REA 0017 - College Preparatory Reading II

3 College Prep Credits
(Fall, Spring, Summer)

This course is designed to increase the student’s ability to comprehend college level written material (not applicable for degree completion). Conducted in a lecture/lab setting, this course emphasizes the development of the higher level reading skills and vocabulary needed for literal and critical interpretation of passages similar to those used in college textbooks. Students may exit from College Preparatory Reading II only after passing the course work and obtaining a passing score on the State Reading Comprehension test. Placement is determined (1) by a grade of “C” or better in REA 0007 or (2) by a score of 84-103 on the PERT or (3) on an elective basis with a score of 104 or higher on the PERT.

* College preparatory credits may not be counted toward fulfilling the number of credits required for a degree.