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LAW/PARALEGAL
Legal Writing LAW 259 3.00
Prerequisite: LAW 101 with a grade of "B" or better, LAW 206 and 261.
(Legal Specialty course) In-depth study and development of legal writing skills. Emphasis is placed on writing assignments which assume
a knowledge of basic legal research skills, development of memoranda of points and authorities and analyses of case facts. Also discussed
will be office memoranda and appeal briefs.
Legal Research I LAW 261 3.00
Prerequisite: LAW 101 with a grade of "B" or better.
(Legal Specialty course) Covers legal research and terminology. The student will become familiar with the law library and develop legal
research skills through the use of legal digests, encyclopedias, reporter systems, indexes, Shepard's, treatises, cases, statutes, legal
periodicals, government documents and other research material. Emphasis is placed on developing legal briefing skills and finding answers
to legal research questions.
Ethics LAW 263 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: LAW 101 with a grade of "B" or better.
(Legal Specialty course) Covers the relationship between the attorney, client and legal assistant. Discusses what a legal assistant may and
may not do. Also discusses conflicts of interest, dealing with witnesses and adverse parties and confidentiality.
Civil Evidence LAW 264 3.00
Prerequisite: LAW 101 with a grade of "B" or better, 206, 259 and 261. This course can be taken concurrently with LAW 259.
(Legal Specialty course) Covers interviewing skills, fact pattern analysis, discovery preparation and evidence. Emphasis is placed on
preparation of documents throughout the court process.
Supervised Field Experience LAW 295 3.00
Prerequisite: LAW 101 with a grade of "B" or better, 206, 259 and 261. This course can be taken concurrently with LAW 259.
(Legal Specialty course) Please consult with the program coordinator. Legal assistant work experience under the supervision of an
attorney. The student will work at a local law firm or agency eight hours a week for the 15-week semester to gain practical work
experience. The student reports and evaluates his/her experience with the program coordinator.
LIFE EXPERIENCE ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Leap Portfolio LEAP 101 1.00 - 6.00
Prerequisite: None
LEAP is a portfolio program designed to assist learners in the process of preparing a portfolio to earn credit toward the award of a
certificate or degree for prior learning experiences that can be shown, through various means of assessment, to be the equivalent of
learning gained through formal collegiate instruction. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the
universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
Essentials of Logistics Management LGM 201 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to supply chain management from both analytical and perspectives. Stressing a unified approach, the course allows students to
develop a framework for making intelligent decisions within the supply chain. Key logistics functions are covered to include demand
planning, procurement, inventory theory and control, transportation planning and execution, reverse logistics, and flexible contracting.
Concepts covered include postponement, portfolio management, dual sourcing, and others. Emphasis is placed on ability to recognize and
manage risk, analyze various tradeoffs, and model logistics systems.
International Logistics Management LGM 202 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This course analyzes and defines the functions of the supply chain that are involved in international supply chain management. Themes
include supply chain activities in international business with special emphasis on management of transportation, global sourcing, customs
issues and facility location in a global environment.
Logistics Planning and Control LGM 205 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This course provides theoretical and hands on training in the use of production planning, demand management, master scheduling,
materials requirements, and capacity planning tools and techniques. Themes include: Master scheduling, ERP, MRP and inventory
management.
Logistics Planning and Control Laboratory LGM 206 1.00
Corequisite: LGM 205
This course complements the Logistics Planning and Control lecture course. In this course, students will work on problems using Microsoft
Excel and other appropriate technology for conducting analysis required in LGM 205. Highly recommended for all students, required for
students who have no prior or little knowledge of Excel.
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.