Course Outline School: Department: Business Legal and Administrative Studies Course Title: Real Estate 1 Course Code: LAWS 112 Course Hours/Credits: 56 Prerequisites: Co-requisites: Eligible for Prior Learning, Assessment and Recognition: Originated by: Yes Louise Winterstein and Brian Bradley Current Semester: Summer 2015 Approved by: Chairperson/Dean Students are expected to review and understand all areas of the course outline. Retain this course outline for future transfer credit applications. A fee may be charged for additional copies. This course outline is available in alternative formats upon request.
Course Description This course is the first of two real estate courses taken by students in the Law Clerk Program and sets the foundation for understanding real estate law in Ontario. This course familiarizes the students with the different forms of ownership and interests in land and how these interests are protected. Taxes affecting real estate are examined as are the different types of mortgage financing. Students will also become familiar with terminology and documentation used in real estate practice. Program Outcomes Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities in the Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by visiting http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/colleges/progstan/. For apprenticeship-based programs, visit http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/training-standards. Course Learning Outcomes The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Reliably demonstrate a general understanding of the distinctions between different forms of real estate ownership and interests Reliably demonstrate a general understanding of the different types of mortgage financing Reliably demonstrate an understanding of statutes applicable to real estate transactions Reliably demonstrate an understanding of the terminology and documentation used in real estate transactions Essential Employability Skills (EES) The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*: 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience. 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication. 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems. 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems. 6. Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems. 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources. 10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects. 11. Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences. *There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be assessed in this course. Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 2
Text and other Instructional/Learning Materials Text Book(s): Residential Real Estate Transactions, 3rd Edition, Kurtz, Emmans, Blatt, Emond Montgomery Publications. Online Resource(s): ecentennial Evaluation Scheme Test 1: Written assessment covering first few weeks of course. Test 2: Written assessment covering several weeks of course. Homework: Work assigned to be completed at home throughout the course. Assignment: Written assignment. Final Exam: Comprehensive written assessment. Evaluation Name CLO(s) EES GCE Outcome(s) Outcome(s) Weight/100 Test 1 1, 3, 4 1, 2, 4, 5, 25 7, 10, 11 Test 2 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 4, 5, 25 6, 7, 11 Homework 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 4, 5, 10 6, 7, 10, 11 Assignment 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 4, 5, 15 6, 7, 10, 11 Final Exam 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 6, 7 25 Total 100% If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Chair for advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems, serious illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test. All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin. Students who do not wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin must, by the end of the second week of class, communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements. When writing tests, students must be able to produce official College photo identification or they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void. Student Accommodation It is College Policy to provide accommodation based on grounds defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation may include modifications to standard practices. Students with disabilities who require academic accommodations must register with the Centre for Students with Disabilities. Students requiring accommodation based on other human rights grounds should talk with their professors as early as possible. Please see the Student Accommodation Policy. THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 3
Use of Dictionaries English-Additional Language (e.g. English-Chinese) or Additional Language-English (e.g. Russian- English) dictionaries may be used in regular class work. Program or School Policies Course Policies College Policies Students should familiarize themselves with all College Policies that cover academic matters and student conduct. All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and promotes respect and equity. Centennial policies ensure all incidents of harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence will be addressed and responded to accordingly. Academic honesty is integral to the learning process and a necessary ingredient of academic integrity. Academic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, and impersonation. All of these occur when the work of others is presented by a student as their own and/or without citing sources of information. Breaches of academic honesty may result in a failing grade on the assignment/course, suspension or expulsion from the college. For more information on these and other policies, please visit www.centennialcollege.ca/aboutcentennial/college-overview/college-policies. Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic policies. PLAR Process This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain information on the PLAR process and the required assessment. This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without the prior permission of Centennial College. THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 4
Topical Outline (subject to change): Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name 1 Introduction to Course Chapters 1 & 2 Understand course objectives and evaluation process Overview Residential Real Estate Transactions & the Role of the Law Clerk 2 Interests in Land Title to Property 3 Interests in Land - Liens Chapter 3 Chapter 7 Briefly explain the stages of a real estate transaction and the role of the law clerk in real estate practice Describe the various ways to hold interest and forms of ownership in land including fee simple, life estate, leasehold estate Describe the types of liens that may be imposed under the Municipal Act, Corporations Tax Act, Income Tax Act, Land Transfer Tax Act, Execution Act, Construction Lien Act Ongoing: Homework 10% Evaluation Date 4 Legal Descriptions and Land Registration Systems Chapters 4 & 5 Explain how liens may be created and cleared on title Demonstrate an understanding of how legal descriptions and land registration systems have developed and been modified in Ontario Demonstrate an understanding of title search procedures under the Land Titles and Registry systems 5 Interests in Land Government Controls 6 Interests in Land Government Controls 7 Legal Status of the Owner Chapter 8 Describe the government controls over the use of and subdivision of land Explain the implications of the Planning Act in residential real estate transactions Chapter 8 Describe the government controls over the use of and subdivision of land Chapter 9 Explain the implications of the Planning Act in residential real estate transactions Explain the impact of change of name, marriage, death, age, corporations, Test One : 25% THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 5
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name Chapter 10 & 28 partnerships and trustees on title to land Condominiums including the impact of the Family Law Act on residential real estate transactions Evaluation Date Explain what condominium ownership means and how a condominium is created, owned and operated 8 Interests in Land Charges/Mortgages Chapter 6 Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of mortgages including priorities between mortgages Demonstrate an understanding of the key elements of the charge/mortgage document Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology associated with mortgages including the charge payments and the figures in an amortization schedule Explain the major covenants under a mortgage (standard charge terms) Explain the effects of default under a mortgage and the remedies available Demonstrate an understanding of the all elements of the charge/mortgage document Prepare charges/mortgages based on the information found in an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and information from the client 9 Interests in Land Charges/Mortgages Chapter 6 Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of mortgages including priorities between mortgages Demonstrate an understanding of the key elements of the charge/mortgage document Assignment Due: 15% Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology associated with mortgages THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 6
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name including the charge payments and the figures in an amortization schedule Evaluation Date Explain the major covenants under a mortgage (standard charge terms) Explain the effects of default under a mortgage and the remedies available Demonstrate an understanding of the all elements of the charge/mortgage document 10 Residential Real Estate Transactions Agreement of Purchase & Sale 11 Residential Real Estate Transactions Agreement of Purchase & Sale 12 Residential Real Estate Transactions - Deed/Transfer 13 Residential Real Estate Transactions - Land Transfer Tax Affidavit Chapter 15 Chapter 15 ecentennial ecentennial Prepare charges/mortgages based on the information found in an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and information from the client Explain the meaning and significance of all clauses in a standard form Agreement of Purchase and Sale Explain the various clauses that may be added to a standard form Agreement of Purchase and Sale Explain the meaning and significance of all clauses in a standard form Agreement of Purchase and Sale Explain the various clauses that may be added to a standard form Agreement of Purchase and Sale Demonstrate an understanding of the all elements of the deed/transfer document Prepare transfers/deeds based on the information found in an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and information from the client Distinguish between the different taxes applicable in real estate transactions including the applicability and calculation of GST, PST and LTT Test Two: 25% THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 7
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name Prepare Affidavits of Value and the Consideration based on the information found in an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and information from the client 14 Final Examination Material covered Covered throughout course Written assessment. Final throughout course Examination: 25% Evaluation Date THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 8