BUAD201-Wooten-Fall2008

BUAD 201 - Business Law

Fall 2008

Instructor:	John Wooten
Email: Phone:	wootenj@kellogg.edu 269-965-3931, ext. 2515
Office Hours:	http://academic.kellogg.edu/wootenj (click on Office Hours) My work week is Monday through Friday. I will respond to email within two work days. The best method of contacting me is by email - wootenj@kellogg.edu
Course Prerequisites:	None
Textbook	Required: The current edition of Business Law Today, by Miller and Jentz. You must purchase the book that contains the internet access code. This textbook can be purchased from the Kellogg Community College bookstore, either in person or by calling the bookstore at 269-965-4128. You will need to give your credit card information for the book. It will be shipped to you by UPS.
Online Course Features and Requirements	Number of tests: There are four proctored tests which can be taken at any of the Kellogg Community College sites. If you live outside the Calhoun, Branch or Barry county areas, arrangements can be made to take a proctored test at a local Michigan community college. Required on campus sessions: None Special labs or practicum: None Number of assignments: There are chapters to read in the textbook and there are reading assignments on the website. Students will use a discussion board. There are a number of written assignments. For further information, see the course syllabus. Estimated time per week: varies by student. Group interaction required: Students will interact by responding to discussion board questions regarding legal cases. Scheduled activities or self paced: Activities are self paced, but with defined time parameters. Work must be completed by designated due dates. No points will be given for late work. Tests must be taken by designated due dates. Tests not taken within due date parameters will not be awarded points. The course is divided into four equal parts and each part has its own due dates. Requirements: Students must have access to the following: Equipment: You will need a computer that is able to access and interact with the Web. For best results, a Pentium or PowerMac with a 56 Kbps or faster modem and 256 MB or more of RAM should be considered the minimal system. Software: You will need one of the following Internet browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher; Firefox; Mac users may use Safari or Firefox. Internet connection: Home users need Internet access through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers a reliable connection to the Internet. Other requirements:
Course Site:	http://bb.kellogg.edu
Curriculum Statement:	This course will prepare you to understand Law as it relates to Business. You will be prepared to draft and interpret contracts. You will be prepared to resolve contract disputes and to provide remedies when contracts are breached. You will understand the law as it relates to torts and how to avoid torts. You will be prepared to execute negotiable instruments which will include checks, notes and drafts. You will understand the law as it relates to the banking system and e-money.
Description	General overview of the U.S. legal system covering laws, court procedure, and selected current significant legal rulings. An analysis and application, through case studies, of the concepts and rules of law with particular emphasis on the Uniform Commercial Code.
Objective	The student will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of law and the legal system. The student will become acquainted with the basic aspects of law relating to torts. Given the law of torts, the student will be able to evaluate business practices that are, and are not acceptable. The student will be able to analyze business situations in terms of possible tort liability. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the Uniform Commercial Code as it relates to contract offers. Given the contract offer, the student will have knowledge of the criteria necessary for an acceptance of the offer. The student will know the criteria for consideration in contract law. The student will know the criteria for legality in contracts. The student will understand the contractual elements that could make a contract against public policy. Given the contractual situation, the student will identify those contracts that must be in writing in order to be enforceable. The student will understand the application of the parole evidence rules. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the law of contracts as it applies to discharge. The student will understand the concept of specific performance in contracts. The student will understand the concept of substantial performance in contracts. The student will understand the basic principles of law that govern commercial paper. The student will understand the law as it relates to checks and promissory notes. The student will understand the law of electronic funds, transfers, e-money, online banking and e-commerce.
Grading	Students will be graded based on the accumulation of points earned in the course. There will be four proctored, objective tests. These tests must be completed within designated times or no points will be awarded. In addition there will be points awarded for completing four sets of law cases. Points will also be awarded for participation in discussion groups, and group activity. Work must be completed within designated time parameters. Time extensions are not allowed. Work not finished will be counted as zero credit. Please see the syllabus for a detailed accounting of the points.
Grading Scale	90% - 100 % A 80% - 89% B 70% - 79% C 60% - 69% D Less - Failure

Academic Policies Dropping: see the college catalog.

"I" Grades: Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances. All "I" grades should be completed by: the end of the next semester.

Attendance There is no classroom attendance.

Cheating Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).

Disclaimer
Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.

Make-up Policy There is no make-up for tests or work not completed on time.

Computer Access at KCC It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students. If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come the KCC's Campus and use the open computer lab in the Learning Resource Center. See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.

Online Interactive Media None.

Online Submitting Materials Students will be expected to use e-mail and the blackboard site for this class to submit materials.

ADA Statement Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability. KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Academic Policies	Dropping: see the college catalog.
"I" Grades:	Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances. All "I" grades should be completed by: the end of the next semester.
Attendance	There is no classroom attendance.
Cheating	Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).
Disclaimer	Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.
Make-up Policy	There is no make-up for tests or work not completed on time.
Computer Access at KCC	It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students. If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come the KCC's Campus and use the open computer lab in the Learning Resource Center. See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.
Online Interactive Media	None.
Online Submitting Materials	Students will be expected to use e-mail and the blackboard site for this class to submit materials.
ADA Statement	Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability. KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.