ENC 1102 College Composition II
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC 1101
Successful completion of ENC 1102 should enable the student to communicate through writing which demonstrates adequate content development, effective organization, sound logic, audience awareness in choice of vocabulary, and appropriate tone, unified and coherent style, and fluent use of Standard English; demonstrate critical thinking skills to derive clear understanding of the basic ideas and attitudes expressed in selected reading, thinking and writing skills in four important college-level processes _ summarizing, synthesizing, critiquing, and writing impromptu essays; write a correctly documented research paper; demonstrate a mastery of CLAST grammar and writing competencies in the revising and editing processes. Gordon Rule word requirement: 6,000 words.

ENC 1141 Introduction to Literature
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC 1102
This course is an introduction to literature. Students read short stories, novels, poems, and plays by noted writers of American and other world cultures. Through lectures, class discussions, and films, students acquire an historical perspective of literature, gain knowledge of literary terms, participate in class discussions about selected works, and write original compositions about literary topics. This course
enables students to interpret literature, find in it new resources for personal enrichment, and develop skills in writing about abstract themes and ideas. This course fulfills the AA degree requirement for 9 semester hours of English; it may not be used to satisfy any humanities requirement. Gordon Rule word requirement: 6,000 words.

ENC 2210 Introduction to Technical and Professional Writing
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC 1101
Students preparing for careers in business, industry, or government receive instruction in the specialized skills of technical and professional writing. Through familiarity with long and short reports, graphic illustrations, and directions and instructions, students develop criteria for judging and producing technical and professional writing. Controlled group work, oral presentations, and practice in resume writing and interviewing can build confidence as students acquire the skills needed to make them competitive as promotable employees.

ENL 2000 Survey of British Literature: Beginnings to 18th Century
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC1102
This course is designed as a survey to acquaint students with the literary history of Great Britain from its beginnings to the eighteenth century. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students will study major works and their authors in relation to historical as well as literary trends. This course will begin with the Old English period and continue through the 18th Century. The student may take this course in sequence with ENL2022 or individually. Gordon Rule word requirement: 3,000 words.

ENL 2022 Survey of British Literature: 19th and 20th Centuries
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC1102
This course is designed as a survey to acquaint students with the literary history of Great Britain during the 19th and 20th centuries. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students will study major works and their authors in relation to historical as well as literary trends. This course will specifically examine the 19th century Romantics, Victorians, and 20th Century works. The student may take this course in sequence with ENL2000 or individually. Gordon Rule word requirement: 3,000 words.

FIL 1000 Introduction to Film
3 hrs., 3 credits.
FIL 1000 is an introduction to film. While students will become knowledgeable about the technical aspects of film making, the emphasis will be on film appreciation. The objectives are to increase visual literacy, acquaint students with the history of cinema, and provide them with the vocabulary and methods to critically analyze films. Students will view and discuss representative short and feature-length films, read critical articles, write film reviews, and make a short film. They will also compare and contrast film with drama and other literary forms. All of these activities are designed to increase students' knowledge of how film communicates and their appreciation of cinema as a unique art form.

LIT 1201 Current Interest Themes in Literature
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC 1102
This course is a survey of literature forms dealing with a specific theme. Themes of interest such as "Women in Literature," "Science Fiction Literature," "Detective Literature," or "American Western Literature" will serve as a basis for this course. Students will read, analyze, discuss, and prepare written assignments based upon poetry, short story, novel, and drama selections that deal with the theme selected. Themes will be selected and announced on an annual basis. The course may be repeated for credit each time the theme topic is changed. (This course is offered periodically as student interest suggests need.) Gordon Rule word requirement: 6,000

LIT 2090 Contemporary Literature
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENC 1102
This course is a study of literary movements of social significance since the 1960's. Students will read and discuss modern literary works (novels, short stories,  essays, etc.), often relating them to such themes as clashes of culture and counter-culture, gender issues, and multi-ethic awareness. (This course is offered periodically as student interest suggests need.) Gordon Rule word requirement: 3,000

The following ESL courses have been developed for those students whose native language is not English. Students whose native language is not English are strongly advised to take these courses before attempting core program courses. Students whose native language is not English may use these courses in lieu of college preparatory courses if testing mandates. These courses are also available to any student having difficulty with the English language.

ESL 0202 ESL Communications IV
3 hr., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed to improve communications skills for high intermediate ESL students. The focus is on improving listening and speaking skills in both informal and formal English. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0222 ESL Reading IV
3 hr., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for high intermediate ESL students. Focus is on improving vocabulary, comprehension , and reading skills. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0242 ESL Writing IV
3 hr., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for high intermediate ESL students. Emphasis is on using the writing process to develop ideas using well-structured paragraphs and five-paragraph essays. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0262 ESL Grammar IV
3 hr., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for high intermediate ESL students and continues the study of complex grammatical structures required for quality oral and written communication. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0301ESL Communications V
4 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course id designed to improve communications skills for low advanced ESL students focuses on improving listening and speaking skills, both informal and formal English. This course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0321ESL Reading V
4 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for low advanced level ESL students. Focus is on improving vocabulary, comprehension, and reading skills. This course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0341ESL Writing V
4 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for low advanced ESL students. Emphasis is on using the writing process to develop ideas in five-paragraph expository essays and to write a documented research paper. This course does not count toward graduation.

ESL 0361ESL Grammar V
4 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
This course is designed for low advanced ESL students continues the study of complex grammatical structures required for quality oral and written communication. This course does not count toward graduation.

   Students transferring to State universities should be aware that while the Articulation Agreement may guarantee admission into the university, admission into a specific college or program may be denied on the basis of the student not having completed a minimum requirement in a language. In addition, transferring students should be aware of the fact that many colleges and universities require at least one full year (two terms) of foreign language for graduation credit. For purposes of placement in our language classes, each year of high school language study is usually considered equivalent to one term of college language study.

FRE 1120 First Year French I
5 hrs., 5 credits.
This is the beginning course in the French language and culture. It will incorporate an extensive vocabulary through the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the context of various French culture experiences. A communicative approach to learning a language is the focus; students are encouraged to get involved with the language on a daily basis.

FRE 1121 First Year French II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: FRE 1120
This course is a continuation of FRE 1120. Students will continue their study of the language, incorporation additional vocabulary and structure to improve skills.

FRE 2200 Second Year French I
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: FRE 1121
This course is a progression from FRE 1121 with increased emphasis on communication skills, intermediate vocabulary and structure will be developed.

FRE 2201 Second Year French II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: FRE 2200
This course will intensify the students' knowledge and use of intermediate vocabulary and structure, advancing the development of listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.

GER 1120 First Year German I
5 hrs., 5 credits.
This is a beginning course in the German language and culture. It will incorporate an extensive vocabulary through the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills within the context of various German cultural experiences. A communicative approach to learning a language is the focus; students are encouraged to get involved with the language on a daily basis.

GER 1121 First Year German II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: GER 1120
This course is a continuation of GER 1120. Students will continue their study of the language, incorporation additional vocabulary and structure to improve skills.

GER 2200 Second Year German I
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: GER 1121
This course is a progression from GER 1121 with increased emphasis on communication skills. Intermediate vocabulary and structure will be developed.

GER 2201 Second Year German II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: GER 2200
This course will intensify the students' knowledge and use of intermediate vocabulary and structure, advancing the development of listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.

SPN 1120 First Year Spanish I
5 hrs., 5 credits.
This is a beginning course in the Spanish language and culture. It will incorporate and extensive vocabulary through the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the context of various Spanish cultural experiences. A communicative approach to learning a language is the focus; students are encouraged to get involved with the language on a daily basis.

SPN 1121 First Year Spanish II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: SPN 1120
This course is a continuation of SPN 1120. Students will continue their study of the language, incorporation additional vocabulary and structure to improve skills.

SPN 2200 Second Year Spanish I
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: SPN 1121
This course is a progression from SPN 1121 with increased emphasis on communication skills. Intermediate vocabulary and structure will be developed.

SPN 2200 Second Year Spanish II
5 hrs., 5 credits. Prerequisite: SPN 2200
This course will intensify the students' knowledge and use of intermediate  vocabulary and structure, advancing the development of listening, speaking reading writing and culture.