LEGL 2153 - American Const. Law

Description
Studies the Constitution and its development throughout the history of our nation. The first half of the course examines the United States Supreme Court as a political institution as well as judicial review, federalism, separation of powers, regulation of commerce, due process, and equal protection. The second half of the course introduces civil liberties and the fundamental rights of the individual.

Pre-Requisite
Completion of LEGL 1043 with a grade greater than or equal to C.

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
On Demand

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

Identify the three branches of the United States government and their roles.
Explain the concept of separation of powers.
Articulate the roles of the federal, state and local governments.
Articulate the concept of federalism and how it impacts states’ rights.
Describe and apply the civil liberties and rights protected under the U.S. Constitution.
Describe the due process and equal protection clauses of the U.S. Constitution and their impact on civil rights.
Articulate when a law can deprive people of certain freedoms.
Describe the freedoms protected by the Constitution such as, speech, assembly and religion.
Articulate the standards the courts use in determining whether, and in what manner, government agents may restrict freedoms.
Articulate the economic and property rights protected by the U.S. Constitution.
Describe the protections afforded a criminal suspect under the U.S. Constitution.

General Education Outcomes Supported
N/A

Standard Practices
N/A