Course Descriptions - English

ENGL R097 Intermediate Composition - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process.

In this composition course, students review the principles of effective paragraphs and learn to plan, write and revise short expository themes. This course includes essay-exam taking skills and an introduction to library resources. Upon completion, students will be able to write effective short essays. Students will also be prepared for a successful transition to ENGL R101. Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.

Transfer credit: none

ENGL R097S Writing Support for Intermediate Composition - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
Corequisites: ENGL R097

This corequisite course provides additional skills and support instruction for students enrolled in ENGL R097 Intermediate Composition. The course will help students hone their writing skills and concentrate on elements of sentence review and construction as well as paragraphing, essay writing, and an introduction to research. Field trips may be required. Course is offered on a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) basis only.

Transfer credit: none

ENGL R100 Intermediate Composition: ESL Emphasis - 4 Units

Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: ENGL R087 (ESL R087) or placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process

This course focuses on reading and composition for students whose native language is other than English. The course is intended for students familiar with the structure and vocabulary of English and with paragraph development. The course will develop the student’s ability to think critically about and organize information from reading and to write and revise expository essays. The course emphasizes basic writing processes, as well as focusing on grammar and syntax. Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU, UC
*UC Credit Limitation: Any of this type of course combined - max credit: 8 units

ENGL R100E Writing Support for Intermediate Composition: ESL Emphasis - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
Corequisites: ENGL R100
This corequisite course provides additional skills and support instruction for students enrolled in ENGL R100 Intermediate Composition: ESL Emphasis. The course will help students hone their writing skills and concentrate on elements of sentence review and construction as well as paragraphing, essay writing, and an introduction to research. Field trips may be required. Course is offered on a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) basis only. Applies to
Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU

ENGL R101 College Composition - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: ENGL R097 or ENGL R100 or eligibility for ENGL R101 as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process

C-ID: ENGL 100

This course provides development of skills in written expression, especially expository themes, including training in research techniques and preparation of a research paper. It is designed to develop critical thinking, analytical, and rhetorical skills. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or “P.” Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU, UC
OC GE: D1
CSU GE-Breadth: A2
IGETC: 1A

ENGL R101S College Composition Corequisite Support - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
Corequisites: ENGL R101
This corequisite course provides additional help and support for students enrolled in  ENGL R101 College Composition. The course will provide support instruction in areas of the ENGL R101 curriculum where students tend to require more attention. It will allow for  more concentrated efforts on the core elements of ENGL R101. Field trips may be required. Course is offered on a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) basis only. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU

ENGL R101E College Composition Corequisite Support: ESL Emphasis - 2 Units

Hours: 2 lecture weekly
Corequisites: ENGL R101
This corequisite support course provides additional help and support for ESL students enrolled in ENGL R101 College Composition. The course will provide support instruction in areas of the ENGL R101 curriculum where students tend to require more attention. It will allow for more concentrated efforts on the core elements of ENGL R101 for the second language learner. Field trips may be required. Course is offered on a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) basis only. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU

ENGL R101H Honors: College Composition - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: ENGL R097 or ENGL R100 or eligibility for ENGL R101 as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process
C-ID: ENGL 100
This course provides development of skills in written expression, especially expository themes, including training in research techniques and preparation of a research paper. It is designed to develop critical thinking, analytical, and rhetorical skills. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or “P.” Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU, UC
OC GE: D1
CSU GE-Breadth: A2
IGETC: 1A

ENGL R102 Critical Thinking through Composition and Literature - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: ENGL R101 or ENGL R101H
C-ID: ENGL 110 & ENGL 120
This course provides study of literature combined with instruction in critical thinking and composition. The course emphasizes understanding and writing about literature using principles of logical analysis, criticism, advocacy of ideas, and inductive and deductive reasoning. Students will examine assumptions upon which conclusions are based and recognize common logical errors of language and thought. Instruction is offered in advanced elements of style and organization. Application of critical thinking skills and logical methodology to the various literary genres will achieve a disciplined understanding of the material. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or “P.” Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU, UC
OC GE: C2, D2
CSU GE-Breadth: A3
IGETC: 1B

ENGL R102H Honors: Critical Thinking through Composition and Literature - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Prerequisites: ENGL R101 or ENGL R101H
C-ID: ENGL 110 & ENGL 120
This course provides study of literature combined with instruction in critical thinking and composition. The course emphasizes understanding and writing about literature using principles of logical analysis, criticism, advocacy of ideas, and inductive and deductive reasoning. Students will examine assumptions upon which conclusions are based and recognize common logical errors of language and thought. Instruction
is offered in advanced elements of style and organization. Application of critical thinking skills and logical methodology to the various literary genres will achieve a disciplined
understanding of the material. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or “P.” Field trips may be required. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU, UC
OC GE: C2, D2
CSU GE-Breadth: A3
IGETC: 1B