Academic Skills

• RD20 4 credits

  College Reading I

  Strengthens basic comprehension, study skills, and vocabulary skills, as well as expands back-ground knowledge. Focuses on the continual practice and reinforcement of essential comprehension skills that follow a developmental hierarchy. Includes an individually prescribed reading plan in the reading lab. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: Designated placement test score as shown on current indicator chart.

• RD30 4 credits

  College Reading II

  Improves reading and vocabulary skills by developing specific reading strategies and analytical skills, as well as by expanding basic background knowledge that will lead to proficiency in students’ college course work. Skills to be developed include comprehension, flexibility, critical thinking, graphic illustrations, and the use of library resources. Selections, which are excerpts from current college textbooks and a variety of sources, enable students to further develop the background knowledge and vocabulary necessary to effectively read college-level material. Also addresses work-related literacies such as creative and critical thinking, following written and oral instructions, collaboration, and communication skills. May include an individually prescribed reading plan in the reading lab. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: RD20. Course does not transfer.

• RD115 3 credits

  Speed Reading for College

  Teaches an effective speed reading process. It also develops skills needed to become a more intelligent reader and a more accomplished student. Skills include speed studying, speed researching, recognition of writing structures of fiction, various types of non fiction, and critical reading.
  Prerequisite: RD30 or college-level reading skills.

• RD116 3 credits

  College Vocabulary

  Adds significantly to students' reading, writing, and speaking vocabularies, fosters an interest in words, and offers strategies for vocabulary development throughout life. Students will study word elements that hold the key to understanding English words. The vocabulary presented in this class will be practical, contextual, and relevant for all college students. May be offered in a distance learning format where students complete all work online and via e-mail.
  Prerequisites: RD30 and WR30.

• RD120 3 credits

  Critical Reading and Thinking

  Develops students’ ability to think logically, solve problems, identify values, and understand various reasoning processes using a variety of sources. Students improve the quality of their reading and thinking by applying elements of reasoning and intellectual standards. In this skill-building course, students will critically evaluate complex issues from a variety of sources and develop lifelong critical reading and thinking skills. May be offered in a distance learning format where students complete all work online and via e-mail.
  Prerequisites: RD30 and WR30.

• SK8 4 credits

  Introduction to Math

  Improves basic arithmetic skills and provides a better understanding of the fundamentals of mathematics. Designed to improve problem-solving abilities in every day and work-related applications and to increase confidence and desire to continue the study of math. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: Designated placement test score as shown on current indicator chart.

• SK31 3 credits

  College Success

  Develops and improves academic-related skills in the beginning college student. Students explore the various behaviors and uses of resources associated with student success and practice. This includes numerous study skills techniques, such as goal setting, test taking, and time management. Attention is given to application of study skills to academic, career, and personal situations. May be offered in a distance learning format where students complete all work on-line and via e-mail.

• WR10 4 credits

  Basic Writing

  Designed for students needing rudiments of standard written English, including spelling. As an entry level course, WR10 helps students deal with their attitudes and anxieties regarding written assignments. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: Designated placement test score as shown on current indicator chart. Course does not transfer.

• WR20 4 credits

  Fundamentals of Composition I

  Reviews standard written English skills. In addition to vocabulary building in the context of reading assignments, attention is given to helping students understand the relationship of reading and writing processes as a means to organize and relate their own thoughts in clear, effective paragraphs. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: WR10. Course does not transfer.

• WR30 4 credits

  Fundamentals of Composition II

  Introduces basic essay format while reinforcing sentence skills and paragraph development. Critical thinking and reading is also emphasized. May be offered in a distance learning format where students complete all work on-line and via e-mail. Course is graded on a pass/no pass basis.
  Prerequisite: WR20. Course does not transfer.