ENG 095 - Basic Technical Writing
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: English Placement Test
Description
This is a developmental course designed for students in union-affiliated apprenticeship programs as a prerequisite to ENG 111 . Students learn and review basics of grammar, punctuation and spelling through the writing of short, focused essays, some of which have technical elements. This course is not intended to replace the ENG 090 and ENG 101L sequence in any other program.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Apply standard English grammar to all writing assignments.
- Create documentation of technical processes.
- Write effective paragraphs with topic sentences.
- Revise writing for clear communication.
- Demonstrate the rudiments of critical reading, thinking and writing skills.
Listed Topics
- The study and analysis of student and professional writing
- The process of writing with emphasis on revision
- Examination and criticism of student and professional technical essays and reports
- Peer and professional examination and evaluation of student writing
- Some reading based writing with occasional technical emphasis
- Five to seven multi-paragraphed essays, some with technical emphasis: 8-10 pages of writing for the semester
Reference Materials
Open educational resources and other materials.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Information Literacy
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 3/25/2021
Last Reviewed: 10/13/2022
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