Program outcomes represent broad areas of knowledge and skills developed over the
duration of the program through a wide range of courses and experiences. These learning outcomes represent what a student should be able to know, think, or do upon successful completion
of their program at Oakland Community College.
Graduates will demonstrate understanding of necessary components of litigating civil
lawsuits.
Graduates will demonstrate ability to analyze a factual situation by applying appropriate
legal concepts
Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of research as the basis of inquiry.
Program Plan 2025-2026 Full Time - Fall Start
**Students should meet with an OCC counselor before attempting this plan of study**
Year 1 - Fall
Courses
Credits
CIS 1050
Personal Computer Productivity Tools
4
ENG 1510
Composition I
3
or ENG 1510E
Composition I Enhanced
4
or ENG 1510S
Composition I with Support
6
Gen Ed
Fine arts/Humanities
3
Gen Ed
Social Science
3
TOTAL CREDITS
13
MILESTONE: Complete all required supportive courses with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Year 1 - Winter
Courses
Credits
BUS 2030
Business Law I
3
COM 1290
Interpersonal Communications
3
or COM 1600
Fundamentals of Speech
3
ENG 1520
Composition II
3
Gen Ed
Science/Mathematics
4
TOTAL CREDITS
13
MILESTONE: Interview with Program Director for admission into PLG program NOTE: PLG Cohorts start
in Fall or Winter terms only.
Year 1 - Summer
Courses
Credits
BUS 2040
Business Law II
3
Elective
Any course 1000 or higher
2
TOTAL CREDITS
5
Year 2 - Fall
Courses
Credits
PLG 2100
Legal Research
3
PLG 2130
Substantive Law
4
PLG 2611
Legal Technology
3
TOTAL CREDITS
10
Year 2 - Winter
Courses
Credits
PLG 2110
Litigation
4
PLG 2120
Legal Writing
4
PLG 2612
eDiscovery
3
PLG 2160
Legal Ethics
2
TOTAL CREDITS
13
MILESTONE: Make an appointment to meet with a Counselor to apply for this degree.
Year 2 - Summer
Courses
Credits
PLG 2140
Evidence Preparation and Property Law
4
PLG 2510
Paralegal Internship or Elective*
3
PLG 2601-2609
Special Topics
2
TOTAL CREDITS
6-9
Note: PLG 2510 is highly recommended for students not currently employed in the field.