MATC 2021-22 Catalog

PLEGAL – PLUMB DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PLEGAL-107

Credits: 3

PLEGAL-123

Credits: 3

PLUMB-304

Credits: 3

Legal Writing This course involves the use of principles that apply to e ff ective legal writing. Students draft memoranda, briefs, letters and other forms of correspondence to gain skills in communicating legal concepts in various areas of the law. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) Litigation Practice Systems This course is a study of the procedures involved and the documents that may be used in civil lawsuit prior to fi ling, during the resolution of the matter and after the judgment. Included in the study is the paralegal’s role in interviewing, and investigative techniques, settlement procedures and trial preparation. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. PLEGAL-114 Credits: 3 Trusts and Estates – Probate Systems Students learn the fundamental principles of estate planning, wills and trusts, as well as the essential processes of formal and informal probate using Wisconsin law as a perspective. Estate and gift taxation also are explored by the student. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30- 110-2) program. PLEGAL-116 Credits: 3 Real Estate Law and Practice This course examines the law of real property, real estate interests, transactions and processes. Forms used in Wisconsin real estate transactions will be used. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. PLEGAL-118 Credits: 3 Criminal Practice The course concentrates on the sources and purposes of criminal law, the meaning of criminal responsibility, elements of crimes, defenses and criminal procedures. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. PLEGAL-121 Credits: 3 Domestic Relations and Divorce Practice Systems This course is a study of actions that a ff ect the family such as divorce, legal separation, annulment, paternity and adoption. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. program. PLEGAL-111 Credits: 3

Plumbing Theory 2 This course is designed to present the general rules, de fi nitions and principles of the Uniform Wisconsin State Plumbing Code. Students will learn about the code and its regulations. Additionally, students learn the design and installation of various plumbing systems. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLUMB-300. PLUMB-305 Credits: 2 Plumbing and Pipe Joining Process 2 This course is designed to provide students with advanced pipe joining processes associated with the plumbing fi eld. Speci fi cally, students learn fundamentals of arc welding, gas welding and wire welding. The course also includes plastic pipe joining methods for potable water, waste and vent systems. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLUMB-308. PLUMB-306 Credits: 3 Plumbing and Piping Shop 2 This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to apply plumbing practices in a shop or actual work setting. The course requires students to combine theory and drawing skills to demonstrate their installation ability. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLUMB-302. PLUMB-308 Credits: 2 Plumbing and Pipe Joining Process 1 This course is designed to provide students with basic pipe joining processes associated with the plumbing fi eld. Speci fi cally, students will learn fundamentals of cutting, reaming, threading, soldering and brazing. The course also includes oxygen/acetylene cutting methods. PLUMB-309 Credits: 2 Applied Drawing for Plumbers 2 This course is designed to provide students with experience in drawing. This includes design and layout work, which then leads students to plan view elevations and isometric drawings. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLUMB-301. PLUMB-310 Credits: 1 First Aid/Safety in Plumbing This course is designed to provide students with fi rst aid/CPR according to the American Red Cross. Additionally, students will cover U.S. Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. PLUMB-312 Credits: 1 Computer Applications/Plumbing This course is designed to provide students word processing, PowerPoint, spreadsheet and internet skills. Students will have an opportunity to apply computer skills in various learning activities.

Corporate Practice Systems Students are introduced to the various types of business organizations with special emphasis on the limited liability company and the corporation. Topics include formation of business entity, required recordkeeping, securities regulations and organizational maintenance. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10- 110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. PLEGAL-127 Credits: 3 Debtor-Creditor Law This course examines the law of relating to creation of debt; collection of debt and bankruptcy. Forms used in Wisconsin collection practice and U.S. Bankruptcy Court will be used. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) Legal Interviewing/Investigation This course instructs students how to access public records, interview witnesses, locate missing persons, and use the internet as an investigative tool. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to Paralegal (10-110-1) or Paralegal Studies (30-110-2) program. PLUMB – Plumbing (Department: 427) PLUMB-300 Credits: 3 Plumbing Theory 1 This fundamental course presents the theory of basic methods of plumbing and piping installation practices. It is intended to complement the course PLUMB-302 Plumbing and Piping Shop 1. PLUMB-301 Credits: 2 Applied Drawing for Plumbers 1 This course covers basic principles that are essential for visualization and training in the interpretation of blueprints and freehand sketches of simpler plumbing and piping jobs. This includes drawing scales, piping symbols and architectural symbols. PLUMB-302 Credits: 3 Plumbing and Piping Shop 1 Students will be able to apply the knowledge they have gained and the skills they have learned to practical design and construction of complete plumbing installations. They also will be able to develop systemized methods of plumbing installation practices, as well as learn the use and care of plumbing fi xtures, appliance equipment and power tools. program. PLEGAL-140 Credits: 3

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