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ENG 250 Research and Technical Writing

This advanced, college-level course reviews and applies primary and secondary research methods in technical communication. Strategies are implemented to identify and solve problems that arise in organizational contexts/workplace environments to create professional reports, both written and oral, for appropriate audiences.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: (Test score or ENG 102 or higher) and PHL 103 and (MAT 129 or MAT 153 or MAT 180 or MAT 255) and (BIO 110 or BIO 120 or BIO 140 or BIO 150)

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Course Number and Title:

ENG 250 Research and Technical Writing

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Georgetown
  • Wilmington

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: (Test score or ENG 102 or higher) and PHL 103 and (MAT 129 or MAT 153 or MAT 180 or MAT 255) and (BIO 110 or BIO 120 or BIO 140 or BIO 150)

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This advanced, college-level course reviews and applies primary and secondary research methods in technical communication. Strategies are implemented to identify and solve problems that arise in organizational contexts/workplace environments to create professional reports, both written and oral, for appropriate audiences.

Required Text(s)

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Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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