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Course Descriptions & Schedule, 2003-04

English 107, 108 & 109:  Literature of the Western World (4 credits per term) A chronological survey of masterpieces in Western, primarily continental, European literature from ancient times to the present.  E107, Ancient World; E108, Medieval, Renaissance, and early Enlightenment; E109,  late18th century to the present. Recommended for English and teaching majors.

Writing 222: Research & Composition (4 credits) Combines instruction in research skills with the production of essays utilizing research, including traditional library research, internet research, documentation styles, and forms of researched writing. PREREQ: WR 135 or equivalent.

English 407/Seminar: Science Fiction (4 credits) This senior-level seminar will focus on the theme of alien contact, examining selected texts from the late 19th century through the present. Students will be expected to participate heavily in the course and produce a seminar paper grounded in critical theory. Eng 223W (or Eng 223 & Wr 224) is strongly recommended.

Writing 135: College Writing II (4 credits) An intensive writing course focusing on critical analysis, argumentation, and documentation. This course meets the LACC writing requirement if passed with a grade of C- or better. Required class for enrollment in upper-division writing-intensive courses.

English 341: Studies in World Literature after 1700 (4 credits) This year's focus will be on Japanese literature (in translation). PREREQ: English 108 or 109 or instructor consent.

Humanities 450: Senior Portfolio (1 credit) Provides guidance in producing and assembling the senior portfolio required of all students in the BA in English and BA/BS in Humanities degrees.

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