Course Descriptions

ENC1101 English Composition
40 hours, 4 credits

This course is designed to guide students in understanding the writing process and developing their ability to write and express ideas in an organized, unified, and coherent manner. Students will produce college-level writing that reflects awareness of rhetorical strategies, writing purpose, student voice, and appropriate grammar, punctuation, and usage skills. Through reading, writing, discussion, research, and collaboration, students will practice effective writing and apply course concepts.

Prerequisite: Passing grade in Developmental Education coursework or placement determined by Rasmussen University entrance placement exam score

ENC1121 English Composition II
40 hours, 4 credits

This course builds on students’ understanding of the writing process through an exploration of various writing strategies and research. Students will analyze readings and apply critical reading and writing skills. This course will develop argumentative writing and application of research.

Prerequisite: ENC1101

ENC3311 Advanced Composition
40 hours, 4 credits

This advanced writing course is intended to help students further develop and refine their writing, researching, and analytical skills through the application of these skills to various rhetorical situations. To achieve these goals, students will be expected to develop their ability to present their views in an organized, unified, and coherent manner to diverse audiences.

Prerequisite: ENC1101