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2357 Advanced Object-Oriented Programming ........................................................................................................ 3:3:1:64
Application of advanced object-oriented programming techniques such as abstract data structures, class inheritance,
polymorphism, and exception handling.
Prerequisite: ITSC 1401, ITSE 1359, ITSE 2321 with a grade of “C” or better.
2359 Advanced Computer Programing (Capstone) ................................................................................................... 3:2:3:80
Advanced programming techniques including file access methods, data structures, modular programming, program
testing and documentation.
Pre-requisite: Must be taken in the last spring semester prior to graduation with instructor approval.
Information Technology Systems courses (ITSW):
1301 Introduction to Word Processing ..................................................................................................................... 3:3:1:64
An overview of the production of documents, tables and graphics.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills or consent of instructor
1307 Introduction to Database ................................................................................................................................ 3:3:1:64
Introduction to database theory and the practical applications of a database.
Prerequisite: ITSC 1401 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor.
2337 Advanced Database ......................................................................................................................................... 3:3:1:64
Advanced concepts of database design and functionality.
Prerequisite: ITSC 1401, ITSE 1359, ITSW 1307 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor
Information Technology Systems courses (ITSY):
2300 Operating System Security ............................................................................................................................. 3:3:1:64
Safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a
security system. Identify security threats and monitor network security implementations. Use best practices to
configure operating systems to industry security standards.
Prerequisite: ITNW 1353 with a grade of “C” or better.
Paralegal courses (LGLA):
1307 Introduction to Law and the Legal Professions ............................................................................................... 3:3:0:48
Overview of the law and the legal professions including legal concepts, systems, and terminology; substantive areas
of law and the federal and state judicial systems; ethical obligations and regulations; professional trends and issues
with emphasis on the paralegal's role.
1345 Civil Litigation ................................................................................................................................................ 3:3:0:48
Presents fundamental concepts and procedures of civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of
litigation and emphasizes the paralegal's role in civil litigation.
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
1355 Family Law ..................................................................................................................................................... 3:3:0:48
Fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, martial property,
and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal's role in family law.
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
1401 Legal Research and Writing ........................................................................................................................... 4:3:2:80
Presents the fundamentals of legal research and writing emphasizing the paralegal's role including resources and
processes used in legal research and writing.
Prerequisites: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
2303 Torts and Personal Injury Law ....................................................................................................................... 3:3:0:48
Fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability are
presented with emphasis on the paralegal's role in tort and personal injury law.
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
2305 Interviewing and Investigating ....................................................................................................................... 3:3:0:48
A study of techniques used to locate, gather, document, and manage information with emphasis on developing
interview and investigative skills and the paralegal's role in interviewing and investigating legal matters.
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
2313 Criminal Law and Procedure .......................................................................................................................... 3:3:0:48
Fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final disposition including principles of federal
and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 taken concurrently or prior to this course.
2388 Paralegal Internship ..................................................................................................................................... 3:0:0:160
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized theory, skills and concepts. A
learning plan is developed by the College and the employer. Two mandatory on-campus class meetings will be held.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 50 semester hours towards a Paralegal degree, including 18 hours of LGLA
courses.