Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

Instructor: Fernando Chang-Muy

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This course begins by exploring short term entry and long term entry into the United States. We will cover the various means of short term entry and long term entry, as well as the general application processes. We will also examine exclusion and deportation in the United States. In particular, we will discuss how and why individuals may not be admitted into the United States and possible reasons for deportation or removal. Lastly, we will cover the process of how to become a United States citizen and the various requirements for naturalization.

Welcome to this course on U.S. Immigration Law! In this introductory module, we will discuss short term entry in the United States. This will include a discussion about the various means of short term entry and the general application process. We will also cover the fundamentals of student visas, work visas, and humanitarian visas.

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7 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

7 videosTotal 55 minutes

Introduction: Welcome to the Course2 minutes
Disclaimer and Legal Framework9 minutes
Entering Short Term 6 minutes
Student Visas 13 minutes
Work Visas 8 minutes
Humanitarian Visas8 minutes
Summary9 minutes

4 readingsTotal 70 minutes

Apply for Nonimmigrant Visas to the U.S. 10 minutes
Student Visas25 minutes
Temporary Worker Visas10 minutes
Humanitarian Based Visas25 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz 30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Introduce Yourself10 minutes

This module explores entering the United States as a lawful permanent resident. We will start by discussing the difference between short term entry and long term entry. Then, we will discuss the various ways to obtain lawful permanent resident status. This includes family petitions, self petitions, employer based petitions, asylum petitions, special immigrant juvenile status, and the diversity visa program.

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7 videos7 readings1 assignment

7 videosTotal 45 minutes

Introduction to Module 2 4 minutes
Permanent Residency 5 minutes
Family & Self Sponsorship7 minutes
Employer Sponsorship7 minutes
Special Immigrants 6 minutes
Asylum10 minutes
Diversity Visa Program6 minutes

7 readingsTotal 100 minutes

What is the Difference Between an Immigrant Visa and a Non-immigrant Visa?25 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions - Permanent Family Member10 minutes
Employment-Based Immigrant Visas10 minutes
Asylum10 minutes
Refugees10 minutes
Diversity Visa Program10 minutes
Special Immigrant Juveniles25 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 2 Quiz 30 minutes

This module covers exclusion and deportation in the United States. First, we will explore how and why individuals may be excluded or not admitted into the United States. Then, we will discuss possible reasons for deportation or removal.

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8 videos4 readings1 assignment

8 videosTotal 39 minutes

Introduction to Module 31 minute
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 17 minutes
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 25 minutes
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 33 minutes
Waivers5 minutes
Deportation - Part 15 minutes
Deportation - Part 27 minutes
Cancellation of Removal 7 minutes

4 readingsTotal 90 minutes

Ineligibilities and Waivers: Laws30 minutes
Inadmissibility and Waivers Chart20 minutes
Cancellation of Removal for Permanent Residents (Lawful)30 minutes
Cancellation of Removal (Non lawful)10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 3 Quiz30 minutes

In this module, we will discuss how to become a United States citizen. We will start by discussing how to gain U.S. citizenship. We will then cover the various requirements for naturalization. Finally, we will explore the naturalization process.

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6 videos2 readings1 assignment

6 videosTotal 24 minutes

Introduction to Module 41 minute
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 14 minutes
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 26 minutes
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 39 minutes
Conclusion to Module 42 minutes
Conclusion2 minutes

2 readingsTotal 60 minutes

3 Ways to Become a US Citizen30 minutes
Naturalization, Explained30 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 4 Quiz30 minutes

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Fernando Chang-Muy

University of Pennsylvania

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Reviewed on Jun 24, 2023

One of the most simplified was of learning. I highly recommend anyone looking to learn new skills to try coursera.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2022

Thank you so much for covering all the visa categories and detail with very basic examples. It was very helpful and easy to understand, complete all the modules.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

Good course, nicely organized, definitely went over the subject in broad strokes, while discussing some of the finer points. Highly recommend.

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