COURSES

Courses in the Developmental Studies Department are in the areas of English, Mathematics, and Reading.

English

ENG 080 Writing Foundations

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: ENG 070 or ENG 075 or placement
Corequisites: None

This course introduces the writing process and stresses effective sentences. Emphasis is placed on applying the conventions of written English, reflecting standard usage and mechanics in structuring a variety of sentences. Upon completion, students should be able to write correct sentences and a unified, coherent paragraph. This course does not satisfy the developmental writing prerequisite for ENG 111.

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ENG 090 Composition Strategies

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: ENG 080 or ENG 085 or placement
Corequisites: ENG 090A

This course provides practice in the writing process and stresses effective paragraphs. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying the conventions of standard written English in developing paragraphs within the essay. Upon completion, students should be able to compose a variety of paragraphs and a unified, coherent essay. This course, with ENG 090A, satisfies the developmental writing prerequisite for ENG 111.

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ENG 090A Composition Strategies Lab

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: ENG 080 or ENG 085 or placement
Corequisites: ENG 090

This writing lab is designed to practice the skills introduced in ENG 090. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying the conventions of standard written English in developing paragraphs within the essay. Upon completion, students should be able to compose a variety of paragraphs and a unified, coherent essay.

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Mathematics

MAT 060 Essential Mathematics

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: MAT 050 or placement
Corequisites: RED 080

This course is a comprehensive study of mathematical skills which should provide a strong mathematical foundation to pursue further study. Topics include principles and applications of decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion, order of operations, geometry, measurement, and elements of algebra and statistics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic computations and solve relevant, multi-step mathematical problems using technology where appropriate. The operation of a scientific calculator is an essential part of the instructional methodology, and all students are expected to have one.

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MAT 070 Introductory Algebra

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: MAT 060 or placement
Corequisites: RED 080

This course establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts and problem solving. Topics include signed numbers, exponents, order of operations, simplifying expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing, formulas, polynomials, factoring, and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology. The operation of a graphing calculator is an essential part of the instructional methodology, and all students are expected to have one.

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MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: MAT 070  or placement               
Corequisites: RED 080

This course continues the study of algebraic concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include factoring; rational expressions; rational exponents; rational, radical, and quadratic equations; systems of equations; inequalities; graphing; functions; variations; complex numbers; and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology. The operation of a graphing calculator is an essential part of the instructional methodology, and all students are expected to have one.

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Reading

RED 080 Introduction to College Reading

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: ENG 075 or RED 070 or placement
Corequisites: None

This course introduces effective reading and inferential thinking skills in preparation for RED 090. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, comprehension, and reading strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to determine main ideas and supporting details, recognize basic patterns of organization, draw conclusions, and understand vocabulary in context. This course does not satisfy the developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111.

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RED 090 Improved College Reading

General Syllabus

Prerequisites: ENG 085 or RED 080 or placement
Corequisites: None

This course is designed to improve reading and critical thinking skills. Topics include vocabulary enhancement; extracting implied meaning; analyzing author's purpose, tone, and style; and drawing conclusions and responding to written material. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and analyze college-level reading material. This course satisfies the developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111.

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