Module Title:Law for Brewing and Distilling 2
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from lecturer to student. Problem Solving Exercises - students will work as part of a team to resolve various theoretical legal problems. Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to participate actively in class which will develop their analytical and communication skills. E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported by online learning materials. Self-Directed Independent Learning - an emphasis on independent learning will develop strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: To provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the regulatory environment relevant to the brewing and distilling industry.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Identify and distinguish between the various branches of commercial law, and demonstrate a clear understand of the salient features of each
LO2 Apply theoretical knowledge to common problem scenarios to produce reasoned solutions
LO3 Access and utilize both paper and electronic sources of legal information for research purposes
LO4 Evaluate the efficacy of applicable legal rules and identify desired reforms for communication to the relevant authorities
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
DATA PROTECTION LAW
• Statutory Basis for Data Protection Law • Data Controllers and Data Processors • Legal Obligations of Data Controllers • Rights of Data Subjects • Data Protection Rules • Direct Marketing • Transfers Abroad • Data Security Breach Code of Practice
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW
• The Law of Patents and Allied Rights • The Law of Copyright and Related Rights • The Law of Trademarks and Allied Rights • Intellectual Property Rights in Data and Information • Unfair Competition • Trade Secrets • Enforcement and Remedies
EMPLOYMENT LAW
• The Contract of Employment (Overview, Formalities, Express and Implied Terms, Variation of Terms, etc) • Protective Legislation • Equality Claims • Unfair Dismissal • Requirement for Fair Procedures • Workplace Bullying
INTRODUCTION TO IRISH AND EU COMPETITION POLICY
• Introducing and operating an effective competition law compliance programme in order to avoid breaches of domestic or EU competition law, in particular: directly or indirectly fixing purchase or selling prices or any other trading conditions; limiting or controlling of production, markets, technical development, or investment; sharing markets or sources of supply; applying dissimilar conditions to equivalent transactions with other trading parties which place them at a competitive disadvantage; making the conclusion of contracts subject to acceptance by the other parties of supplementary obligations which, by their nature or according to commercial usage, have no connection with the subject of such contracts; abusing a dominant position on a particular market
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other n/a 1,2,3,4 40.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam n/a 1,2,3,4 60.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00
Independent Learning Time 15 Weeks per Stage 6.73
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_SABRE_B Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Brewing and Distilling 8 Mandatory