Principles and techniques of written composition, textual analysis, and critical thinking. In consultation with a technical instructor, the student will write a technical paper. Simon and Schuster Handbook for Writers. All work except that done in class and homework will be typed or word processed. Two points may be deducted from the grade if the paper does not conform to these guidelines.
All work is due on the assigned date at the assigned time.
Grades for late assignments may be lowered by 10 points per week. All students are expected to work sincerely and honestly as writers. Any student who fails to give credit for ideas or materials that he or she takes from another source is guilty of plagiarism. Penalties for plagiarism are often severe. Depending on the specific nature of the act, a student found guilty of plagiarism may receive an F in the course or even be dismissed form the college with a notation of the offense on his or her transcript.