Lassen College will be offering two new online courses beginning April 13th, giving you a chance to earn six units of college credit in just eight weeks.
AJ20 Criminal Law
Tom Downing teaches this course which offers an overview of the origin and development of law, including English Common Law. It provides an analysis of the doctrines of criminal liability in the United States and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals and public welfare. The distinction between torts and crimes, felonies and misdemeanors, and venue and jurisdiction will be examined.
Crimes against persons and property and crimes popularly deemed to be victimless will be discussed. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law.
PSY1 Introduction to Psychology
Sandy Beckwith teaches this introduction to Psychology, the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. The content focuses on the exploration of major psychological theories and concepts, methods, and research findings in psychology. Topics include the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches and applied psychology.
You can contact Lassen Community College at 251-8842 or visit www.lassencollege.edu to register.
