READ 1314 - Technical and Scientific Reading

Institution:

South Plains College

Subject:

Reading

Description:

This course is designed for students who need to read and understand scientific and technical books. Areas of study within the course include: technical terminology, analysis of technical/scientific writing, use of logical patterns such as cause-effect, classification, comparison, and contrast to understand key technical points, use of illustrations, study skills for technical course work, use of computer tools for communication, and development of advanced reading skills. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: College-level reading (a passing score on the placement reading test) or consent of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www3.southplainscollege.edu/

Phone Number:

(806) 894-9611 ext 2175

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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