Course Title: Introduction to the Canadian Legal System Course Code: PRLG 701

Course Description This subject introduces learners to the fundamentals of the Canadian legal system. It provides participants with a solid foundation to build upon in their core legal courses. A brief history of the development of Canada’s legal system, with an overview of the sources and divisions of law set the stage for an examination of the Constitution and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The learners utilize legal terminology as practiced in Canadian courts, as well as study the roles of those involved in the judiciary. Participants review various aspects of business law as it relates to business organizations, consumer and property law. Introduction to the Canadian legal system will provide learners with general insight into the operation of our Canadian courts and legal system. Program Outcomes Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities in the Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by visiting http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/colleges/progstan/. For apprenticeship-based programs, visit http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/training-standards. Course Learning Outcomes The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to: Describe the structure of the Canadian government, political and court system Differentiate and compare the categories and source of law Articulate correct legal terminology Discuss the Constitution Act and Charter of Rights and Freedoms Compare varying business organizations: sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation Determine rights and remedies for sellers and buyers under Sale of Goods Act and Analyze Consumer Protection Laws Outline areas of law applicable to Bankruptcy and the Law of Banking Categorize different areas of Property Law (e.g. real,systems of land registration, mortgages, Personal Property Security Act, bailment,insurance intellectual property) Essential Employability Skills (EES) The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*: 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience. 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication. 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems. 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems. 6. Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems. 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources. 8. Show respect for diverse opinions, values belief systems, and contributions of others. PRLG 701 CENTENNIAL COLLEGE Introduction to the Canadian Legal System THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 2 ➮ ➮ ➮ ➮ ➮ ➮ Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes Text and other Instructional/Learning Materials Text Book(s): Fundamentals of Canadian Business Law John A. Willes & John H. Willes ISBN 978-0-07-0961137-1 Evaluation Scheme Canadian Court Group Presentations: Group presentations highlighting an area in the Canadian Court System Legal Terminology Test: In-Class Quiz that will require knowledge of legal terminology Mid_Term Test: Multiple Choice Test covering Chapters 1,6,7 Chapter Quiz: Sale of Goods and Consumer Protection Law Quiz Chapter 9 Assignment/Presentation: Individual or Group Presentation or Assignment on an aspect of Bankruptcy or Property Law to be determined by Professor Introduction to Canadian Legal System Test: Evaluation covering Chapters 10,11,12,13,14,15 If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Chair for 9. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals. 10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects. 11. Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences. *There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be assessed in this course. The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*: 1. Identify one's roles and responsibilities as a global citizen in personal and professional life. 2. Identify beliefs, values and behaviours that form individual and community identities and the basis for respectful relationships. 3. Analyze issues of equity at the personal, professional, and global level. 5. Identify and challenge unjust practices in local and global systems. 6. Support personal and social responsibility initiatives at the local, national or global level. *There are 6 institutional Global Citizenship & Equity outcomes. Of these 6 outcomes, the following will be assessed in this course. Evaluation Name CLO(s) EES Outcome(s) GCE Outcome(s) Weight/100 Canadian Court Group Presentations 1 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 10 Legal Terminology Test 3 1, 2 15 Mid_Term Test 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2, 4, 5 25 Chapter Quiz 6 1, 2 3 10 Assignment/Presentation 7, 8 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 3 15 Introduction to Canadian Legal System Test 7, 8 1, 2, 4, 5 25 Total 100% PRLG 701 CENTENNIAL COLLEGE Introduction to the Canadian Legal System THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 3 • advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems, serious illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test. All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin®. Students who do not wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin® must, by the end of the second week of class, communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements. When writing tests, students must be able to produce official College photo identification or they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void. Student Accommodation It is College Policy to provide accommodation based on grounds defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation may include modifications to standard practices. Students with disabilities who require academic accommodations must register with the Centre for Students with Disabilities. Students requiring accommodation based on other human rights grounds should talk with their professors as early as possible. Please see the Student Accommodation Policy. Use of Dictionaries Dictionary use is not permitted in test or examination settings. 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For more information on these and other policies, please visit www.centennialcollege.ca/aboutcentennial/college-overview/college-policies. PRLG 701 CENTENNIAL COLLEGE Introduction to the Canadian Legal System THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 4 Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic policies. PLAR Process This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain information on the PLAR process and the required assessment. This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without the prior permission of Centennial College. PRLG 701 CENTENNIAL COLLEGE Introduction to the Canadian Legal System THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 5 Topical Outline (subject to change): Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name Evaluation Date 1 Introduction Law and the Legal System Fundamentals of Canadian Business Law Chapter 1 1.Establish course expectations with class 2.Review course outline and evaluations 3.Determine a general definition of the term "law” Presentation Class Discussion 2 What is the Law? Sources of Law Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Canadian Business Law Instructor Handouts 1.Describe the function of the "law" 2.Explain the categories of la