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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Law underlies all business activities. This unit will examine the nature, function and purpose of law, the sources of law and the Australian Legal System. The two areas of Law that will be focused on are the Law of Negligence, and Contract Law. In addition students will be introduced to Consumer Law, the Commonwealth Constitution and the main types of business organisations within Australia.
Unit was previously coded LAW5000
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
On-campus students attend a weekly lecture and tutorial. For off-campus students, unit delivery is by materials supplied online via Blackboard. Regular online access is required.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | On-line Test (Short Answer Type) | 10% |
| Assignment | On-line Assignment | 20% |
| Test | On-line Quiz (MCQ Type) | 30% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | On-line Test (Short Answer) | 10% |
| Assignment | On-line Assignment | 20% |
| Test | On-line Quiz (MCQ Type) | 30% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Law underlies all business activities. This unit will examine the nature, function and purpose of law, the sources of law and the Australian Legal System. The two areas of Law that will be focused on are the Law of Negligence, and Contract Law. In addition students will be introduced to Consumer Law, the Commonwealth Constitution and the main types of business organisations within Australia.
Students enrolled into V72, Y11,Y67, K30, K58 and W28 cannot enrol into this unit.
Unit was previously coded LAW5000
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Short Answer Test | 10% |
| Assignment | Problem Solving Assignment | 20% |
| Test | Online Quiz | 20% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Short Answer Test | 10% |
| Assignment | Problem Solving Assignment | 20% |
| Test | Online Quiz | 20% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
LAW1100|2|2