Basic Writing

Catalog description

Review of basic writing skills. Students are assigned to ENGL-100 on the basis of the English placement test. Students write short papers and focus on thesis development and paragraph construction; they also focus on strengthening their understanding and use of grammar and mechanics. Individual conferences are an important component of the class. Students must earn a C or better to receive credit for the course and to be allowed to enroll in ENGL-101. Students who do not earn a C or better in ENGL-100 will be required to repeat the course until a C or above is achieved. May not count on an English major/minor or the general education core. Course restricted to students who have not passed ENGL 101 with a C or better.