Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2017
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FWIS 161 001 (CRN: 23422)
THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM
Long Title: EXPLORING THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM
Department: First-Year Writing Intensive
Instructor: Krcatovich, Erin M.
Meeting: 1:00PM - 3:30PM T (9-JAN-2017 - 21-APR-2017)
Part of Term: First Year Writing
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group II
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 15
Section Enrolled: 15
Enrollment data as of: 26-APR-2024 1:53PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Final Exam Time:
28-APR-2017
9:00AM - 12:00PM F
Description: Course will survey the American legal system, discussing the structure of the courts and role of the judiciary in American politics. Major topics will include criminal and civil law, differentiating the states' and federal court systems, and comparing Texas's legal system to other states' courts.