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3.00 Credits
Select novels by major British authors of the nineteenth century, such as Austen, the Brontes, Mary Shelley, Dickens, Thackeray, George Eliot, Trollope, Hardy and Conrad are read. Attention is given to the social, economic, political and intellectual backdrop in forming the content of the novels. Secondary sources are required. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 (3,0) 3 credits
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A detailed study of the technological, economic, social, political, ideological and cultural transition of American from a rural, agrarian republic to a complex, industrialized, urban nation in the period from 1820-1920. This interdisciplinary course uses primary and secondary material to examine the effect of technology and urbanization on American life. A multi-cultural and cross-gender perspective will provide focus. Note: Students completing this course may not receive credit for HIS 306 or IDP 306 Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 and 3 credits in Social Science (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course enables student to explore intensively a major author, literary theme, period or genre. The subject for a particular semester will be announced prior to registration. Topics may include love, lust and marriage; persuasion and propaganda; and World War I writers, among others. Short papers involving secondary sources will be required. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course examines depictions and interpretations of the city through literature, film, theatre, photography, painting, sculpture and architecture. Initially, the focus will be on New York City, although in subsequent semesters, it may extend to other major world cities such as London, Paris, Rome, or Athens. Students will gain an understanding of the aesthetic values of the different art forms as well as develop the critical vocabulary to help them evaluate the various literary and artistic works. Course work includes assigned readings, field trips to museums in New York City, and extensive use of audio-visual material. Both informal writing (response journals) and more formal papers, including a research paper utilizing primary research (photographs, maps, interviews with artists, slides, etc.) and secondary critical and/or historical studies will be required. Prerequisite: EGL 102 (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
A detailed study of the fundamentals of writing technical reports and other technical communications. Topics emphasized include the elements of a technical report, the interpretation of statistics and data, and the composition of letters, memos, and informal reports containing technical information. Assignments and student exercises are drawn from the student's technical area. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to Writing for Electronic Media will give students an overview of the issues concerning electronic media, including legal and ethical concerns. Students will also learn the history of the media, including the Internet and World Wide Web. Students will learn how to write for electronic media in hands-on training in the school's computer labs using industry-standard programs. Note: Students completing this course may not receive credit for PCM 311 Prerequisite(s): EGL 102, BCS102 (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the major trends in American Literature as reflected specifically through the works of individual authors. The instructor will select the two or three authors to be studied each semester. Secondary sources, a major research project, and an annotated bibliography of criticism of a particular work will be required. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 or equivalent (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of major trends in world liteature as reflected through the works of individual authors. One to three authors are studied each semester. Requirements include a substantial research project involving critical research. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 (3, 0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of Shakespearean plays, along with their sources, the early modern period in England, and traditional and contemporary critical commentary. Four or five plays will be studied each semester. Requirements will include examinations and analyses of plays. Prerequisite(s): EGL 102 (3, 0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
An intensive workshop experience in which students are taught to recognize and appreciate excellence in the poetry and fiction of significant contemporary writers, and to produce polished works in these genres. Students will be required to keep a formal writer's journal and to participate in formal readings of their works, as well as provide pertinent critical evaluations of the writing of others. Prerequisite(s): EGL 216 (3,0) 3 credits
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