ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours
27 Lab hours ENGL 125
Grammar and Usage (Formerly ENGL 025)
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course explores parts of speech, varieties of sentence structures, common grammar and usage prob- lems, and how to apply these issues to real-world communications. It is designed for students who wish to
expand their knowledge of stan- dard American English and thereby increase their skill in the written and spoken language. It is especially help- ful for students planning to go into teaching.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours ENGL 126
Languages of the World
(Formerly ANTHR/ENGL 126, ANTHR/ ENGL 126)
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU
This is a linguistics course which covers the major languages families of the world and representative languages from those families. It presents the phonology, morphol- ogy, syntax, and pragmatics of these languages. It is specifically targeted at those who will be working with non- native speakers of English in order to equip them to recognize the cross-lin- guistic influences of other languages on English, thus preparing them to communicate more effectively with their clients and/or students and to assess the linguistic and sociolinguis- tic factors which affect communica- tion. This course is useful for majors in foreign language, anthropology, communications, health science, and English, and especially for those plan- ning to enter elementary and second- ary teaching in California, with its diversity of languages and cultures.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours ENGL 127
Language Structure and Language Use: Introduction to Linguistics
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course explores the nature and structure of language, including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and discourse, language acquisition and language develop- ment, and language use. This course is useful for students planning to enter elementary or secondary teach- ing and for those majoring in foreign language, English, communications, and anthropology.
3 Units
ENGL 127H
Language Structure & Language Use: Introduction to Linguistics Honors
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of “C” or better
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course explores the nature and structure of language, including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and discourse, language acquisition and language develop- ment, and language use. This course is useful for students planning to enter elementary or secondary teach- ing and for those majoring in foreign language, English, communications, and anthropology. This course is designed for students eligible for the Honors Program.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours ENGL 131
Creative Writing (Formerly ENGL 031A)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 Transfers to: UC, CSU
This is a course of expression for stu- dents who are interested in various forms of writing. It offers students a workshop setting in which to develop their writing skills in various genres, such as fiction, poetry, and playwrit- ing. Students are required to write regularly, present their own work in class for discussion, and develop critical standards for evaluating the merit of their own work and of the work of their peers.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours ENGL 201
Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking
(Formerly ENGL 001C)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of “C” or better
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU (*Students will receive credit from UC for only one of the following courses: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H)
This advanced composition course is open to all students who have successfully completed ENGL 101 and is designed for those who expect to transfer to four-year colleges or universities. Students will read and write extensively, while applying critical thinking skills and research techniques. Students will demon- strate these abilities in advanced composition as they research and write a series of argumentative essays, which demonstrate the ability to analyze issues, evaluate positions, and argue persuasively through clear, concise prose. The lab component
of this course is designed to assist students in advancing and refining their writing and language skills and will augment their ability to exer- cise critical thought. Students will complete lab activities that further enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct documentation form. Students will meet with composition instruc- tors through individual conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours ENGL 201H
Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking Honors
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of “C” or better
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU (*Students will receive credit from UC for only one of the following courses: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H)
This advanced composition course is open to all students who have successfully completed ENGL101 and is designed for those who expect to transfer to four-year colleges or universities. Students will read and write extensively, while applying critical thinking skills and research techniques. Students will demon- strate these abilities in advanced composition as they research and write a series of argumentative essays, which demonstrate the ability to analyze issues, evaluate positions, and argue persuasively through clear, concise prose. The lab component of this course is designed to assist students in advancing and refining their writing and language skills and will augment their ability to exer- cise critical thought. Students will complete lab activities that further enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct documentation form. Students will meet with composition instruc- tors through individual conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This Honors section is open to all students who have completed English 101 with a grade of C or better. Students will be expected to analyze issues in more depth and write on them at greater length than they would in a non–Honors section.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours
ENGL 299
Directed Study: English Transfers to: UC, CSU
Independent Study/Directed Study is intended for students who have the ability to assume responsibil- ity for independent work and to prepare written or oral reports and/ or appropriate projects. To enroll in an independent study/directed study course, students must possess a 2.5 overall grade point average, a 3.1 grade point average in the discipline of study being requested, or receive an exception from the instructor. Independent Studies/Directed Stud- ies may be developed from any topic arising from or related to a course of study that will result in developing depth and breadth in that subject area. Students will be expected to meet on a regular basis with their fac- ulty sponsor and submit a final report or project, and student progress shall be evaluated at regular intervals. Academic standards for Independent Studies/Directed Studies shall be the same as those for other courses. Units are awarded in accordance to Title V regulations with one unit of credit awarded for 54 hours of Directed Studies, six (6) hours of which must be with an instructor. The instructor is responsible for monitoring student progress through the semester. Students may take directed study courses for a maximum of four (4) units within a discipline, and may not accumulate more than a total of twelve (12) units college wide.
1 to 4 Units 54 to 216 Lab hours
ENGLISH AS A
NEW LANGUAGE
Division of Communications & Languages ENLA 011 Basic Vocabulary(Formerly READ 066, ESL 034, ESL 024A)
Advisory: ENLA 014 or appropriate assessment
This course is designed to help non-native speakers of English learn meanings, forms, uses, and pronun- ciations of 200-250 English words not presently in their vocabulary. Special emphasis is given to examin- ing words in context, parts of speech, and inflections. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. Students are expected to complete an additional 8 hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the Language Lab.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours
ENLA 012
Beginning Speaking and Listening (Formerly ESL 033A, ESL 028A)
This course is for English language learners who wish to improve their conversational skills in English. Areas of emphasis include dictation, Eng- lish phrasing patterns, various speak- ing situations, listening practice, and self-correction. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. Students are expected to complete an additional 8 hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the Language Lab. 3 Units 54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours ENLA 013 Basic Grammar (Formerly ESL 025)
Advisory: NESL 018 or appropriate assessment
This is an introductory grammar course for non-native speakers of English. Through reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities, students learn basic English grammar while focusing on verb structures. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. Students are expected to com- plete an additional 8 hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the Language Lab.
3 Units 54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours ENLA 014 Beginning Composition (Formerly ESL 010)
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement through the Rio Hondo Assessment Process
This course is designed to help limited English-speaking students communicate better in English. The course focuses on the development of written skills. Topics specifically emphasized are idiomatic expres- sions, vocabulary, reading and writing. These are taught at an entry level. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not appli- cable to the degree.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours ENLA 022
Intermediate Speaking and Listening (Formerly ESL 028B)
Advisory: ENLA 012 or appropriate assessment
This course is for ENLA students who wish to improve their English speaking and listening skills at an intermediate level. Areas of empha- sis include pronunciation, listening,
oral communication, note taking and organizational skills. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. Students are expected to complete an addi- tional 8 hours TBA (To be Arranged) in the Language Lab. Students initially enrolled in the course will be assessed and only those passing the assessment will be allowed to remain.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours ENLA 023
Intermediate Grammar
(Formerly ESL 029A,B,C; ESL 030A) Advisory: ENLA 013 or appropriate assessment; ENLA 024 or appropriate assessment
This course presents a multi skills approach to English grammar and sentence structure for second language students. Through read- ing, writing, listening, and related activities such as diction, close exercises, and sentence analysis, students practice the elements of cor- rect English while focusing on verbs and verb forms. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. Students are expected to complete and additional 8 hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the Language Lab. Students initially enrolled in the course will be assessed and only those passing the assess- ment will be allowed to remain.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours ENLA 024
Intermediate Composition
(Formerly ESL 058A, ESL 037, ESL 027) Prerequisite: ENLA 014 or appropriate assessment
This is an intermediate composi- tion class for non-native speakers of English focusing on the fundamen- tals of academic writing in English. Basic sentence structures, paragraph development, composition forms, English grammar and word usage are studied in various rhetorical modes. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours ENLA 032
Advanced Speaking and Listening: Pro- nunciation and Accent Reduction (Formerly ESL 028C)
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate assessment; ENLA 022 or appropriate assessment
ENLA 032 is a speaking, listening and pronunciation course intended for students who need further practice in spoken English and/or
have difficulty understanding native speakers of English in academic and other situations. Its purpose is improved the pronunciation, articu- lation, speed and comprehension of non-native speakers of English. The course focuses on sounds in isolation, the blending of sounds in phrasal elements and the production of sentences incorporating correct intonation, accent, speed and rhythm. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree. 3 Units 54 Lecture hours 8 Lab hours ENLA 034 Intermediate-Advanced Composition (Formerly ESL 097, ESL 197)
Prerequisite: ENLA 024 or appropriate assessment
A continuation of ENLA 024, this course is for ENLA students and emphasizes longer writings with more complicated sentence pat- terns leading up to a basic essay. Students focus on both thematic and rhetorical modes of composition while they practice topic sentences, thesis statements, subordination, and transitional expressions. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis and is not applicable to the degree.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours ENLA 100 Advanced Composition (Formerly ESL 198)
Prerequisite: ENLA 034 or appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU
ENLA 100 is the highest-level course of the ENLA writing sequence and an ENLA student’s gateway in to English 101. As a result of taking this course, students will be able to utilize various stages of the writing pro- cess, MLA conventions of academic writing in several rhetorical modes (including a research paper), and advanced levels of grammatical and mechanical accuracy in their writing.
3.5 Units 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours