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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course is for students whose first language is not English. The goal of this course is to develop skills necessary for accurate reading and comprehension of unabridged novels, periodicals, non-fiction, and reference materials in anticipation of further college-level work. Students are required to demonstrate reading and comprehension skills through in-class oral presentations, doubleentry journals, and a research project. The research project is a synthesis of what has been read and discussed in class. This course is conducted in English. Prerequisites: "C" orbetter in ESL 104 or placement through the Bilingual Placement Exam. Co-requisite: ESL 105.
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to guide students through the process of writing and organizing multi-paragraph essays following standard rhetorical techniques. The course addresses the entire process of writing, from the pre-writing stage to the editing and revision steps where grammar and mechanics are covered. Prerequisites: Placement through a writing exam and an oral interview. Co-requisites: ESL 109, ESL 110, ESL 111, and ESL 112.
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3.00 Credits
This course enables students to efficiently pick out main ideas as well as details from a variety of sources including segments from newspapers, magazines, and novels. Students are required to outline and summarize some of these materials. Techniques for increasing vocabulary are taught. The course assists students in making the transition to college level reading. Prerequisites: Placement through a writing exam and an oral interview. Co-requisites: ESL 108, 110, 111, and 11 2.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers students an opportunity to improve their speaking ability. Students' pronunciation difficulties are addressed as well as their use of idiomatic English. Students also present several speeches focusing on content and organization. Academic language in class discussions is emphasized. Prerequisites: Placement through a writing exam and an oral interview. Co-requisites: ESL 108, ESL 109, ESL 111, and ESL 112.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to improve students' listening skills in both academic and personal settings. Lectures, videos, and other teaching tools are used to enhance students' abilities to identify and comprehend main ideas as well as details. Note-taking strategies are practiced to help students prepare for college-level communication demands. Prerequisites: Placement through a writing exam and an oral interview. Corequisites: ESL 108, ESL 109, ESL 110, and ESL 112
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to familiarize international students with basic aspects of American culture and histo ry in preparation for college-level courses. The course engages students in discussions and writings on assigned readings. Students are encouraged to use academic language in classroom discussions and writings. Prerequisites: Placement through a writing exam and an oral interview. Co-requisites: ESL 108, ESL 109, ESL 110, and ESL 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents a framework of money management concepts. It covers establishment of goals, determining sources of income, and preparing a budget. Emphasis is placed on budget preparation, the development of consumer buying ability, and the use of credit. Students will learn the financial implications of savings and about providing for adequate retirement and estate planning. Prerequisite: "C" or better in ECO 101.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the history of American banking institutions, principles, and practices. Emphasis is on the relationship of finances to business structure, operation, and organization. The course examines present-day financial structures, agents, problems, and institutions. It provides the students with the fundamentals of monetary theory and the role of monetary policy in the economy. Prerequisite: "C" or better in ECO 102.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the security investment process. It reviews the investment strategy associated with various types of stock orders, discusses the fundamental and technical approaches to common stock analysis, and examines bond and preferred stock pricing mechanisms. The course also reviews the unique aspects of derivative security, mutual funds, real estate, and limited partnership investments. Prerequisite: "C" or better in ECO 101.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the international financial environment. It focuses on the financial management of businesses operating in international markets. The course covers international monetary systems and foreign exchange risks. Students will learn about shortterm and long-term financial markets and the risks associated with them. Prerequisite: "C" or better in ECO 101.
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