Course Descriptions

This course investigates the theoretical nature of morality and its application in particular moral dilemmas. The course is designed to assist students in approaching, questioning, and refining their moral commitments and values, their understanding of the reasoned application of ethical principles, and, ultimately, their ethical practice in both their personal and professional lives. Among the theoretical questions posed and discussed are: Is morality simply relative to specific cultures? What are criteria for right and wrong? What is moral agency? Different ethical theories about the nature of a worthwhile life and concepts of morally sound behavior are examined. This course carries SUNY General Education credit in Humanities and Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice.

• Philosophy
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

The purpose of this course is to examine from a critical, philosophical perspective the various beliefs and practices of religion; problems associated with classical theism; the uniqueness of religious language; arguments for and against immortality; the challenge modern science poses to religion; and the notions of salvation, liberation, etc. As such, this course is to investigate religion in a way that is historically informed, theologically sophisticated, and philosophically challenging.

• Philosophy
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

• Philosophy
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course will study how concepts of sex and gender inform our understanding of self-identity and sexual difference. The course will explore how conventional categories of gender (e.g., heteronormativity and androcentrism) shape/situate women and sexual minorities as 'other'. The course examines a number of theories about the conceptual regulations of gender identity, especially those drawn from foundationalism and essentialism and feminist challenges to these theories. The course also explores the intelligibility of possibilities for gender identity other than those that are conventionally reinforced. This course carries SUNY General Education Humanities and SUNY Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice credit. Prerequisite: Take ENG-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-.,Take PHL-100 or PHL-103 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Philosophy
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

• Philosophy
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An introductory course in physics for students who have not had high school physics, designed for non-science majors as well as those who plan to take College Physics or General Physics. Emphasizes measurement, mechanics, and thermodynamics; includes selected topics from sound and light as they relate to our daily lives. Provides prerequisite for PHY 118, PHY 119, and PHY 151 and fulfills laboratory science requirements for non-science degrees. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2) Contact Hour(s)

An introductory course in physics for students who have not had high school physics, designed for non-science majors. This is a required course for music majors as well as Music Recording Technology majors. Emphasizes: Scientific method, measurement, laboratory proficiency. Topics include vibrations, transverse and longitudinal waves, sound waves, superposition of waves, standing waves, harmonic analysis, mathematical elements of the Pythagorean and modern scales, the production of musical sounds, hearing, sound measurement, fundamentals of microphones and speakers, elements of acoustic architecture. This fulfills the laboratory science requirements for non-science degrees. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2) Contact Hour(s)

First semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students seeking a laboratory science elective, life science students, and those in the engineering technologies. This course is at the mathematical level of intermediate algebra and trigonometry. Topics include motion in one and two dimensions, force laws, energy, momentum, conservation principles, rotational motion, gravity, and fluids. PHY 101 or high school Physics is strongly recommended. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MAT 145 with a grade of 'C' or placement into Math Level 3 or higher.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

Second semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students seeking a laboratory science elective, life science students, and those in the engineering technologies. This course is at the mathematical level of intermediate algebra and trigonometry. Topics include oscillations and waves, electricity, magnetism, AC and DC circuits, optics, and limited topics in thermodynamics. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PHY-118 with a minimum grade of C;,Take MAT-145 with a Minimum Grade of C or Placement into Math Level 3 or higher.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

First semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, physics, or professional programs which require calculus-based physics. Topics include motion in one and two dimensions, force laws, energy, momentum, conservation principles, gravity, rotational motion, static equilibrium, and fluids. PHY101 or high school physics with a C or better is strongly recommended. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit. Prerequisite: Take MAT-271 with a minimum grade of C;

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

Second semester of a two-semester sequence suitable for transfer students pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, physics, or professional programs which require calculus-based physics. Topics include oscillations and waves, electricity, magnetism, AC and DC circuits, optics, and limited topics in thermodynamics. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit. Prerequisite: Take PHY-151 and MAT-272 with a Minimum grade of C.

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

The continuation of the University Physics sequence. Topics include relativity, photons, matter waves, introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, and other selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: Take PHY-152 and MAT-273 with a Minimum Grade of C-. MAT-274

• Physics
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2-1) Contact Hour(s)

This course will introduce students to the organization and operation of the legal system and fundamental legal concepts. The course gives an overview of legal ethics, the court system, constitutional law, civil litigation, contracts, criminal law, tort law, and business organizations. Co-requiste: ENG-101.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course introduces the fundamental of how to use computer technology to accomplish tasks performed by legal assistants or paralegals in a law office. Computer applications will include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, timekeeping and billing, and case management.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3-1) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of legal research and analysis through the use of FLCC's law library. The student will be introduced to primary and secondary sources of law. Emphasis will be placed on finding and analyzing both statutory and case law along with proper citation format. The student will be introduced to the preparation of simple legal documents and will prepare at least one legal research memorandum. Co-requisite: PLG-100 and ENG-101.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of real property practice. Topics to be covered include elements of real property law, contracts, deeds, encumbrances, legal descriptions, title protection, mortgages, closings, and leases. Emphasis will be placed on the completion of real estate documents and the practicalities of filings and recordings. Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minmum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is a continuation of Legal Research & Writing I with an emphasis on clear and effective legal writing. In this course, the student is exposed to more complicated legal research requiring careful research and detailed legal analysis. Students will also be instructed in computer assisted legal research. Assignments include legal research memoranda and various pleadings. Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of family law including prenuptial agreements, valid and void marriages, annulments, separation agreements, custody and child support, divorce, spousal maintenance, paternity, adoption, family offenses, and child protection. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of necessary documents, filing procedures, and interview techniques. Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course will introduce the student to laws relating to estate planning, the administration of estates (both testate and intestate), and the establishment and administration of trusts. Emphasis will be placed on the practicalities of estate law including interview techniques, preparation of wills, trusts and administrative documents, and filing requirements and procedures Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the federal and state court system and offer instruction in civil litigation procedures commencing from the initial client interview and file organization to the trial and any subsequent appeals. It will include instruction on procedures authorized under the New York Civil Practice Law & Rules and special emphasis will be placed on the content and preparation of documents used in civil law suits. Prerequisite: Take PLG-100 and PLG-125 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Paralegal
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)