ENG 101 - English Composition I
Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3
Description: This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate reading and multimedia selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of the basic techniques of research are also presented.
Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100 or ENG 165 and RDG 100 with a minimum grade of C.
Course Topics:
- Rhetorical Structure
- Thesis Statements
- Essay Support and Development
- Synthesis of Secondary Sources
- MLA Guidelines for Format and Research
- Standard English Usage
- Timed In-class Writing
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Chaser’s Bark Shop website
Required Materials:
Access to a computer with Windows 2000 or newer (compatible with Microsoft 2007) and Internet access. Please note that many instructors will not accept assignments that are not formatted as .doc or .docx
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify, follow, and reflect on a writing process.
- Organize and structure essays and assignments.
- Use conventions of widely accepted English and other conventions as appropriate for the context.
- Locate and incorporate appropriate research according to formatting guidelines.
- Identify audience, purpose, and context in compositions.
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- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
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- Proctored Exams
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Official Course Syllabus
2026-2027
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