Module Details

Module Code: ZLAW H4101
Module Title: Legislation
Title: Law for Brewing and Distilling 1
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: John Tully
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the Irish legal system
and a sound working knowledge of aspects of procedural and substantive law applicable to the brewing and distilling industry
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic structure of the Irish legal system, sources of law and the structure of government
LO2 Describe and explain the fundamental principles of contract law, sale of goods law, health and safety and employment law
LO3 Describe and explain the main features of the Irish and European Union administrative and legislative systems, intellectual property law, and the regulatory regime applicable to the brewing and distilling industry
LO4 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of national and EU competition policy in respect of distribution, pricing, and other agreements which may have an anti-competitive effect
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
THE IRISH LEGAL SYSTEM
• Definition and Classification of Law • Sources of Irish Law • Common Law and Precedent • Legislation – Types and Legislative Process • Constitution – Separation of Powers and Fundamental Rights • EU Law – Sources and Institutions
THE LAW OF CONTRACT
• Formation of Contracts • Contract Terms • Validity and Enforceability of Contracts • Discharge of Contract • Remedies for Breach of Contract • E-Commerce and Electronic Contracts • Insurance Contracts and Principles of Indemnity • Sale of Goods and Supply of Services • Unfair Terms Regulations
TORT LAW and HEALTH AND SAFETY LAW
• Negligence Simpliciter and Vicarious Liability • Negligent Misstatement • Professional Negligence and Disclaimers • Liability for Defective Products • Passing off • Remedies • Common Law and Statutory Health and Safety Obligations • Occupiers’ Liability
DOMESTIC AND EUROPEAN UNION REGULATORY REGIME
• Licensing Requirements for Brewing and Distilling • Consumer Protection Law and Applicable Voluntary Domestic Codes • Advertising Standards • Labelling Requirements • Traceability • Food and Beverage Safety Management Systems • HACCP
INTRODUCTION TO COMPANY LAW
• Different Forms of Business Organization (Sole Traders, Partnerships, Companies Limited by Shares, Private Companies Limited by Guarantee, Public Limited Companies) • Membership and Share Capital of a Company • Separate Legal Personality • Corporate Authority and Corporate Capacity • Corporate Borrowing • Directors’ Duties and Obligations • Financial Structure and Regulation of Companies
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

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

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 6.73 101
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Allison Kenneally & John Tully. (2013), The Irish Legal System, 1. 21, Clarus Press, Ireland, p.400, [ISBN: 9781905536].
  • Anthony Thuillier and Catherine MacDaid. (2015), Business Law in Ireland, 1. 25, Clarus Press, Ireland, p.350, [ISBN: 9781905536771].
  • John Tully. (2014), Tort Law in Ireland, 1. 19, Clarus Press, Ireland, p.400, [ISBN: 9781905536].
  • Anthony Thuillier. (2015), Company Law in Ireland, 2. 20, Clarus Press, Ireland, p.400, [ISBN: 9781905536].
  • Gráinne Callanan. (2015), An Introduction to Irish Company Law, 4. 22, Gill and Macmillan, Ireland, p.336, [ISBN: 9780717158454].
  • Eavan Murphy. Business & Company Law For Irish Students, 2. Gill and Macmillan, Ireland, [ISBN: 9780717143771].
  • Aine Keenan. (2012), Essentials of Irish Business Law, 6. 32, Gill & Macmillan Ltd, Ireland, p.400, [ISBN: 9780717152612].
  • Brian Doolan. (2011), Principles of Irish Law 8edn, 8. 44, Gill & Macmillan, Ireland, p.543, [ISBN: 9780717149896].
  • Mary Faulkner. (2013), Essentials of Irish Labour Law, 2. 9, 9780717152629, Ireland, p.224, [ISBN: 9780717152629].
  • Joseph Kinsella. (2012), Health, Safety & Welfare Law in Ireland, 2. 11, Gill & Macmillan Ltd, Ireland, p.224, [ISBN: 9780717152636].
  • Sinead Eaton, Patrick O'Brien. (2015), Competition Law in Ireland, Kluwer Law International, p.104, [ISBN: 9041161554].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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