MATC 2023-24 Catalog

PHYED – PLEGAL DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

experiments related to the above topics and data analysis via computer. Calculus is not required. Prerequisite(s): Complete PHYS-221 or NATSCI-221. PHYS-225 Credits:3 Introductory Astronomy This introductory course covers the principles, theories and understandings related to astronomy. Topics to be covered include the history of astronomy, telescopes, the earth and the solar systems, the sun as a star and other stars, galaxies and theories of the universe. PHYS-226 Credits:1 Observational Astronomy This course is designed to provide hands on experience in the application of the laws of physics to astronomy. Using computers as well as other technological instruments in the fi eld of astronomy, students observe phenomena and experience astronomical events. This course focuses on identi fi cation of the tools of astronomy and their use in solving basic problems in astronomical theory. This laboratory should be taken only in conjunction with, or subsequent to NATSCI-225. PHYS-274 Credits:4 Calculus-Based Physics 1 This is the fi rst part of a two-part sequence of calculus-based physics for prospective engineering students. Topics covered include theoretical and experimental treatment of motion, material properties, fl uids and heat. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATH-232 with minimum grade of C. PHYS-275 Credits:4 Calculus-Based Physics 2 This is the second part of a two-part sequence of calculus-based physics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics and some modern physics. Prerequisite(s): Complete PHYS-274 with minimum grade of C. PLEGAL Paralegal (Department 110) PLEGAL-101 Credits:3 Introduction to Paralegalism This course o ff ers an orientation to the American judicial system, the growth and development of the paralegal profession, ethics, and skills required to practice such as interviewing, investigation, legal reasoning, and writing and document preparation. PLEGAL-103 Credits:3 Legal Research This course provides an understanding of the law library through projects that develop research skills by using digests, legal encyclopedias, reporter systems, treatises and practice manuals. Students also become familiar with computerized legal research. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must

involving warm-up procedures, stretching, resistance training, aerobic training and

be admitted to the Legal Studies/Paralegal program (10-110-1) or Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal program (30-110-2). PLEGAL-105 Credits:3 Civil Procedure This course covers the fundamental principles used in civil litigation. Students apply the procedural concepts discussed by reviewing forms and drafting pleadings and other documents used in civil litigation. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to the Legal Studies/Paralegal program (10-110-1) or Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal program (30-110-2). PLEGAL-107 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 the Legal Studies/Paralegal program (10-110-1) or Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal program (30-110-2). PLEGAL-111 Credits:3 Litigation Practice Systems This course is a study of the procedures involved and the documents that may be used in a 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 the Legal Studies/Paralegal program (10-110-1) or Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal program (30-110-2). 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 are also explored by the student. Prerequisite(s): Complete PLEGAL-101. Must be admitted to the Legal Studies/Paralegal program (10 110-1) or Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/ Paralegal program (30-110-2). 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 the Paralegal Program or Paralegal Studies (10-110-1 or 30-110-2).

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Body Toning and Resistance Training 1 Speci fi c techniques of body toning along with progressive resistance exercises are the focus of this course. A series of rhythmic exercises are taught to enhance muscular speci fi city for developing body shaping and muscular endurance, and improve physical appearance. PHYED-256 Credits:1 Body Toning and Resistance Training 2 This course is designed to teach advanced strategies of body toning and progressive resistance training. Select exercises are presented to enhance muscular speci fi city for developing body shaping and muscular endurance to improve physical appearance, as well as prepare for the physical demands of everyday living. PHYED-266 Credits:1 Earth-Friendly Fitness In this course, students explore and participate in practical green (Earth-friendly) physical activities that help to utilize human energy to reduce our carbon footprint from mechanical and industrial behaviors. PHYED-268 Credits:1 Fitness Walking 1 This course introduces proper guidelines and techniques used in indoor and outdoor fi tness walking. Students will learn proper walking mechanics and develop a lifelong walking program. Various forms of walking and related exercises are presented. PHYS – Physics (Department 806) PHYS-139 Credits:3 Survey of Physics This course emphasizes understanding basic physics concepts through laboratory investigation and applications. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, work, energy, power, temperature, heat, waves, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. PHYS-221 Credits:4 College Physics 1 College Physics is a fi rst-semester physics course to study the principles of mechanics and heat. Calculus is not required. Laboratory work involves the analysis of data using computers. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATH-202 or MATH 230. PHYS-222 Credits:4 College Physics 2 This is a second-semester physics course to study the principles of electricity, magnetism, light, optics and the basics of modern physics. Lab work will include

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