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• PHYS 290A: Independent Study

  1.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Independent Study
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• PHYS 291A: Independent Study

  2.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Independent Study
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• PLGL 101: Introduction to Paralegal Studies

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Introduction to the American legal system. This course outlines the organization and jurisdiction of federal and state courts; introduces legal terminology, ethics and research discusses the role that the paralegal plays within the profession, as well as their responsibilities to lawyers; and surveys the general law areas, including torts, criminal law, property law, family law, business organizations, and estate law. Pre or Corequisite: ENGL 101. (FYS) Prerequisite:    ( ENGL 101 or ENGL 051 or ENGL 102 or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106 ) & ( ENGL 101 or ENGL 003 ) or ENGL 101 Corequisite:    ENGL 101, ENGL 101
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• PLGL 102: Legal Research and Writing I

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Examination of the law library. An introduction to research in the various reference sources available to lawyers in determining applicable law; study of the processes of legal research and the writing of memoranda. Students gain practical experience by completing research and writing assignments. Prerequisite: PLGL 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 101
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• PLGL 104: Legal Research and Writing II

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Continues the legal research techniques covered in PLGL 102 as students further examine various legal reference sources such as computer-assisted legal research. The course also includes extensive drafting of legal memoranda, correspondence, and trial briefs. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: PLGL 102 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 102
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• PLGL 105: Contracts

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Studies the legal issues pertaining to the formation, enforcement, and termination of contracts. This course specifically addresses the elements of a legally binding contract, the rights and obligations arising from contracts, and remedies for breach of contract, as well as an overview of Article II of the UCC. Emphasis is also placed upon the drafting of a variety of clauses, contacts and related documents. Co-requisite: PLGL 101. Prerequisite:    PLGL 101 Corequisite:    PLGL 101
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• PLGL 201: Civil Litigation I

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Prepares students for work with an attorney throughout the course of a civil case, including the initial pleadings. Focus is placed on performance of special tasks that include investigative techniques, client and witness interviews, law office software use, and the drafting of initial pleadings. In addition, this course provides an introduction to rules of evidence as they apply to civil actions a review of state and federal court structure, and instruction in Rules of Civil Procedure. Prerequisite: PLGL 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 101
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• PLGL 202: Civil Litigation II

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Continues the topics covered in PLGL 201 with an emphasis on motion practice, discovery, settlements, and trial preparation. The course requires extensive drafting of relevant legal documents, including instruction in the use of standard forms. Prerequisite: PLGL 201 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 201
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• PLGL 203: Family Law

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  Studies the legal problems pertaining to the formation and dissolution of the family unit. This course specifically addresses marriage, annulment, divorce, custody and support of children, adoption and protection from abuse. Emphasis is placed upon the preparation of documents and pleadings, as well as the interpersonal communication skills required to interact with clients. Co-requisite: PLGL 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 101
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• PLGL 204: Estate Planning and Administration

  3.00 Credits

  Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

  
  An introduction to the more common forms of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advanced directives for healthcare (living wills), other estate planning documents, and a survey of the fundamental principles of law applicable to each. Also included is a review of Pennsylvania's Intestate Succession law and a detailed analysis of the administration of estates, including the impact of applicable death transfer taxes. Students gain practical experience in preparing estate planning documents and inheritance tax returns. Co-requisite: PLGL 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    PLGL 101
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