Syllabus

COURSE SYLLABUS
BUL 2241 – BUSINESS LAW 1
CRN 15521
Fall 2020 (202210) Full Term
August 23, 2021 to December 12, 2021
Monday 7:00 P.M. to 9:45 P.M.

Room EC 6-217

PROFESSOR:

Name: William C. Hancock, II
E-mail: whancock@valenciacollege.edu
Phone number: (407) 340-9380

COURSE:

A three (3) hour credit online course. Introduction to law, its social forces and agencies for enforcement; effects of governmental regulation on business and society, including environmental law, community planning and consumer protection; contracts; personal property, including bailments and sales.

Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 or ENC 1101H or ENC 1210 or GEB 1011 or IDH 1110 or OST 1335

COURSE OUTCOMES:

At the completion of the course, students should be able to do the following:

1, Describe sources of the law.
2. Explain the structure of federal and state government and the court systems.
3. Explain the process of litigation and alternative dispute resolution.
4. Apply the theories of business ethics to hypothetical problems.
5. Describe the basic forms of business entities.
6. Classify and explain the elements of crimes and torts relating to business issues.
7. Explain patents, copyrights, and trademarks.
8. Explain contract formation, modification, and enforcement.

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

Business Law and the Legal Environment, 23rd Edition, Comprehensive Volume, by Twomey, Jennings, & Fox

OR

Anderson Business Law, Volume1, 23rd Edition softbound – only available at Valencia Bookstores – by Twomey & Jennings

 

ASSESSMENT METHODS AND EVALUATION:

Grades will be based on:

Two Tests 200 points: Midterm and Final (100 points each)
Class Presentation 50 points

 

“A student who fails to take the final examination or complete all coursework may receive the final course grade earned, unless the professor elects to assign the student a grade of 0 or as otherwise addressed in the professor’s course syllabus.”

The final exam is required and if a student does not take a final that student will be assigned an 0 for the final, unless a valid reason is given prior to the Final being given.

If a student does not complete the coursework that student will be assigned a grade of 0 for anything missing, unless it is an optional assignment.]

Grade Scale

90% – 100% – A
80% – 89% - B
70% – 79% - C
60% – 69% - D
0 - 59% - F

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES

 IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES:

Full Term H1 H2 TWJ TWK

Classes Begin August 23, 2021 August 23, 2021 October 15, 2021 August 23, 2021 September 27, 2021

Drop/Refund August 30, 2021 August 30, 2021 October 22, 2021 August 30, 2021 October 4. 2021

No Show

Deadline August 30, 2021 August 30, 2021 October 22, 2021 August 30, 2021 October 4, 2021

Graduation

Application

Deadline September 10, 2021 September 10, 2021 September 10, 2021 September 10, 2021 September 10, 2021

Withdrawal

Deadline October 29, 2021 September 24, 2021 November 19, 2021 October 8, 2021 November 12, 2021

Day/Evening

Classes End December 12, 2021 October 14, 2021 December 12, 2021 October 31, 2021 December 12, 2021

Final Exams December 6, 2021 thru December 12, 2021 Last Class Meeting Last Class Meeting Last Class Meeting Last Class Meeting

Term Ends December 12, 2021 October 14, 2021 December 12, 2021 October 31, 2021 December 12, 2021

Thursday October 14 , 2021 Spirit Day (there will be classes)

Campus closed Monday September 6, 2021 Labor Day

Thursday November 11, 2021 (Meeting Day for Faculty)

Wednesday November 24, 2021 thru Sunday November 28, 2021 Thanksgiving

 

 

 

NO-SHOW PROCEDURE
 

Any student who does not attend class by the No Show/drop/refund deadline for this course’s part of term will be withdrawn by the instructor as a no-show. This will count as an attempt in the class, and students will be liable for tuition. If your plans have changed and you will not be attending this class, please withdraw yourself through your Atlas account during the drop period for this part of term. To comply with the regulations from the Department of Education dealing with program integrity, there must be policies in place to document attendance. Attendance for the first week is contingent upon the completion of the online assessment titled “Orientation” Quiz or any one academic assignment up to the time of the No Show period. NOTE: Completion of “Orientation” quiz or any one academic assignment would count as attendance, but just logging into the course does NOT count as attendance.

CLASSROOM POLICIES ATTENDANCE:

Classroom attendance and participation are vital to academic success. If you miss a class, you need to contact a classmate to get the notes you missed. Missing the equivalent of more than 3 weeks of classes for any reason, other than absences excused in accordance with Valencia’s policies or in cases of documented emergencies, is excessive and a basis for withdrawal.

WITHDRAWAL:

Per Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals), a student who withdraws from class before the established deadline for a particular term will receive a grade of “W. A student is not permitted to withdraw after the withdrawal deadline. See Important Dates for the Withdrawal Deadline for the part of term of this course. A student who is withdrawn by faculty for violation of the class attendance policy will receive a grade of “W”. Any student who withdraws or is withdrawn from a class during a third or subsequent attempt in the same course will be assigned a grade of “F”. For a complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 6Hx28:4-07, please go to: Link to General Counsel policiesLinks to an external site. .

NOTE: Before choosing to withdraw, students should speak first with your professor regarding your progress in the course and with an Academic Advisor to discuss the impact of the W on your academic progress, future fees, and financial aid.

NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (F-1 OR J-1 VISA):
Please be advised that withdrawal from this course due to attendance may result in the termination of your visa status if you fall below the full-time enrollment requirement of 12 credit hours. Consult the International Student Services office for more information.
STANDARDS OF CLASSROOM CONDUCT:
Valencia College is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning and to the development of responsible personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia College, a student assumes the responsibility for becoming familiar with and abiding by the general rules of conduct as listed in 6Hx28: 8-03 and the Student Handbook. Even though Faculty manage the classroom environment, the primary responsibility for maintaining a respectful and civil learning environment rests with the students. Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct may be referred to the Dean of Student's Office for disciplinary action, which may result in a sanction up to and including expulsion. Link to General Counsel PoliciesLinks to an external site.

ACADEMIC HONESTY:
Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states “group project.” Any act of academic dishonesty will be handled in accordance with Valencia policy as set forth in the Student Handbook and Catalog.]
COLLEGE POLICIES:
COLLEGE POLICIES:
A full description of all College policies can be found in the College CatalogLinks to an external site.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. Bay Care Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available.

OFFICE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION:
Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
East Campus Bldg. 5, Rm. 216 Ph: 407-582-2229 Fax: 407-582-8908 TTY: 407-582-1222
West Campus SSB, Rm. 102 Ph: 407-582-1523 Fax: 407-582-1326 TTY: 407-582-1222
Osceola Campus Bldg. 1, Rm. 140A Ph: 407-582-4167 Fax: 407-582-4804 TTY: 407-582-1222
Winter Park Campus Bldg. 1, Rm. 212 Ph: 407-582-6887 Fax: 407-582-6841 TTY: 407-582-1222

NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (F-1 OR J-1 VISA):
Please be advised that withdrawal from this course due to attendance may result in the termination of your visa status if you fall below the full-time enrollment requirement of 12 credit hours. Consult the International Student Services office for more information.

DISCLAIMER:
Changes may be made at the discretion of the instructor.

DISCLAIMER:

Changes may be made at the discretion of the instructor.

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES: Material to be covered – you MUST read the material ahead of time. I prefer a class discussion rather than a lecture. You will learn more if we discuss the material rather than you reading after I discuss it. This helps you understand what you don’t get from reading.

August 23 – CH 1 & 2

August 30 – CH 3, 4 & 5

September 6 – No Class

September 13 CH 6, 7 & 8

September 20 – CH 9 & 10

September 27 -CH 11, 12 & 13

October 4 – Read 14, 15, 16 & 17

 October 11 -Take Mid Term

October 18 - CH 18 & 19

October 25 -CH 20 & 21

November 1 -CH 22 & 23

November 8 -CH 24

November 15 -CH 25 & 26

November 22-CH 32 & 33

November 29 -CH 40 & 49

December 6 -Take Final