EGL 103 Technical and Professional Communication I
This course is designed to provide occupational students with the opportunity for practical application of oral and written skills necessary for on-the-job communications. Fundamentals of effective written and verbal communication are explored through the study and practice in writing professional correspondence. The conventions and strategies essential to composing technical and professional communications are examined. Focus on current industry trends grounds the exploration of genres and workplace habits. 12 (3 lecture hours)
Prerequisite
Placement directly into EGL 103 is permitted by meeting any one the following:
• Cumulative high school GPA of 2.7 or higher, OR
• Successful completion of EGL 100, OR
• Successful completion of an approved Transitional English course, OR
• ACT score of 18 or better in English, OR
• SAT score of 480 or better in reading/writing, OR
• ACCUPLACER reading and Write Placer Plus score warranting enrollment into
EGL 103, OR
• Waiver from the Dean of Humanities, Arts, Communication, and English.