Course Descriptions

First semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, physics, or professional programs which require calculus-based physics. Topics include motion in one and two dimensions, force laws, energy, momentum, conservation principles, gravity, rotational motion, static equilibrium, and fluids. PHY101 or high school physics with a C or better is strongly recommended. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.Prerequisite: Take MAT-271 with a minimum grade of C;

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

Second semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, physics, or professional programs which require calculus-based physics. Topics include oscillations and waves, electricity, magnetism, AC and DC circuits, optics, and limited topics in thermodynamics. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.Prerequisite: Take PHY-151 and MAT-272 with a Minimum grade of C.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

The continuation of the University Physics sequence. Topics include relativity, photons, matter waves, introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, and other selected topics in modern physics.Prerequisite: Take PHY-152 and MAT-273 with a Minimum Grade of C-., Co-requisite: Co-requiste: MAT-274.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

This course will introduce students to the organization and operation of the legal system and fundamental legal concepts. The course gives an overview of legal ethics, the court system, constitutional law, civil litigation, contracts, criminal law, tort law, and business organizations., Co-requisite: Co-requiste: ENG-101.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course introduces the fundamental of how to use computer technology to accomplish tasks performed by legal assistants or paralegals in a law office. Computer applications will include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, timekeeping and billing, and case management.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3-1) Contact Hour(s)

This course will introduce the student to the various types of business structures used by businesses today including sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies. The course will define and describe each type of business structure and give the student an understanding of the practicalities involved in establishing each type of structure.Prerequisite: Take PLG-100, PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of legal research and analysis through the use of FLCC's law library. The student will be introduced to primary and secondary sources of law. Emphasis will be placed on finding and analyzing both statutory and case law along with proper citation format. The student will be introduced to the preparation of simple legal documents and will prepare at least one legal research memorandum., Co-requisite: Co-requisite: PLG-100 and ENG-101.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of real property practice. Topics to be covered include elements of real property law, contracts, deeds, encumbrances, legal descriptions, title protection, mortgages, closings, and leases. Emphasis will be placed on the completion of real estate documents and the practicalities of filings and recordings.Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minmum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is a continuation of Legal Research & Writing I with an emphasis on clear and effective legal writing. In this course, the student is exposed to more complicated legal research requiring careful research and detailed legal analysis. Students will also be instructed in computer assisted legal research. Assignments include legal research memoranda and various pleadings.Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of family law including prenuptial agreements, valid and void marriages, annulments, separation agreements, custody and child support, divorce, spousal maintenance, paternity, adoption, family offenses, and child protection. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of necessary documents, filing procedures, and interview techniques.Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)