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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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
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 | 13 x 2 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour tutorial |
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 will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through weekly tutorial and activities in Blackboard. Students are required to complete a series of tasks allocated each week before attending weekly lectures. Activities encompass a weekly lecture aimed at providing students with the knowledge of the important principles of business law, and a tutorial component aimed at further developing knowledge, critical thinking and application of the legal principles of business law. Details about these activities are provided in the unit plan schedule. Online Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies. Students are required to complete a series of tasks each week and participate in various online activities to discuss, develop and apply the concepts covered in the lecture and readings to learning tasks and assessments. Online activities are designed to develop digital communication skills, critical thinking and application of the legal principles of business law. Details about these activities are provided in the unit plan schedule. This unit uses technology enhanced learning (TEL) to enhance the teaching and learning experiences for students. The unit involves a mix of delivery modes, teaching approaches and learning styles, including interactive presentations, videos and small group discussions.
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.
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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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
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 | 13 x 2 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour tutorial |
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 will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through weekly tutorial and activities in Blackboard. Students are required to complete a series of tasks allocated each week before attending weekly lectures. Activities encompass a weekly lecture aimed at providing students with the knowledge of the important principles of business law, and a tutorial component aimed at further developing knowledge, critical thinking and application of the legal principles of business law. Details about these activities are provided in the unit plan schedule. Online Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies. Students are required to complete a series of tasks each week and participate in various online activities to discuss, develop and apply the concepts covered in the lecture and readings to learning tasks and assessments. Online activities are designed to develop digital communication skills, critical thinking and application of the legal principles of business law. Details about these activities are provided in the unit plan schedule. This unit uses technology enhanced learning (TEL) to enhance the teaching and learning experiences for students. The unit involves a mix of delivery modes, teaching approaches and learning styles, including interactive presentations, videos and small group discussions.
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% |
| Exercise | Final Assessment | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Short Answer Test | 10% |
| Assignment | Problem Solving Assignment | 20% |
| Test | Online Quiz | 20% |
| Exercise | Final Assessment | 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|3|2