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ENGL 105 Technical Communications (3 credits)
This course concentrates on business correspondence, informal report writing, technical communication, job preparation, and oral presentation. (F, S, Su, O)
ENGL 110 College Composition I (3)
An introduction to college-level writing as a process of drafting, revising and editing. This course emphasizes critical reading, writing, thinking and research skills as students write for a variety of audiences and purposes. Students will receive guided instruction in the writing process as they begin writing based on personal experiences. An introduction to proper crediting of source material and research will occur toward the end of the course. Prerequisite: Placement test. (F, S, Su, O) ND:ENGL
ENGL 120 College Composition II (3)
Continued practice of college-level writing process and strategies, building on skills learned in English 110. This course refines critical reading, writing, thinking and research skills. Students will practice summary and analysis of texts, as well as synthesizing information from primary and secondary sources. Writing assignments will emphasize logical argument,persuasion and collaboration. Major assignments will require proper crediting of source material and research. Prerequisite: English 110. (F, S, Su, O) ND:ENGL
ENGL 125 Introduction to Professional Writing (3)
Advanced practice in college-level writing which emphasizes writing and research in professional settings. Prerequisite: English 110. (F, S, O) ND:ENGL
ENGL 207 Language Studies: Conversational English and American Studies (3)
Assistance in improving English language skills, including listening, speaking, reading and writing for non-native speakers. Also meant to introduce non-native speakers to the culture of the United States through literature, history, music and art. Most important will be the development of spoken English language skills. (F)
ENGL 211 Introduction to Creative Writing (3)
A flexible, introductory workshop course that will introduce students to various genres of creative writing including fiction, poetry, drama and many of the genres found in creative nonfiction. This course concentrates on the techniques, the process and the products valuable to writers of creative writing by providing creative literary works for students to read, respond to, and discuss. (Every second year, S, alternates with Intro to Novel.) ND:HUM
ENGL 220 Introduction to Literature (3)
Introduction to Literature studies conventions and characteristics of three genres of literature (fiction, poetry, and drama) and is particularly recommended for students new to the study of literature. Students study terminology and literary concepts in order to interpret, analyze, and critically evaluate selections from stories, poems, and plays. (F) ND:HUM
ENGL 221 Introduction to Drama (3)
Reading and discussion of representative dramatic works from ancient Greek times to the present. (Every second year, F) ND:HUM
ENGL 222 Introduction to Poetry (2-3)
An examination of poetic forms including the uses of figurative language and the techniques of rhythm and meter. The third credit is optional and requires a major research project. (Every second year, F, alternates with Drama) ND:HUM
ENGL 223 Introduction to the Novel (3)
The study of long works of fiction illustrating the history of the form, its purposes and its audiences. (Every second year, S) ND:HUM
ENGL 232 Mythology (2-3)
The study of representative myths, legends and folklore from various cultures with emphasis upon the literary aspects of myth. Standard Greek and Roman myths will be covered as well as significant myths from other cultures. The third credit is optional and requires a major research project. (S) ND:HUM
ENGL 236 Women and Literature (3)
The study of literary texts by and about women including gender roles as a literary theme. (Either F, S or Su) ND:HUM
ENGL 240 World Literature Masterpieces (3)
World Literature explores the literature of varied cultures from ancient to modern times. Readings include selected works from many cultures, genres and epochs including selections from India, Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas. (S, O) ND:HUM
ENGL 278 Alternative Literature (3)
An introductory survey to literature falling outside the norm of established/mainstream literature, to include, but not limited to short stories, novellas, plays, poems, and non-fiction. This course emphasizes critical reading, writing, thinking, and research skills as students read, write, and respond to literature written, distributed, published, or viewed as an alternative perspective. (Every other Spring) ND:HUM
ENGL X92 Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
ENGL 299 Special Topics (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs.
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