ENGL 1000 - Introduction to Composition

(3 Units) Introduction to academic writing. Instruction is based on the Competencies for First-Year Composition with particular emphasis on reading skills as well as focus, development, organization, and control of language for sentences, paragraphs, and essays.

ENGL 1001 - First-Year Composition

(3 Units) A course in reading and writing expository essays. In addition to writing essays, students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to write informative summaries of university-level writing. (Formerly Freshman Composition) Satisfies G.E. area A2. Prerequisites: EPT score of T148 or above, or recommendation from a prebaccalaureate course. (Fall, Spring)

ENGL 1002 - First-Year Composition Computer-Assisted Instruction

(4 Units) A course in reading and writing expository essays. In addition to writing essays, students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to write informative summaries of university-level writing. Class incorporates use of word-processing, e-mail, and Internet/World-Wide Web technologies. No previous computer experience is required; one hour per week computer lab time. Satisfies G.E. area A2.

ENGL 2000 - Critical Inquiry

(3 Units) The focus of this course is critical thinking, with emphasis split between receptive (reading/listening) and active (writing) exercises. Students will be expected to analyze arguments of others and to produce defensible arguments of their own, both in analytical summaries and in original argumentative essays. Emphasizes the difference between good and bad arguments, as well as the distinction between significant and trivial positions on issues. Satisfies G.E. area A3. Prerequisites: ENGL 1001, or 1002, or equivalent. (Fall, Spring)

ENGL 3000 - Intermediate Composition

(3 Units) Course designed to help students further develop their abilities in addressing the complexity of a topic, developing an argument, organizing information, and controlling language. Students successfully completing the course and the final examination will be eligible to register for Writing Proficiency courses. Prerequisites: Two unsuccessful attempts on the Writing Proficiency Screening Test (WPST).

ENGL 3009 - Writing for Teachers (WP)

(3 Units) Designed to renew a student’s confidence and develop an identity as a writer. Also explores various strategies to help build a strong foundation for teaching writing at all levels. Open only to Liberal Studies and English majors. (Formerly Applied Writing) Satisfies upper-division writing proficiency requirement. Prerequisites: Completion of the Writing Proficiency Screening Test with a passing score; and ENGL 1001, or 1002 and 2000, or equivalents. (Fall, Spring)

ENGL 5000 - Graduate Studies: Critical Theory and Research

(3 Units) Theory of literary criticism, from classicism to postmodernity. Modern approaches and methods in the study of the uses of language and literature. Bibliographical resources and methods for graduate work in English. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of English Graduate Coordinator.

ENGL 5001 - Graduate Studies: History and Research Methods in Composition/Rhetoric

(3 Units) Focuses on many theories of rhetoric which underlie contemporary classroom practices in the teaching of writing. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with some issues in the field of composition by examining current theories, research, and pedagogy. Required for all students electing the rhetoric and teaching of writing concentration. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of English Graduate Coordinator.

ENGL 5010 - Seminar: Composition/Rhetoric

(3 Units) Emphasis will be on rhetorical theories and composition studies. Topics for this seminar may vary from semester to semester. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of English Graduate Coordinator.

ENGL 5894 - Teaching Composition and Literature

(3 Units) Practical application of literary and composition theory and research. For those who plan to teach at the college level. Pre- or corequisite for teaching assistantships. (Formerly ENGL 5940) Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.