All associate degree programs at Quinsigamond require English Composition and Literature 101 and 102.

ENG 100 Introduction to English Composition
3 credits
This course is an introduction to college-level essay writing emphasizing the writing process from planning and drafting through revising and editing. Students refine their style of writing by focusing on sentence structure and language usage and write essays displaying unity, support and coherence. Students practice expository writing using a variety of rhetorical strategies. The exploration of writing is examined through reading and analyzing essay models. Students develop a familiarity with research tools.
Prerequisite: ENG 091 and ENG 096 with a grade of "C" or higher on the departmental writing final examination essay or appropriate placement score.
F/S/SU  

ENG 101 English Composition & Literature I
3 credits
This course focuses on how to develop essential writing skills including organization, correctness, and support of ideas. A research project is required to produce a documented essay that integrates materials from Internet and traditional sources according to standard disciplinary format. Students develop and sharpen the interpretive and analytical skills necessary to evaluate the soundness and appropriateness of sources for their work.
Prerequisite: ENG 100.
F/S/SU

ENG 102 English Composition & Literature II
3 credits
This course employs literary texts to provide examples for students to continue and refine writing and reading skills. Assigned readings include plays, poems, novels, short stories, epic narratives, personal essays, and satire. Writing assignments emphasize students' close reading skills and their interpretation and analysis of creative works.
Prerequisite: ENG 101.
F/S/SU

Basic Reading and Writing Courses

The college offers several basic reading and writing courses to prepare students for college level study. Course selection is determined by an English placement test; this assessment is required for students who have not completed a college level English course. These developmental English courses cannot be used to satisfy degree or certificate requirements.
 

Elective Courses in English Composition and LiteratureThese courses may not be offered every semester; ENG 102 is a prerequisite for all 200-level courses. All are 3 credits unless noted otherwise.

SPH 101 Speech Communication Skills
3 credits
This course covers organization and delivery skills, and the development of confidence necessary for effective oral communication. Students organize speeches for both specific and general audiences; and prepare and present extemporaneous and impromptu speeches on a variety on contemporary issues. Students implement principles and practices of public communication through evaluated classroom activities including the use of PowerPoint presentations.
Pre/Corequisite: ENG 101.
F/S/SU

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