, I consent to receive email communication from my instructor and from the college administration. This consent will remain in force until it is revoked in writing or I am no longer taking classes with the college. Upon submitting the syllabus, I agree to enter the registration system, check my email address and change it if necessary. I understand a tutorial is available to assist me with this procedure. I also understand I can contact 760-252-2411 x7236 to receive additional assistance if I encounter any difficulties when attempting to change my email address.

Assignment Policy:

We will have 9 weekly assignments each having a value of 15.5 points for a maximum of 140 for all homework assigned. Look for these questions toward the end of the weekly lesson postings.

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Exams:

Our class will have both a midterm and Final exam. The Midterm examination is open book/open note with objective and short answer questions. The first exam is worth 210 points.

The Final is closed book/note and will follow the same format as the midterm. This test is worth 350 points.
The maximum points allowable including homework and both exams is 700.

In the box below type, I understand the midterm is open book and notes, is un-proctored, and consists of both objective and short answer questions.  The final is closed book and notes, is proctored, and follows the same format as the midterm. Finally I understand the midterm is worth 210 points, the midterm is worth 210 points, and the maximum points allowable including both homework and both exams is 700.

Grading:

Homework: 20%
Mid Term: 30%
Final: 50%

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Grading Scale:

A: 90-100% (630-700 Points)
B: 80-89% (560-629 Points)
C: 70-79% (490-559 Points)
D: 60-69% (420-489 Points)
F: 0-59% (419 <)

In the box below type, I understand I must arrange for a proctor by the end of the second week of class, if I am not going to take the exam at Ft. Irwin or the Barstow College Campus.

Proctoring of Exams:

Those of you requiring a Proctor please e-mail me your proctoring information by the second week of class.

If you cannot attend the exam meeting you will have to find a proctor approved by the instructor, for example, a librarian or education officer, and an approved site, such as a library or an education center, to take the exam. Send the instructor the name, location and email address of the proctor.  The computer labs at Barstow College will be proctoring your exam if you come to campus. The Barstow College Library does not proctor exams. Proctors for this course must have a professional email address and online access to administer the exam. Proctor information must be received by the end of the second week of class!

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I understand that I must send the proctor form by the second week of class. The instructor reserves the right to refuse any proctor forms sent after this time. Further I understand that if I send in the proctor form after the second week of class and it is not accepted, that I will receive an F in this course, as I will be unable to take the final, which comprises 50 percent of my grade.

Late Assignments:

Late assignments will have 4 points deducted from the maximum amount available. Please submit your work on time thereby enhancing the possibility of receiving a passing grade.

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Course Schedule

Week l: Nature and Source of Law;
Week 2: Court System and Dispute Resolution
Week 3: Morality, Ethics and the Constitution
Week 4: Govt. Regulation and Competition (Antitrust)
Week 5: The Legal Environment of International Trade
Week 6: Crimes, Torts, Intellectual Property Rights
Week 7: Nature of Contracts
Week 8: Formation of Contracts: Offer Acceptance, Consideration, Discharge, Breach of Contract and final exam

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Disclaimer Statement

A syllabus is not a contract between instructor and student, but rather a guide to course procedures on attendance, requirements, grading and objectives. The instructor reserves the right to amend the syllabus when conflicts, emergencies or situations arise that necessitate a change. Students will be notified of any changes.

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