Course Descriptions - Property in its Historical Context LAWS 1015   Property in its Historical Context
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The purpose of this course is two-fold: first, to provide a basic understanding of property concepts and principles in both real and personal property; second, to provide a sense of the historical development of the law of property. This course introduces the student to the concept of property, its evolution, types and fundamental principles. It illustrates ideas such as possession and ownership by reference to the law of finders and bailment and to various transactions in which land or goods are the common denominators. It also introduces the doctrine of aboriginal title and explores the principles of real property, including tenure, estates, future interests, matrimonial property, private and public controls on land use, and the registry system.
NOTES: Students taking this course must register in and complete LAWS 1015 & LAWS 1025 in consecutive terms; credit will not be granted if courses are not completed consecutively. Assessment Method: Written examination in December (with option to count as 30% of the final mark), and a final examination