ENGL 1102 - Composition and Literature

3 hours

Prerequisites: A grade of “C-“ or better in ENGL 1101.
Continued instruction in composition, with a heavy emphasis on analytical writing. Students learn how to articulate complex points of view about a particular textual object. Students receive instruction in how to support these arguments with evidence from the text in question, as well as with outside sources from scholarly journals and books. Using novels, music, short stories, music, poetry, or films as the subject matter, this class teaches students how to support an idea using close analysis. A grade of “C-” or better (73 average or above) is required to earn credit for general education core requirements for ENGL 1102. ENGL 1101 and ENGL 1102 teach essential writing and research skills necessary for success in other college courses. Given the importance of these courses, it is the intent of The Department of Literature and Languages for students to complete ENGL 1101 and ENGL 1102 in consecutive semesters of their first year. Therefore, first year students who are not dual-enrolled or without ENGL 1101 AP or transfer credit must take ENGL 1101 their first semester of enrollment and consecutive semesters (Fall or Spring) until successful completion. Upon successful completion of ENGL 1101, students shall take ENGL 1102 in the consecutive semester(s) (Fall or Spring) until successful completion. Matriculated students may not receive transient credit from other institutions for ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1102. Any variation from this policy requires the written approval of the Chair of the Department of Literature and Languages and Dean of the Humanities.