ENGL 051
3
credits
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Basic Reading Skills
Formerly ENG 051. Small group or individual help in the basic skills of reading. Non-transferable.
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ENGL 081
5
credits
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ESL Writing
Formerly ENG 081. This course is designed for the ESL (English as a second language) student whose writing skills require additional preparation before entering ENGL 099 (formerly ENG 099) or ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101).
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ENGL 082
5
credits
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Reading and Study Skills for the ENS (English for the Non-native Speaker
Formerly ENG 082. This course is designed to increase the confidence and success of the non-native speaker of English in college-level courses. The course focuses on developing reading, study and testing strategies.
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ENGL 083
5
credits
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ESL Conversation
Formerly ENG 083. This course is designed to increase the ESL (English as a second language) student's ability to understand and use both written and spoken American English at the college level.
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ENGL 090
2
credits
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Reading and Study Skills
Formerly ENG 090. Designed for the slightly below average to better readers to prepare for academic work in the trade and industrial areas.
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ENGL 091
2
credits
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Writing Workshop
Formerly ENG 091. Designed to further the technical writing skills of students enrolled in trade and industrial programs.
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ENGL 092
1-5
credits
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Communication for International Students
Formerly ENG 092. A class designed to improve the basic language skills (reading, writing, study skills, pronunciation, conversation) of international students who plan to enroll in college level vocational or academic courses. The curriculum is designed to help those students improve their communication skills so that they can successfully participate in more advanced courses. Students who need additional instruction may have follow-through programs designed for them in the Learning Center.
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ENGL 093
1-5
credits
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Individualized Study Skills
Formerly ENG 093. This course sharpens students' skills in textbook study, note taking and time management as well as in memory improvement and general classroom survival skills. It may not be taken simultaneously with ENGL 094 (formerly ENG 094) or ENGL 151 (formerly ENG 151). Students can enroll in the same lab course no more than three quarters regardless of the number of hours for which they enroll. Grading option: Pass/fail.
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ENGL 094
5
credits
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Study Skills
Formerly ENG 094. This course sharpens students' skills in textbook study, note taking and time management as well as in memory improvement, reading comprehension and classroom survival skills. Students also may be introduced to methods which increase reading rates and develop vocabulary.
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ENGL 095
1-5
credits
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Reading Lab
Formerly ENG 095. This course improves students' reading skills through programs that include vocabulary, rate increase, comprehension or study skills. Students can enroll in the same lab course no more than three quarters regardless of the number of hours for which they enroll. Grading option: Pass/fail.
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ENGL 096
3-5
credits
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Reading Improvement
Formerly ENG 096. This course is for the average and better reader to work on these skills: reading comprehension, summary writing, rapid reading, skimming and scanning. Prerequisite: Score at or above the 25 percentile on the assessment reading test.
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ENGL 097
5
credits
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Basic Writing: From Sentence to Paragraph
Formerly ENG 097. This course provides students with the basic elements of grammar and punctuation as they relate to writing complete and accurately punctuated English sentences. The course attends to grammar, ranging from prepositional phrases to independent and dependent clauses to the recognition and proper punctuation of sentence elements. Formal writing tasks include recognition of boundaries and composing basic paragraphs.
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ENGL 098
1-5
credits
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Writing Lab
Formerly ENG 098. This course offers students individually tailored composition skills through work on paragraphs and essays, sentence structure and mechanics. It is offered in either lecture or lab mode. In the lab mode, the content moves from the paragraph to the essay with emphasis on structure and mechanics, and students earn 5 credits. Students may enroll in the same lab course no more than three quarters regardless of the number of hours for which they enroll. Grading option: Pass/fail.
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ENGL 099
5
credits
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Improvement of Writing
Formerly ENG 099. Students review paragraph development and write several essays. Principles governing sentence structure and punctuation are emphasized. This course may be taken twice for credit. Prerequisite: 2.0 grade in ENGL 097 (formerly ENG 097), appropriate placement score, or permission of instructor.
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ENGL 100
5
credits
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Composition Preparation
Formerly ENG 100. This course focuses on remediation of expository skills, reading and incorporating those readings into compositions. This course serves as a "bridge" between English 099 and 101. Prerequisite: ASSET scores or instructor referral.
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ENGL& 101
5
credits
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English Composition I
Formerly ENG 101. This course develops and sharpens the basic principles of writing college-level essays. Students work on a series of essays to improve their ability to write clear, detailed prose and to use texts to support their claims. Competence in mechanics and standard English usage is assumed of all students taking ENGL& 101. Prerequisite: Either completion of ENGL 099 (formerly ENG 099) with a P or a 2.0 or higher, concurrent enrollment in ENGL& 101, a minimum ASSET Reading and Writing Score of 41, a minimum Compass Writing Score of 73, or a minimum Compass Reading Score of 81.
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ENGL& 102
5
credits
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Composition II
Formerly ENG 201. This course teaches students research skills by emphasizing the development of critical reading habits, investigative proficiency, and the writing of expository and persuasive prose including documented research essays. Students work to understand academic audiences, increase their clarity and objectivity, and adhere to standard formats. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) with a 2.0 or better.
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ENGL 104
3
credits
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Grammar and Punctuation
Formerly ENG 112. Students review the traditional principles of grammar and punctuation and apply these principles. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) or permission of instructor.
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ENGL 110
2
credits
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Term Paper Workshop
Formerly ENG 110. Formulation, organization and presentation of a term or research paper; major mechanical aspects of paper development, including source guidelines, location and survey of materials, source citations, outlining and final format preparation. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in a course other than ENGL& 102 (formerly ENG 201) and ENGL& 235 (formerly ENG 205).
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ENGL& 111
5
credits
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Intro to Literature
Formerly ENG 131. Students read and discuss short stories, plays and poetry with an emphasis on better understanding and appreciation of literature. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL& 112
5
credits
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Intro to Fiction
Formerly ENG 277. Students analyze, discuss and write about classic and contemporary fiction, both short stories and a novel. Emphasis is on perceiving the techniques writers use to create an aesthetic experience for readers. Although a historical approach is not used, appropriate background is presented to enrich students' experience of the works. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) with a 2.0 or better or permission of instructor. SFCC recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL& 113
5
credits
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Intro to Poetry
Formerly ENG 275. This course is a literary study of poetry which explores the themes, the craft and the history of the genre. Students analyze, discuss and write about a diverse selection of poems which offer a variety of experiences. Emphasis is on understanding the way poets manipulate language to create meaning. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) with a 2.0 or better, or permission of instructor. SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL& 114
5
credits
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Intro to Drama
Formerly ENG 276. This course is a literary study of dramatic literature, exploring the major themes, conventions and historical trends of drama from ancient Greece to the present. Students analyze, discuss and write about a diverse selection of plays which offer a variety of cultural experiences. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) or permission of instructor. SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 120
3-5
credits
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Applied Technical Writing for Vocations
Formerly ENG 120. Presentation of advanced technical writing forms with written assignments selected by vocational faculty from a menu, including such topics as: short forms (catalog searches, requisitions, memorandums, etc.); technical reports; job search exercises; the proper use of graphics; research skills; revision skills. Prerequisite: ENGL 189 (formerly ENG 189) with a 2.0 or better, or permission of English department chair.
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ENGL 151
5
credits
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College Reading and Study Skills
Formerly ENG 151. Students learn strategies to become independent learners and critical thinkers. Emphasis is on understanding how memory works and improving note taking, test taking, textbook reading, time management and vocabulary. The course cannot be taken simultaneously with ENGL 093 (formerly ENG 093) or ENGL 094 (formerly ENG 094). Prerequisite: Recommended placement score : COMPASS 80 or above, ASSET 41 or above.
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ENGL 152
2
credits
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Reading Rate Improvement
Formerly ENG 152. This course is for students who read at the college level, and aims to increase dramatically their reading speed on average-difficulty, college-level material without loss of comprehension. Students learn skimming, scanning and rapid reading techniques. Prerequisite: Students must score at college reading level on the COMPASS test or receive permission of the Communications Learning Center director or course instructor.
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ENGL 153
5
credits
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Vocabulary Development
Formerly ENG 153. The class will be a lecture/discussion class with regular assignments, tests and quizzes. Major topics covered include the history of the English language, basic vocabulary tools, language diversity and vocabulary development strategies. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of major affixes and roots in the language.
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ENGL 188
1-3
credits
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Introduction to Writing for Vocational Students
Formerly ENG 188. This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of writing (basic grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, spelling and organization). Students learn to write basic paragraphs including, but not limited to, process, description, cause and effect, and comparison and/or contrast.
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ENGL 189
1-3
credits
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Writing for Vocational Students
Formerly ENG 189. Provides instruction in basic writing concepts, including sentence structure, paragraphs and longer papers. It also reviews fundamentals of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
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ENGL 208
5
credits
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British Literature to 1800
Formerly ENG 208. This survey covers British literature from Beowulf through the 18th century, emphasizing the major writers and their relationships to the significant literary traditions of their time. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 209
5
credits
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British Literature since 1800
Formerly ENG 209. This survey focuses on the writing of Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Keats, Byron, Shelley, Tennyson, Browning, Eliot, Yeats, Conrad, Lawrence, Joyce and selected contemporary writers. Instruction focuses on developing strategies for penetrating these writers by analyzing language, imagery, theme, plot, setting and character. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL& 220
5
credits
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Intro to Shakespeare
Formerly ENG 210. Students read, analyze, interpret and evaluate Shakespeare's plays and sonnets. In addition, they learn about the historical, cultural and social milieu in which Shakespeare wrote his works. Students develop strategies for breaking Shakespeare's language barrier and learn to analyze plot, character, imagery and theme. Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101). SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL& 235
5
credits
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Technical Writing
Formerly ENG 205. Students learn to communicate information about a particular art, science, trade or profession. The course emphasizes such skills as clarity, objectivity, audience analysis and adherence to format. Students use subjects within their intended majors or career fields to write business correspondence, memoranda, resumes, mechanism descriptions, progress reports and analytical research reports. Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) or permission of instructor.
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ENGL& 236
5
credits
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Creative Writing I
Formerly ENG 221. This course teaches creative writing for beginners. It emphasizes writing as a craft; examines forms and techniques of professional writing through selective readings; offers students the opportunity to try their hand at a variety of styles, forms and techniques in both poetry and prose; as well as practice in writing, revision and editing skills. The format is an informal workshop that acquaints students with specialized skills such as preparing a manuscript for publication and working on a literary magazine in a variety of capacities. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) or permission of instructor.
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ENGL& 237
5
credits
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Creative Writing II
Formerly ENG 222. This course teaches creative writing for intermediate writers. It is the logical continuation of ENGL& 236 (formerly ENG 221); however, it also is suited for students who, provided they have had prior writing experience, wish to pursue specific writing projects or are interested in both receiving and dispensing constructive peer critique in an informal workshop setting. Students have the opportunity to balance class activities with individual writing interests. The emphasis is on writing as a serious craft, and the course focuses primarily on poetry and prose though other forms of writing also may be included. Prerequisite: ENGL& 236 (formerly ENG 221) or permission of instructor.
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ENGL 238
5
credits
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Advanced Expository Writing
Formerly ENG 225. This class is a logical extension of ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101) and ENGL& 102 (formerly ENG 201), going beyond rhetorical modes and research skills to explore and practice the longer essay. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101), ENGL& 102 (formerly ENG 201).
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ENGL 241
5
credits
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The Bible as Literature
Formerly ENG 241. Students experience a literary study of history's most influential book. Readings from the Bible illustrate its major themes and genres. An exploration of the Bible's historical and cultural contexts provides background for these readings. Students gain a foundation for appreciating the Bible's massive impact on subsequent literature.
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ENGL 247
5
credits
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American Multicultural Literature
Formerly ENG 247. This course surveys contemporary African American, Asian American, Latino American, and Native American literature from 1950s to the present and may include other diverse literatures, such as Jewish, Gay/Lesbian, or Indian, etc.
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ENGL 248
5
credits
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American Literature to 1865
Formerly ENG 245. This survey course examines major writers of the period including Taylor, Edwards, Franklin, Irving, Cooper, Poe, Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne, Melville, Whitman, and Dickinson. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 249
5
credits
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American Literature since 1865
Formerly ENG 246. This survey course focuses on selected works of representative American writers from the Civil War to the present. Writers such as Twain, Chopin, Hemingway, Hughes, Ginsberg Plath, and Morrison among others are analyzed, paying particular attention to the cultural and historical contexts from which these diverse writers emerge and to which they speak. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 251
5
credits
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Introduction to Language
Formerly ENG 251. This course includes contemporary English language study introducing morphology, phonology, syntax and semantics. Language acquisition, animal communication, language communications and dialects are explored.
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ENGL 254
2-5
credits
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Literary Magazine Production
Formerly ENG 226. A production course for Legend's, SCC's literary magazine. Discussion and criticism of writing, theory and practice; layout and design; process of publication, theory and practice.
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ENGL 255
2-5
credits
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Advanced Literary Magazine Production
Formerly ENG 227. A continuation of the concepts introduced in ENGL 254 (formerly ENG 226) with emphasis on advanced concepts and production work involved in the creation of Legend's, SCC's literary magazine. Discussion and criticism of writing, theory and practice; layout and design; process of publication, theory and practice. Prerequisite: ENGL 254 (formerly ENG 226).
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ENGL 259
5
credits
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African American Literature
This course examines the African American literary tradition through the works of key authors, from pre-Civil War writings to the present, locating these works in cultural and historical contexts.
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ENGL 261
5
credits
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Twentieth Century Novel
Formerly ENG 261. Students read, discuss and write about novels, leading them to a deeper appreciation and understanding of the genre and its practitioners. Novels vary from quarter to quarter. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 266
1-2
credits
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Cooperative Education Seminar
Formerly ENG 266. For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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ENGL 267
1-18
credits
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Cooperative Education Work Experience
Formerly ENG 267. For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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ENGL 271
5
credits
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World Literature to 1650
Formerly ENG 271. This course explores foundational works of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and European civilizations from the dawn of literacy to the Renaissance. Representative works may include but are not limited to Gilgamesh, the Bible, The Odyssey Lysistrata, the Qu'ran, the Inferno and Othello. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101). SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 272
5
credits
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World Literature since 1650
Formerly ENG 272. Students read and trace the emergence of a global literature from the period of European colonialism to the contemporary multicultural world. Representative authors may include Moliere, Voltaire, Goethe, Tolstoy, Kafka, Pirandello, Narayan, Garcia Maquez and Achebe. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and/or ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101). SFCC only: recommended placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 278
5
credits
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Women Writers
Formerly ENG 278. Students analyze, discuss and write about literature written by women in order to gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the contributions of women to the field of literature. Emphasis is placed on the identification of themes, conventions and techniques of women writers across class and cultural boundaries. Prerequisite: SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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ENGL 294
2-5
credits
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Special Topics in Writing
Formerly ENG 294. The course's content varies from quarter to quarter according to designation and credits filed in advance of each scheduling. Students may repeat the course for credit with different topics. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101), grade of 2.0 or above; or permission of instructor.
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ENGL 295
2-5
credits
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Special Studies in Literature
Formerly ENG 295. Students analyze, discuss and write about the literature of a particular genre, author or period. The course content varies and may include the following: classical mythology, contemporary novels, mystery or crime fiction, historical novels, Western fiction, women writers, and Black and Chicano literature. The emphasis of each course is understanding the themes, conventions and techniques of the writers within the genre. The aim is to assist students in recognizing the ways in which literature reflects and challenges the values of its audience. Course may be repeated for credit with different topics. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (formerly ENG 101), grade of 2.0 or above; or permission of instructor. SFCC only: recommended minimum reading placement score: COMPASS 80, ASSET 40.
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