LAW OF COMMERCIAL AND CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW I
- Law
- 800 level
- 3 credit units
- 118 pages
- 22 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of commercial and consumer protection law. It covers the development and sources of sale of goods law, the nature of sale of goods, and distinctions from other commercial transactions. The course also examines contract formation, terms, property transfer, seller/buyer duties, remedies, e-commerce contracts, and payment devices. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks governing commercial activities and consumer rights.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 78 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CLL817, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 DEVELOPMENT AND SOURCES OF SALE OF GOODS LAW
- UNIT 2: NATURE AND DEFINITION OF SALE OF GOODSPage 5
- UNIT 3 THE SUBJECT MATTER OF SALE OF GOODSPage 8
- UNIT 4: SALE OF GOODS DISTINGUISHED FROM OTHER COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONSPage 12
- UNIT 5: ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS IN THE FORMATION OF CONTRACT OF SALE OF GOODSPage 16
- UNIT 6: FORMALITIES FOR THE FORMATION OF A CONTRACT OF SALE OF GOODSPage 24
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CLL817 · UNIT 1 DEVELOPMENT AND SOURCES OF SALE OF GOODS LAW
Each study unit consists of one week’s work and includes specific Learning Outcomes, directions for study, reading materials and Self- Assessment Exercises (SAE). Together with Tutor Marked Assignments, these exercises will assist you in achieving the stated Learning Outcomes of the individual units and of the course.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the sources and development of sales of goods law.
- Distinguish sale of goods from other commercial transactions.
- Identify the essential elements of a contract of sale of goods.
- Understand the concept of property and its transfer.
- Know the duties and remedies of both the seller and the buyer.
- Understand the legal framework governing e-commerce contracts.
What it prepares you for
- Legal Advisor
- Contract Manager
- Compliance Officer
- Business Analyst
- Commercial Lawyer
- Retail
- E-commerce
- Manufacturing
- Finance
- Supply Chain Management
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Passing of Property
Unit 3: Factors Negating Application of Rule 1 of Section 18
The application of factors negating application of rule 1 of section 18 requires critical thinking and understanding of legal principles.
- Module 4: Transfer of Title to Non-Owner
Unit 2: Exception to the doctrine of Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet
The exceptions to the Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet doctrine require a deep understanding of property law and commercial transactions.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 80 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Development and Sources of Sale of Goods Law · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Development and Sources of Sale of Goods Law. Understand the historical development and sources of sales of goods law in Nigeria.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1..
Unit 2: Nature and Definition of Sale of Goods · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Nature and Definition of Sale of Goods. Understand the nature of contract of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 2..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction
Unit 3: Subject Matter of Sale of Goods · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Subject Matter of Sale of Goods. Understand the definition and classification of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3..
Unit 4: Sale of Goods Distinguished from Other Commercial Transactions · 3 hours
Read Unit 4: Sale of Goods Distinguished from Other Commercial Transactions. Understand the differences between sale of goods and other commercial transactions.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 4..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction
Unit 5: Essential Elements of a Contract of Sale of Goods · 3 hours
Read Unit 5: Essential Elements of a Contract of Sale of Goods. Understand the essential elements required for a valid sale of goods contract.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 5..
Unit 6: Formalities for the Formation of a Contract of Sale of Goods · 3 hours
Read Unit 6: Formalities for the Formation of a Contract of Sale of Goods. Understand the formalities required to form a contract of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 6..
- Week 4Module 2: Passing of Property
Unit 1: Terms of Contract · 4 hours
Read Unit 1: Terms of Contract. Understand the different types of terms in a contract.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 7..
Unit 2: Terms Implied by Statute · 4 hours
Read Unit 2: Terms Implied by Statute. Understand the terms implied by statute in a contract of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 8..
- Week 5Module 2: Passing of Property
Unit 3: Exclusion Clauses, Fundamental Terms and Fundamental Breach · 6 hours
Read Unit 3: Exclusion Clauses, Fundamental Terms and Fundamental Breach. Understand the concepts of exclusion clauses, fundamental terms and fundamental breach.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 9..
- Week 6Module 3: Passing of Property
Unit 1: The Concept of Property · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: The Concept of Property. Understand the concept of property in the context of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 10..
Unit 2: Passing of property in Specific Goods · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Passing of property in Specific Goods. Understand the rules for passing of property in specific goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 11..
Unit 3: Factors Negating Application of Rule 1 of Section 18 · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Factors Negating Application of Rule 1 of Section 18. Understand the factors that negate the application of Rule 1 of Section 18.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercises 12..
- Week 7Module 3: Passing of Property
Unit 4: Passing of Property in Unascertained or Future Goods · 6 hours
Read Unit 4: Passing of Property in Unascertained or Future Goods. Understand the rules for passing of property in unascertained or future goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 13..
- Week 8Module 4: Transfer of Title to Non-Owner
Unit 1: Transfer of title by non-Owner · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Transfer of title by non-Owner. Understand the concept of transfer of title by non-owner.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 14..
Unit 2: Exception to the doctrine of Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Exception to the doctrine of Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet. Understand the exceptions to the doctrine of Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 15..
- Week 9Module 5: Duties of and Remedies for the Sellers and the Buyers
Unit 1: Duties of the Seller · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Duties of the Seller. Understand the duties of the seller in a contract of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 16..
Unit 2: Duties of the Buyer · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Duties of the Buyer. Understand the duties of the buyer in a contract of sale of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 17..
- Week 10Module 5: Duties of and Remedies for the Sellers and the Buyers
Unit 3: Remedies of the Seller · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Remedies of the Seller. Understand the remedies available to the seller in case of breach of contract by the buyer.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 18..
Unit 4: Remedies of the Buyer · 3 hours
Read Unit 4: Remedies of the Buyer. Understand the remedies available to the buyer in case of breach of contract by the seller..
- Week 11Module 5: Duties of and Remedies for the Sellers and the Buyers
Unit 5: Factors Affecting liability under contract of Sales of Goods · 6 hours
Read Unit 5: Factors Affecting liability under contract of Sales of Goods. Understand the factors affecting liability under contract of sales of goods.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 19..
- Week 12Module 6: E-Commercial Contracts and Various Payment Devices
Unit 1: Definition of E-Commercial Contracts · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Definition of E-Commercial Contracts. Understand the definition of E-Commercial Contracts.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 20..
Unit 2: Formation of E-Commercial Contract · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Formation of E-Commercial Contract. Understand the formation of E-Commercial Contract..
Unit 3: Various Payment Devices · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Various Payment Devices. Understand the Various Payment Devices..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 6 hours
Review all modules and units.. Work on assignments.. Prepare for final examination..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and legal principles.
- Practice applying legal principles to hypothetical scenarios and case studies.
- Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments to identify areas of weakness.
- Focus on understanding the differences between conditions and warranties, and their implications.
- Create concept maps linking modules 3 and 4 to understand property transfer and title.
- Pay close attention to the legal frameworks governing e-commerce contracts and payment devices in Module 6.
- Allocate specific time slots for revision each day in the week leading up to the exam.
- Prioritize studying the most challenging units (identified in Peak Difficulty Periods) and seek clarification on any unclear concepts.
- Practice answering past exam questions to improve time management and exam technique.
- Ensure a good night's sleep before the exam to optimize cognitive function and recall.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CLL817 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of commercial and consumer protection law. It covers the development and sources of sale of goods law, the nature of sale of goods, and distinctions from other commercial transactions. The course also examines contract formation, terms, property transfer, seller/buyer duties, remedies, e-commerce contracts, and payment devices. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks governing commercial activities and consumer rights.
How many units does CLL817 have?
CLL817, LAW OF COMMERCIAL AND CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW I, has 22 units across 6 modules, over 118 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CLL817?
CLL817 carries 3 credit units, at 800 level in Law.
Is CLL817 hard?
CLL817 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does CLL817 take to study?
About 78 hours of study, spread across its 22 units.
How is CLL817 assessed?
CLL817 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CLL817?
Legal Advisor, Contract Manager, Compliance Officer, Business Analyst and Commercial Lawyer.