Emphasis is on the writing process, modes of discourse in professional writing, and language conventions. The course provides students with a broad base of experience with a variety of writing genres used in technical and professional settings including letters, memos, e-mail, and resumes. Students develop projects on procedure documentation, problem solving reports, and analytical reports. Provides instruction in APA style documentation, visual formatting, and graphics. Offers instruction in intermediate-level expository writing.
Students study a contemporary issue and write papers on that issue.
Topics, such as autobiographical writing and research writing, vary from year to year. May be repeated once for credit. Viewing and critiquing currently playing films, with emphasis on the quality of production and direction. Papers serve as a basis for discussion. Students are required to view films at local theatres.