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ITR214 - English to ASL Interpreting I (3)
Prerequisites: ITR 110, ITR 112, ITR 114; Corequisites: ITR 212, ITR 216
Provides in-depth study and practice of ASL/English interpretation through the understanding and
use of the simultaneous mode of interpreting. Provides techniques of translating the source language,
English to the target, and American Sign Language (ASL) in a simultaneous manner.
2279 ITR214-1
M
5:30 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.
15-week
ITR216 - Transliterating I (3)
Prerequisites: ITR 110, ITR 112, ITR 114; Corequisites: ITR 212, ITR 214
Covers the process of transliteration.The process moves along a continuum from ASL to a signed form of
English. Specific subtasks are isolated in order to focus on transliterating skill development, enhancing
component skills, and incorporating ASL features.These skills are integrated into the performance of
beginning to intermediate tasks.
2280 ITR216-1
W 5:30 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.
15-week
LA: Paralegal
LA100 - Introduction to Law (3)
Cultural Competence
Prerequisite: [(EN 50A or EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR EN 70 OR Prerequisite or Corequisite: EN
75 OR (ESL 72 and ESL 73)
Presents an overview of the legal profession. Provides detailed introduction to the structure and function
of the American Legal System, law office management, standard operating procedures and systems.
Offers overview of fundamental areas of substantive and procedural law, interviewing and investigation,
and research and writing. Infuses ethics and professionalism. Discusses legal aspects of current topics to
aid students in acquiring an appreciation of the dynamic role of law in our changing society. Promotes
understanding needed to participate effectively in our diverse global, national, and local communities.
1843 LA100-HYB1 SAT
9 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
1st 7-week Saturday
LA103 - Ethics for the Legal Professional (3)
Prerequisite or Corequisite: LA 100
Concentrates on the ethical responsibilities that have been established by statutes, courts decisions,
court rules, and professional associations affecting legal assistants/paralegals and lawyers. Includes
conflict of interest, confidentiality, competence, solicitation, fees and billing, obligations of attorneys to
clients, and protection of client funds. Covers the nature of supervision in order to avoid unauthorized
practice of law.
1930 LA103-ONL1
Online
15-week
LA104 - Contracts (3)
Prerequisites or Corequisites: LA 100 and EN 101
Covers the fundamental principles of contract law; the manner in which contracts are formed; the
elements of a valid contract; the rights and obligations of various parties to a contract, as well as the
rights of third parties; and available remedies when a contract is breached.
1932 LA104-ONL1
Online
15-week
LA105 - Torts (3)
Prerequisites or Corequisites: LA 100 and EN 101
Covers the fundamental principles of tort law: intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability. Examines
causes of action, defenses, and remedies, Develops skills to investigate and evaluate tort claims.
Introduces tort litigation procedures and documents.
2360 LA105-ONL1
Online
15-week
LA106 - Technology for the Legal Profession (3)
Prerequisite or Corequisite: LA 100
Prepares students for the increasing levels of computer literacy demanded by the legal profession.
Covers the basic features of at least one commonly used word processing program, database program,
spreadsheet program and legal specific programs for calendaring, timekeeping and billing. Offers
basic features of computer-assisted legal research and other electronic resources. Incorporates current
technological trends used by the legal profession.
1933 LA106-ONL1
Online
2nd 7-week
LA200 - Legal Research (3)
Prerequisites or Corequisites: LA 100 and EN 101
Offers working knowledge of techniques of legal research. Examines various sources of law and types of
research tools. Emphasis on using a law library. Develops book-based and computer-assisted research
skills. Outlines development of a research strategy plan to locate and update applicable law. Analyze
cases, statutes, and report findings. Stresses proper citation form.
1934 LA200-HYB1 W 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
15-week
LA205 - Legal Writing (3)
Prerequisites: EN 101 and (LA 200 or LA 110)
Offers working knowledge of techniques of legal writing in the preparation of a variety of legal
documents such as legal correspondence, briefs, memoranda, and pleadings. Incorporates analysis and
synthesis of research to draft legal documents. Emphasizes the importance of proper format and citation.
2004 LA205-HYB1 M
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
1st 7-week
LA220 - Civil Litigation (3)
Prerequisites: LA 100 and EN 101
Provides a comprehensive study of civil litigation, state, and federal court structure and procedure.
Explores components of the litigation process. Includes drafting pleadings and other documents
associated with litigation. Incorporates use of technology in the litigation process. Develops skills to
effectively and ethically support the litigation process. Introduces administrative procedure.
2131 LA220-HYB1 SAT
9 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
2nd 7-week Saturday
LA240 - Family Law (3)
Prerequisites: LA 100 and EN 101
Explores the fundamentals and emerging issues in family law.Topics include marriage, separation,
divorce, alimony, child custody and visitation, child support, disposition of property and legal rights
of children, adoption, guardianship, and domestic relations. Explores court procedures, public records
research, and the mediation process. Presents computer applications in domestic relations practice.
2362 LA240-HYB1 Tu
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2nd 10-week
LC: Chinese
LC101 - Introductory Chinese I (4)
Gen Ed Humanities
Covers fundamentals of the Mandarin Chinese written and spoken language. Offers a strong foundation
in the language through development of vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational skills. Offers
insights into Chinese culture and customs.
2347 LC101-1
TuTh
12:30 p.m. - 2:10 p.m. 15-week
Note: Introductory level language courses are not open to native or fluent speakers of the target language. These
are beginning language courses. Students with prior language knowledge should discuss placement with the
World Languages Program Manager.
LAR: Arabic
LAR102 - Introductory Arabic II (3)
Gen Ed Humanities
Prerequisite: LAR 101
Continues the fundamentals of the Arabic language, both written and spoken, pertinent to the second
semester. Offers a strong foundation in the language through further development of vocabulary,
grammar, reading and conversational skills. Provides insights into Arabic culture and customs.
2330 LAR102-1
MW 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 15-week
LF: French
LF101 - Introductory French I (3)
Gen Ed Humanities
Presents study of French grammar and vocabulary with selected readings in contemporary literature.
Develops competence in and knowledge of French language and culture.
1188 LF101-1
MW 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 15-week
1189 LF101-ONL1
Online
15-week
Note: Introductory level language courses are not open to native or fluent speakers of the target language. These
are beginning language courses. Students with prior language knowledge should discuss placement with the
World Languages Program Manager.
No/Low Cost Course Section: The textbook costs for this course are under $40.
LG: German
LG102 - Introductory German II (3)
Gen Ed Humanities
Prerequisite: LG 101
Continuation of LG 101. Introduces more complicated readings.
2329 LG102-1
TuTh
2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
15-week
No/Low Cost Course Section: The textbook costs for this course are under $40.