Introduction to areas of real estate as a professional field, including brokerage, agreements of sales, deeds, financing of real estate, mortgages, judgments, valuation appraisals and license law.

This course prepares students to market real property by teaching them the proper way to advertise property, to prospect for new clients, to show property, to negotiate contracts, and to close the transaction. Federal and state laws relating to real estate advertising and fair housing will be included.

Equips students with an understanding of legal principles governing real estate transactions with attention to sales, contracts, deeds, mortgages, title insurance, taxes, community property, and homestead law.

Introduction to the real estate market, including land values, construction costs, residential and commercial appraisals, and transactions of rental income into present value.

Introductory course in design and construction of single family residences. Topics include site orientation, architectural styles, structural styles, interior planning, and construction methods and materials.