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ETD 2350C - AutoCAD III
3 Credit Hours
(Spring, Summer, Fall)
An advanced course designed to help students develop proficiency in the area of computer aided drafting and systems drafting. Topics covered include: transfer drawings, digitized drawings, explanatory drawings, multiview projections, exploded assemblies, pictorial drawings, auxiliary views, sections, details, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and CADD concepts.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1340C .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2357C - Inventor I
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
A basic course in Parametric Solid Design using AutoDesk Inventor Software. Topics include: basic concepts of parametric part sketching 3D part creation, Revolve, Sweep and Lofted features, shell and coil, surface creation, sheet metal and orthographic drawing production.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1102 .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2358C - Inventor II
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
The second course in a series designed to develop skill and proficiency in Parametric Solid Design, using Inventor Software. Topics include: sheet metal modeling, assembly concepts, assembly modeling approach and tools, advanced constraints, motion simulation, adaptive technology and drawing presentation.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 2357C .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2360C - AutoCAD 3-D Modeling II
3 Credit Hours
(Spring, Summer)
An advanced course in mechanical design using advanced computer techniques. Contents will include: 3D concepts, wire modeling, surface generation techniques, and solid modeling techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1355C or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2364C - SolidWorks I
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
A basic course in Parametric Solid Design using SolidWorks Software. Topics include: basic concepts of parametric part sketching 3D part creation, Revolve, Sweep and Lofted features, shell and coil, surface creation, sheet metal and orthographic drawing production.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320C or higher or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2368C - SolidWorks II
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
The second course in a series designed to develop skill and proficiency in Parametric Solid Design, using SolidWorks Software. Topics include: sheet metal modeling, assembly concepts, assembly modeling approach and tools, advanced constraints, motion simulation, adaptive technology and drawing presentation.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 2364C or higher or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree. ▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ETD 2377C - 3D Studio Max I
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Course is designed to use 3D Studio in rendering, and animation as a dynamic visualization tool for AutoCAD design images. Upon completion of this course, the user will be able to navigate through the modules of the program, model simple projects, set up scenes for rendering and animation, assign materials to objects, and define simple motion paths, input and output techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1355C or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2395C - Architectural Desktop for Architecture
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A basic course in 3D Architectural Modeling using AutoDesk Architectural Desktop Software. Topics include: introduction to Architectural Desktop, creating floor plans, modifying walls, advanced wall features, placing doors and windows, door and window assemblies, creating roofs and roof slabs, creating slabs for floors and ceilings, creating elevations, sections and details, and annotation and documentation.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320C or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2542 - Structural Drafting
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
A course in the fundamentals of structural drafting including: an overview of structural drafting, prestressed concrete drafting, structural steel drafting, and poured on-site concrete drafting.
Prerequisite(s): TAR 2121C or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2543C - Structural Drafting II
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
An advanced course in structural drafting covering prestressed concrete drafting, structural steel drafting, and poured-on-site concrete drafting for large commercial and industrial buildings as well as bridges, parking decks, towers, and stadiums.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 2542 or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2571 - Construction Drafting
6 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A course to prepare students to develop shop drawings for large construction projects. Topics covered include: steel, precase concrete, prestressed concrete, poured-in-place concrete, and heavy timber construction projects.
Prerequisite(s): or ETD 1112 or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2731 - Mechanical Drafting II
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A course that continues and completes the student’s study of the fundamentals intrinsic to all types of drafting. Topics covered include isometric, diametric, trimetric, oblique, and perspective projection, descriptive geometry, auxiliary views, related mathematics, precision dimensioning developing computer-aided drafting skills.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1112 or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2735 - Mechanical Drafting III
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A course that continues and completes the student’s study of the fundamentals intrinsic to all types of drafting. Topics covered include: isometric, diametric, trimetric, oblique, and perspective projection, descriptive geometry, auxiliary views, related mathematics, and precision dimensioning developing computer-aided drafting skills.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 2218 or permission of instructor.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2802C - Technical Illustration II
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
The purpose of this course is to help students develop advanced skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary as technical illustrators, to include oblique, and axiometric projections, perspective and exploded pictorial drawings, and related techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ETD 1340C or equivalent.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2905 - Independent Study – Drafting
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Practical treatment of special geometry, graphics, and design with emphasis on individual work projects utilizing such graphical techniques as orthographic projection, perspective drawing, auxiliary views, topographic drawing, and graphing.
Prerequisite(s): EGS 1110C and ETD 1112 or permission of instructor.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETG 1941 - Internship
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
On-the-job training in the Applied Associate in Science degree program in which the student is actively enrolled. The student works under a qualified supervisor on a job related to his/her degree program. The supervisor will rate the student’s performance, knowledge, comprehension, dependability, initiative, cooperativeness, and total performance. A project paper or approved project will be submitted by the student two weeks prior to the end of the semester.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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DEP 2004 - Human Growth and Development
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
A research oriented course in human development, covering the life span of the human being from conception to death. Special emphasis placed upon the interrelationships of the stages of development of the normal person.
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DEP 2100 - Child Growth and Development
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course covers the growth and development of the child from conception through age five, including the physical, social, emotional and mental development of the young child, influence of environment, and principles and theories of development.
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EEC 1001 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
Study of principles and practices of programs for young children; current research in early childhood education, role of the teacher, and selection and use of equipment and materials for groups of young children.
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EEC 1002 - Early Childhood Program Administration
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course provides the student with management and administrative skills related to child care services. Instruction includes: director responsibilities; staff selection, supervision, and evaluation; planning for budget, nutritional services, facility maintenance, health, and safety; and marketing techniques.
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EEC 1201 - Infants and Toddlers
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course provides the student with information pertinent to the care of infants and toddlers. Special attention is given to selection of developmentally appropriate curriculum. Course work satisfies the Child Development Associate competency standards for Infant/Toddler.
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EEC 1309 - Early Childhood Education Foundations
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Summer, Spring)
Study of the techniques of using language arts, science, art, social studies, music, mathematics, and physical activities with young children.
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EEC 1401 - The Family In Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course is comprehensive in scope, emphasizing skills and concepts of parenting which include: adjustment to parental roles; parent-child communication, care, growth, and development of children; cultivating strong families; special concerns; alternative family structures; educational institutions working effectively with parents; and agencies and legislation affecting children and parents.
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EEC 1601 - Assessment in Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Designed to increase objectivity and proficiency in observing and interpreting children’s behavior in addition to increase awareness of normative patterns of children from birth through five years of age.
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EEC 1750 - Guidance for Young Children
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring Summer)
A study of principles, methods, guidance and discipline techniques used to promote positive social development in young children; influence of environment and developmental level of child on social behavior.
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EEC 1949 - Internship, Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
On-the-job training (OJT) in the Associate in Science degree program in which the student is enrolled. The student is under the supervision, at work, of a qualified supervisor appointed by the respective agency, who works with the NWFSC instructor regarding student’s OJT objectives based on student’s goals and prior training. The supervisor will rate the student’s performance, knowledge, comprehension, dependability, initiative, cooperativeness based on OJT performance. NWFSC instructor will evaluate student OJT experience in consultation with agency supervisor regarding OJT performance and project paper on approved project submitted two weeks prior to close of semester. This course may be repeated four times for a total of 12 semester hours.
Prereq/Corequisites: DEP 2100 , and EEC 1309 or EEC 1201 .
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EEC 2218 - Instructional Strategies in Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Study of and development of effective skills and techniques used in program planning and use of creative media for young children.
Prerequisite(s): EEC 1309 .
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EEC 2220 - Language and Literacy Instruction In Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
Study of the principles, methods, and materials used to assist young children acquire basic skills to use language effectively and competently; evaluation and development of appropriate teaching materials to use with young children.
Prerequisite(s): EEC 1309 .
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EEC 2222 - Math and Science Instruction In Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Spring and as needed)
Study of the basic concepts, methods, and materials of mathematics and science appropriate to the education of young children. Identification of the role of staff members in the center for the education of young children. Assignment with young children in community agencies.
Prerequisite(s): EEC 1309 .
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EEC 2732 - Child Nutrition, Health and Safety
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Methods of meeting physical needs of young children through nutrition and good health practices. Recognition of childhood diseases and care of the handicapped child.
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EEC 2930 - Child Development Seminar
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course focuses on current trends and issues in the field of early childhood education. The topic will vary based on current trends and issues.
This course may be taken up to three times for credit.
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EEC 3213 - Teaching the Language Arts In Early Childhood Education
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on the development of language and literacy in children ages birth through age four. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the process of emergent literacy including vocabulary and language, phonological awareness, print knowledge and comprehension; and on designing a developmentally appropriate language arts program in relation to the early learning and developmental standards. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.
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EEC 3227 - Art, Music, and Movement
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on developing an understanding of the creative developmental process in the life of children from birth through four years old. Emphasis will be placed on the teacher’s role in developing opportunities and materials for young children to express themselves creatively through music, drama, dance and two- and three-dimensional art and on providing varied opportunities for young children to gain an appreciation of art, music, drama, and dance in ways that reflect cultural diversity in relation to the early learning and developmental standards. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.
Offered as EEC 3243 Fall 2013 only.
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EEC 3243 - Art, Music, and Movement
3 Credit Hours
(Offered Fall 2013 only)
See EEC 3227
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EEC 3320 - Principles and Methods for Teaching Early Childhood Social Studies
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course is designed to prepare students to teach social studies In the early childhood classroom. Emphasis is on implementing the project approach to investigate components of social studies to include: individual development and identity; people, places, and environments, technology and our world; and civic ideals and practices. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards relevant to this content area.
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EEC 3511 - Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on the design, implementation and evaluation of programming and curriculum that promotes growth and development of young children birth to three years old and aligns with the early learning and developmental standards. Study of typical and atypical development will be included. Emphasis will be on working effectively with families of infants and toddlers.
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EEC 3524 - Professionalism/Program Development
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Focus of this course will be on management and leadership in early childhood education programs. Topics will include mentoring adults, professional development, staff assessment, program evaluation, and child advocacy. Career options in the field of early childhood education will be explored. This course will require observing and participating in a program or agency related to early childhood education.
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EEC 4404 - Families and Diversity
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course will focus on building positive relationships with families through communication and involvement. Focus will include developing an awareness of diversity and multicultural considerations in working with families of young children. The course will explore the role of the family and the influence of the community on the development of young children in a diverse society; and will prepare the student to work effectively with families and communities.
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EEC 4421 - Teaching Math and Science in Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on developing an understanding of how concepts, skills and attitudes in early childhood mathematics and science are developed in young children ages birth through age four. Math topics will include number sense and operations, patterns, geometry, and measurement. Science topics will include scientific inquiry, physical science, life science and earth science. Emphasis will be on the alignment of the Early Learning and Developmental Standards with a developmentally appropriate approach to teaching math and science in the early childhood classroom. This course will require observing and participating in an early childhood classroom.
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EEC 4613 - Systematic Observation and Assessment
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on understanding the purpose of child assessment, implementing developmentally appropriate practices in formal and informal child assessment, and using assessment results to support learning, to identify special needs, to evaluate programs, and to respond to program accountability requirements. A field experience is required to practice various methods of assessment in an early childhood setting.
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ESC 1000 - Earth Science
4 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course provides an introduction to materials, processes, and interactions of Earth’s global environments – the lithosphere (solid earth), hydrosphere (water earth), atmosphere (gaseous earth), and biosphere (living earth). It also includes a survey of sciences pertaining to the Earth, including basic astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, and geology.
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ESC 1000L - Earth Science Lab
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Laboratory experiences pertaining to the physical environment: observation, measurement, data analysis, mapping, map interpretation, and properties of earth materials. This is an optional course serving students who transfer to universities which require a laboratory course to satisfy the General Education requirement in Physical Science.
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ECO 2013 - Economics I
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, or as needed)
This course covers macroeconomics, its basic concepts and principles, national income accounting; fiscal and monetary policy and application, and growth economics. Basic math skills are required.
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ECO 2023 - Economics II
3 Credit Hours
(Spring, or as needed)
This course covers microeconomics, including economic structures, price theory, factor markets, and general equilibrium. It also includes the economics of information, externalities, and other current national and international issues.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 2013 or equivalent.
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EDE 4223 - Integrating Art, Music, and Physical Education
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This integrative course provides students with critical understanding of art, music, and physical education. Emphasis is placed on the effective integrative lesson planning and modeling techniques to art, music, and physical education in elementary schools. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDE 4226C - Integrated Language Arts, Social Science and Literature
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to prepare candidates to teach language arts and social science in elementary classrooms. Teacher candidates will develop units of study that integrate literature, language arts, with social science content. Emphasis is on constructivist principles and methodology. Teacher candidates will plan and deliver standards-based language arts and social science lessons designed to meet the needs of diverse learners including English language learners (ELLs) and students with exceptionalities. This course requires 18 hours of field experience in a K-6 classroom setting. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the district in which the field experience will take place is required for this course. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDE 4930C - Seminar in Elementary Education
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to prepare the pre-service teacher to transition into the workplace. Includes resume writing, professional dress and demeanor, interview techniques, refining professional portfolio, class discussion of issues common to teacher interns, and review strategies for certification exams. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDF 1005 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
A study of the history, philosophy and social context of education. The course will help the student think critically about the process of education and his/her role as an educator. During a thirty-hour field experience, the student will observe and participate in the educational settings of local schools. An additional fingerprinting cost may be associated with this course. This course requires a minimum grade of “C” if used to meet state prerequisite requirements for entry into a Bachelor of Teacher Education program.
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EDF 2085 - Introduction to Diversity for Educators
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course will provide the student with the opportunity to explore personal values and attitudes toward cultural diversity. Designed for the prospective educator, the theoretical component will examine the issues of teaching in culturally diverse classrooms. A thirty-hour field experience and examination of educational materials will enhance the student’s understanding of multiculturalism. This course requires a minimum grade of “C” if used to meet state prerequisite requirements for entry into a Bachelor of Teacher Education program. An additional fingerprinting cost may be associated with this course.
❖This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.
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EDF 3214 - Human Development and Learning
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This course is designed to cover the principles of learning and student development with applications to learning/teaching situations. Identification and analysis of students’ academic, physical, cognitive, emotional, motivational, and social development is to be emphasized. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDF 3430 - Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment in Education
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This course studies the basic principles and methods of measurement, evaluation, and methods of test construction. Students will interpret standardized test scores, construct teacher-made tests and other classroom assessments, and evaluate portfolio and performance assessment. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDF 3910A - Projects in Teacher Education
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Directed study and individual projects designed to meet the needs of Teacher Education students completing an artifact required in the B.S.E. program. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
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EDF 3910P - Projects in Teacher Education – Field Placement
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Directed study and individual projects designed to meet the needs of Teacher Education students completing field experience in the B.S.E. program. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
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EDF 3911 - Independent Research in Teacher Education
2 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Directed study and individual projects designed to meet the needs of students completing field experience and artifact required in the B.S.E. program. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
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EDG 3343 - Instructional Strategies
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course provides an overview of instructional models and strategies. Emphasis is placed on principles of state standards, instructional methods, and lesson planning and instruction. Students will develop knowledge of instructional models and lesson plan construction for effective implementation including the diverse student populations. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C
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EDG 3410 - Classroom Management, School Safety, Law, and Ethics
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring) Online Only
Pre-service teachers are provided strategies for managing a safe, stimulating learning environment for all learners. This course emphasizes school safety, law, and ethics as they apply to schools, districts, and the learning environment. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. This course is restricted to practicing teachers.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.
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EDG 3410C - Classroom Management, School Safety, Law, and Ethics
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Pre-service teachers are provided strategies for managing a safe, stimulating learning environment for all learners. This course emphasizes school safety, law, and ethics as they apply to schools, districts, and the learning environment. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
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EDG 4940 - Internship
9 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Supervised teaching in a public or private school. Student teaching assignments will be made by the department of teacher education field placement coordinator. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing with permission of department chair.
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EEX 2010 - Introduction to Exceptional Children
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Study of incidence, nature, etiology and services available in connection with exceptional children including: hearing and speech problems, learning disabilities, mental retardation, blind, physically handicapped, gifted, emotional conflicts, and parents of exceptional children.
❖This college credit course qualifies as having an international and/or diversity focus for Teacher Education Programs common prerequisites.
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EEX 3070 - Methods of Inclusion and Collaboration
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This course examines the basic identification techniques and strategies used to promote academic and social integration and interaction of “mainstreamed” exceptional students. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EEX 3603 - Classroom Management in Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Offered Fall 2013 only)
See EEX 3604
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EEX 3604 - Classroom Management in Early Childhood Education
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course is on implementing effective classroom management practices including establishing an appropriate physical environment, setting up appropriate classroom routines and rules and creating a positive classroom community. Emphasis will be on strategies for guiding children’s behavior, teaching social problem-solving skills and responding appropriately to challenging behaviors.
Offered as EEX 3603 Fall 2013 only.
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EEX 4201 - Young Children with Special Needs
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The focus of this course will be on working with young children birth through age four in an inclusive early childhood classroom. Emphasis will be on identifying typical and atypical development, creating an inclusive early childhood learning environment, understanding special education law, developing an awareness of resources for inclusive practice to meet the needs of young children and their families.
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EME 2040 - Introduction to Technology for Educators
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring Summer)
This course will develop competencies necessary to integrate technology into classroom instruction. Students will survey a variety of instructional technology materials, software, and systems, as well as learn to use these in the classroom environment. This course requires a minimum grade of “C” if used to meet state prerequisite requirements for entry into a Bachelor of Teacher Education program.
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EME 3410C - Integrating Technology in the Classroom
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
In this course students will learn how to design a technology-rich classroom while contemplating the changing role of the teacher as a mentor/guide and student as a self-directed learner. Students will explore models of technology integration, classroom management, and administrative tasks that can be performed more efficiently using technology and learn strategies to select software and deal with legal and ethical issues when planning for technology integration. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3343 and EDG 3410C
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LAE 4343C - Writing Across the Curriculum
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course prepares pre-service teachers by developing an understanding of the foundations of writing through the use of writers workshops and instructional strategies necessary to provide adequate instruction to emergent, novice, and transitional writers. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 3309C - Early and Emergent Literacy K-2
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to increase the understanding of early literacy development and the conditions which promote total literacy from birth through lower elementary grades. Language theory and current research are used to shape informed practices regarding literacy development. Connections are made among all aspects of literacy learning: reading, writing, listening, speaking and attitude development. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 3324C - Teaching in the Middle Grades Curriculum
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course presents theory and methodology for teaching reading at the middle school level with emphasis on strategies for vocabulary and comprehension, evaluating student progress in reading, and integrating reading and study skills into content area instruction across the middle school curriculum. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 3335C - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course addresses strategies, materials, and skills for teaching reading in content areas. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): RED 3324C and upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 3511C - Intermediate Literacy 3-6: Reading and Thinking
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course combines the theory and practice in the teaching of reading/literacy in the elementary intermediate grades. Procedures for meeting individual differences, differentiated instruction, selected use of materials, and classroom organizations will be examined. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): RED 3309C and upperdivision standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 4312 - Integration of Assessment into Classroom Reading
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This course introduces formal and informal methods and materials used to identify reading strengths and weaknesses of students. Emphasis is placed on integrating assessments into the curriculum to strengthen instructional strategies and student success. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): RED 3309C , RED 3511C and upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 4519C - Diagnostic and Instructional Interventions in Reading
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course introduces formal and informal methods and materials used to identify reading strengths and weaknesses of students. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis of reading problems, administration of assessments, evaluation of results and planning instructional interventions to remediate reading difficulties. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): RED 3309C , RED 3511C and upperdivision standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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RED 4854C - Reading Field Experience
2 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course provides application of knowledge of reading development to reading instruction. Emphasis is placed on increased reading proficiency for struggling students, including students with disabilities and students from diverse populations. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing with permission of department chair.
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SCE 3350C - Principles and Methods for Teaching Science K-8
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course provides techniques, methods and materials of instruction for teaching science in grades K-8. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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SCE 4930C - Seminar in Science Education
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to prepare the pre-service teacher to transition into the workplace, and includes resume writing, professional dress and demeanor, interview techniques, refining professional portfolio, class discussion of issues common to teacher interns in science, and review strategies for certification exams. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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SCE 4940C - Teaching Methods in Middle Grades Science Field Experience
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
In this course, students will apply knowledge of teaching strategies, methods and materials for teaching science in a middle school classroom. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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TSL 3081C - TESOL Issues and Practice
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to integrate the theories and principles of the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages and applying them to classroom instruction. ESOL methodology and curriculum will be emphasized as they relate to current best practice in ESOL instruction. The student will increase and apply knowledge and skills in the Uniform Core Curriculum relevant to this content area. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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TSL 4140C - ESOL Methods, Curriculum and Assessment
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to build on the candidate’s knowledge of applied linguistics and cross cultural communication. Candidates will extend their understanding of the role of language and culture in the classroom. This course will prepare candidates for effective planning, instruction, and assessment of ELLs in the classroom. This course requires a minimum grade of “C”. Current background check (fingerprinting) acceptable to the District in which the field experience will take place is required for this course. Requires an 18 hour field experience working with ELLs in a classroom setting.
Prerequisite(s): TSL 3081C and upper division standing
Prereq/Corequisites: EDG 3410C and EDG 3343
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EDP 2002 - Educational Psychology
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Significant aspects of the growth and development of children and youth, including physical, social, and intellectual developments as they affect behavior patterns. Psychology as applied in improving the learning process.
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Environmental Sciences |
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EVR 1940 - Internship, Environmental Science
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This is an individualized course that provides the student with supervised, environmental science research experience. The student will work with a qualified supervisor on an approved project related to his or her interest in environmental science in a professional setting. The supervisor will evaluate the student’s performance. Students will also meet several times throughout the semester with the professor to gain experience with job-ready skills, such as building a resume to highlight the internship experience, participating in mock job interviews, and developing a poster of individual research projects.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “B” in any college level science course; permission of instructor
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EVS 1001C - Environmental Sciences
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A study of the physical and biological environment and man’s ecology with emphasis upon contemporary biological problems.
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EET 1084C - Introduction to Electronics
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course introduces the fundamentals, terminology, and applications used in the electronics industry. The topic coverage will include circuit theory principles, electronic components, transistor usage, amplifiers, power supplies, digital logic techniques, and electronic instruments. The course will also include some basic laboratory exercises to strengthen the topic coverage as it pertains to measurement involving both analog and digital circuits.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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ETD 2371C - Rapid Prototyping I
3 Credit Hours
This course is under development.
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ETD 2372C - Rapid Prototyping II
3 Credit Hours
This course is under development.
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ETM 1010C - Mechanical Measurement and Instrumentation
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course provides the foundation for mechanical and electronic measurement techniques used in manufacturing environments. The course will integrate the concepts, principles, and techniques of mechanical measurement with the use of various types of instruments including micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gages, digital multimeters and other types of measuring equipment.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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English |
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CRW 2001 - Creative Writing I
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Instruction and practice in writing various forms of poetry, short story, drama, and/or other modes and in submitting for publication.
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CRW 2002 - Creative Writing II
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Advanced work in poetry and prose modes. Student creativity in prose, poetry, and drama. Students submit creative work to publisher market.
Prerequisite(s): CRW 2001 or equivalent or demonstrated publication at equivalent or higher level.
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CRW 2100 - Introduction to Fiction Writing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course offers extensive practice writing fiction. Students will develop a body of original creative work under the supervision of the instructor and will submit works for publication. Upon agreement with the instructor, students may elect to develop either individual short stories or novel chapters with synopsis.
Prerequisite(s): none, but CRW 2001 and CRW 2002 recommended.
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CRW 2300 - Introduction to Poetry Writing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course offers extensive practice writing poetry. Students will develop a body of original creative work under the supervision of the instructor and will submit works for publication.
Prerequisite(s): none, but CRW 2001 and CRW 2002 recommended.
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CRW 2302 - Intermediate Poetry Writing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course builds on poetry writing skills developed in CRW 2300 . Students will examine styles and techniques of contemporary poets and develop a portfolio of original work with attention to the revision process. Students will submit work for publication.
Prerequisite(s): CRW 2300 .
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CRW 2600 - Writing Scripts for Film and Television
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course offers an introduction to the theory and practice of writing scripts for television and film. Students will develop a body of original work with a goal toward publication.
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ENC 0015 - College Preparatory English I
4 College Prep Credits
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is designed to develop written language skills for students whose entry level placement scores do not meet requirements for degree credit (not applicable for degree completion). Basic sentence structure, paragraph organization, grammatical concepts, usage, and elementary punctuation will be emphasized. Approximately one-half of instruction will be focused on composing coherent, well-structured paragraphs. Placement is determined by a score of 50-89 on the PERT. Students must pass this class with a “C” or better to move on to ENC 0025 .
Corequisite(s): SLS 1101 .
* College preparatory credits may not be counted toward fulfilling the number of credits required for a degree.
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ENC 0025 - College Preparatory English II
4 College Prep Credits
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is designed to develop written language skills for students whose entry level placement scores do not meet requirements for degree credit (not applicable for degree completion). The course includes practice in writing paragraphs and essays, and provides a survey of grammar and mechanics with emphasis on the State Exit Test skills. Placement is determined (1) by a grade of “C” or better in ENC 0015 or (2) by a score of 90-98 on the PERT or (3) on an elective basis with a score of 99 or higher on the PERT.
* College preparatory credits may not be counted toward fulfilling the number of credits required for a degree.
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ENC 0055 - Developmental Writing (15 Hours)
1 College Prep Credit
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is designed to develop written language skills for students whose entry placement scores do not meet requirements for degree credit courses (not applicable for degree completion). Conducted in a lab setting, this course is self-paced, designed to allow students to focus on their individual grammar, usage, and writing needs to prepare for successful entry into college credit English. This course may be taken in place of ENC 0025 if a student has passed a minimum of 7 of the 9 competencies assessed on the PERT Diagnostic exam. Students must pass the class with a “C” or better and obtain a passing score on the end of course exam.
Prerequisite(s): Students must score 93-98 on the PERT AND pass 7 or more modules on the PERT Diagnostic Exam at a score of 80% or higher.
* College preparatory credits may not be counted toward fulfilling the number of credits required for a degree.
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ENC 0056 - Developmental Writing (30 Hours)
2 College Prep Credits
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is designed to develop written language skills for students whose entry placement scores do not meet requirements for degree credit courses (not applicable for degree completion). Conducted in a lab setting, this course is self-paced course, designed to allow students to focus on their individual grammar, usage, and writing needs to prepare for successful entry into college credit English courses (not applicable for degree completion). This course may be taken in place of ENC 0025 if a student has passed a minimum of 5 of the 9 competencies assessed on the PERT Diagnostic exam. Students must pass the class with a “C” or better and obtain a passing score on the end of course exam.
Prerequisite(s): Students must score 93-98 on the PERT AND pass 5 or more modules on the PERT Diagnostic Exam at a score of 80% or higher.
* College preparatory credits may not be counted toward fulfilling the number of credits required for a degree.
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ENC 1101 - English Composition I
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Instruction and intensive practice in expository and argumentative writing including a documented paper. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.
Prerequisite(s): a passing score on a standardized placement test measuring communications/verbal achievement or successful completion of ENC 0025 and REA 0017 .
▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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ENC 1102 - English Composition II
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Interpretative and critical reading of fiction, drama, and poetry. The student will write analytic discourse and research papers as part of the essay process. This is a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. A minimum grade of “C” is required if used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education.
Prerequisite(s): completion of ENC 1101 or an equivalent course with a grade of “C” or better.
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ENC 2210 - Technical Report Writing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The course covers the fundamentals of technical report writing, mechanics, and style. Various types of reports are prepared and evaluated. The course also includes reading and analysis of technical literature as well as oral reporting.
Prerequisite(s): passing score on placement test.
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ENG 1001 - Research Papers
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
A learn-by-doing course in the methods of conducting library research and writing a documented paper. Students will work in the library on self-selected subjects under the supervision and guidance of the instructor in a tutorial relationship. For successful completion, each student will write a documented paper in accordance with a standard system. This course may be taken four times for credit.
This course may be used as a Gordon Rule writing course and is part of the college’s Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program. Students may use this course to satisfy deficiency in the Gordon Rule writing requirement, but it may not be used in lieu of traditional Gordon Rule courses, such as ENC 1101.
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LIN 1670 - Writing and Grammar
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
The course includes practice in writing short essays and encompasses a comprehensive review of grammar and mechanics. Placement is determined by (1) a grade of “C” or better in ENC 0025 or (2) by a score of 99 or above on the PERT. This course is strongly recommended for students scoring 99-112 on the PERT.
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