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ENGL 1301 Composition
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00

This course focuses on the development of effective communication through written discourse.  Emphasis is placed on the process of writing, including pre-writing, writing, stages of revision, and editing.  Students will learn to employ various organizational strategies to expository essays and will analyze style, tone, and point of view in different literary genres.
Prerequisite: Completion of READ 80 or equivalent and a passing score of 220+ on the writing portion of the THEA test, or completion of ENGL 91 with a grade of "C" or higher; or THEA exemption via SAT or ACT scores.

ENGL 1302 Composition II - Rhetoric
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
Students will examine and employ rhetorical strategies and techniques of argumentation in written discourse, principles of logic will be discussed, and research and documentation techniques will be applied in the process of completing a research project.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in ENGL 1301.  A passing score of 220+ on the writing portion of the THEA test or completion of ENGL 91 with  a grade of "C" or higher; or THEA exemption via SAT or ACT scores.
ENGL 1312 Business Writing
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course emphasizes the practical application of planning, organizing, researching, and presenting business communications typically required in various professions such as letters, resumes, memoranda, and reports.
Prerequisite: Placement based on placement test scores or successful completion of ENGL 81.
ENGL 2307 Creative Writing I
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course is for students who want to explore, discover, and develop their writing talents.  The focus of this course is on the techniques and skills necessary in writing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama or screenwriting.
Prerequisite: None.
ENGL 2308 Business Writing
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This is a further exploration and discovery in student writing, which may include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or drama.  This course focuses on producing work of publishable quality and on hte practical aspects of publication.
Prerequisite: ENGL 2307
ENGL 2311 Technical Writing
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course focuses on writing special types of reports often used in engineering, science, and business.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
ENGL 2321 British Literature
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course emphasizes selected readings of British literature. It encompasses the study of three literary genres which may include short stories, poetry and drama, novel or novella, and essay.  English 2321 is also designed to introduce students to the study of literary periods, terms and criticism.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL1301 and ENGL 1302.
ENGL 2326 American Literature
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course emphasizes selected readings of American literature. It  encompasses the study of three literary genres which may include short stories, poetry, and drama, novel or novella, and essay. English 2326 is also designed to introduce students to the study of literary periods, terms and criticism.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL1302.
ENGL 2331 World Literature
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course emphasizes selected readings of world literature. It will include the study of three literary genres which may include short stories, poetry and drama, novel or novella, and essay.  English 2331 is also designed to introduce students to the study of literary periods, terms and criticism.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
ENGL 2341 Introduction to Literature
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course provides students an introduction to the study of a minimum of three literary genres which may include short stories, poetry and drama, novel or novella, and essay.  English 2341 is also designed to introduce students to the study of literary periods, terms and criticism.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
ENGL 2342 Students in Themes and Genres
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course is designed to focus on literary works which may be unified by theme, period, subject matter, or genre.  English 2342 is also designed to introduce students to the study of literary periods, terms and criticism.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
ENGL 2389 Academic Cooperative in English
CRT HRS: 03 LEC HRS: 03 LAB HRS: 00
This course is designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience. Depending on the cooperative's and student's focus, individualized goals and objectives will be set to further their study in the field of English. This will enable students to gain valuable practical experience in their own specialized interests within the field of study.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in both ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302.
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