Course Descriptions
proofread and edit the originator’s documents. (Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in ENGL 092, ENGL 095 or satisfactory completion of the College’s basic skills requirement in writing) OADM-130 Administrative Office Management (Cr3) (3:0) Students prepare to become a member of the office team by investigating the role of support staff personnel, by developing skills required to process office communications via telephone and mail and by acquiring basic human relations and technical skills necessary for a successful office career. NOTE: This course is offered in Spring term only. (Prerequisite or Corequisite: OADM 120) OADM-141 EXCEL for Windows (Cr4) (4:0) The student will develop the basic information processing skills and techniques required to use EXCEL for Windows software effectively for personal and business use. The student will create, save, edit and print worksheets, charts and databases in a multi-user network environment. (Prerequisite: Computer and keyboarding skills essential) OADM-149 Introduction to Excel for Windows (Cr1) (1:0) In this introductory course, the student will learn the basics of building a spreadsheet, editing, calculating, formatting, saving, retrieving and printing. (Prerequisite: Computer experience and keyboarding skills desirable) OADM-158 Introduction to Microsoft Word for Window (Cr1) (1:0) This introductory course will teach the basics of Word for Windows. The student will learn how to create, edit, format and print basic documents as well as some of the more advanced features of the program. (Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills required) OADM-165 PowerPoint for Windows (Cr3) (3:0) The student will use Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows to develop skills and techniques required for creating highimpact business presentations in a multi-user environment. Planning, selecting, developing and designing effective business presentations will be emphasized. (Prerequisite: Basic computer experience required) OADM-185 Microsoft Access Database (Cr3) (3:0) The student will learn the fundamental concepts and procedures needed to create, edit, query and maintain an Access database with the use of tables, forms and reports. (Prerequisite: Basic computer experience) l General Education Course
OADM-231 Integrated Office Management (Cr3) (3:0) The student will develop problem-solving and decision-making skills that will be emphasized in office applications incorporating skills learned in prerequisite courses. The student will work in a multi-user network environment to produce a variety of business communications. NOTE: This course is offered in the Spring term only. (Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or higher in OADM 120, OADM 130, OADM 141 and OADM 251; Prerequisites Corequisites: OADM 165, OADM 185). A grade of “C” or higher in OADM 231 is required to graduate with an A.A.S. degree in Business Technology Systems. OADM-251 Microsoft Word for Windows (Cr3) (3:0) The student will develop the basic Microsoft Word skills and techniques required to create, format, edit and print a variety of business documents that include tables, mail merge and graphics in the networked environment. (Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in OADM 101 or 35 WPM on a five-minute timing) OADM-299 Business Technology System Internship (Cr1-3) The student will work in a job related to his/her program, participate in programs on campus, and complete an internship workbook based on the work experience gained. (Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Career Services Representative)
Paralegal Studies PLGL-105 Introduction to Law and Litigation (Cr3) (3:0) This course is designed to give an overview of the law, court systems and rules of legal procedure. It also covers ethical and professional responsibilities and tasks essential to the roles of the participants in the legal process, with emphasis on the role of the paralegal and the lawyer, in various types of legal settings. PLGL-106 Legal Research and Writing (Cr4) (4:0) This course is an introduction to legal research and writing. The course will provide a working knowledge of and an understanding of legal research materials, tools and methods. Students will learn to develop research and writing strategies, and will learn to research and write case briefs, legal briefs and legal memoranda. The course will provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to create basic legal research strategies, perform the necessary research and communicate
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their findings in the proper written format. (Prerequisites or Corequisites: ENGL 121 and PLGL 105) PLGL-125 Real Property Transactions (Cr3) (3:0) This course is an introduction to Real Estate Law. Topics of study include property rights, principles of land ownership, sale, financing, conveyance, contracts, liens, mortgage financing, deeds, recording, settlement concepts and other property concepts. Upon completion of the course, the student will have achieved a survey of basic real estate law concepts to provide a fundamental understanding of real estate law that is necessary to proceed with real estate practice as a paralegal, and will be able to draft real estate documents from the inception of the real estate transaction to its closing. NOTE: This course is offered in the Fall term only. (Prerequisite or Corequisite: PLGL 105) PLGL-126 Constitutional Law (Cr3) (3:0) This course is designed to give an overview of the U.S. Constitution and Constitutional Law, which is essential to the role of the paralegal in understanding the law and in assisting the attorney in many legal matters. NOTE: This course is offered in the Fall term only. PLGL-135 Family Law (Cr3) (3:0) The purpose of the Family Law Course is to give legal assistants an understanding of domestic relations law. Students will learn how the laws governing family situations are applied. The content of the course covers dissolution, child custody, child support, alimony, property settlement agreements, orders to show cause, domestic violence and adoption. The students will be able to define and differentiate between the various grounds for divorce and annulment, and they will be able to prepare all forms and pleadings necessary for divorce, and annulment proceedings. This course is designed to give an overview of the law, rules of procedure, ethical and professional responsibilities and tasks essential to the role of the paralegal in assisting the attorney in the family law litigation process. NOTE: This course is offered in the Fall term only. (Prerequisite or Corequisite: PLGL 105) PLGL-145 Professional Standards in Ethics for Legal Assistants (Cr3) (3:0) Students will learn professional responsibilities, and they will have a knowledge of the ethical ramifications of their conduct and work as a legal assistant. Course curriculum includes units on the New