Composition courses introduce students to college level critical thinking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on comprehension, argument, and analysis, as well as rhetorical and mechanical proficiency.
Students enrolling in courses in the composition sequence (ENG 101 and ENG 102) will develop skills in argument and analysis. ENG 101 introduces students to the foundations of rhetoric and argument, while ENG 102 focuses on advanced argument and research skills, as well as information literacy. In addition to this sequence of courses, the English department also offers additional writing courses to satisfy Humanities electives.
Students enrolling in any of the English / World Languages Department’s composition courses will learn critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. In addition, students will develop skills in rhetoric, analysis, organization, grammar and style, voice, tone, and audience awareness.
In addition to our sequence of ENG 101 and ENG 102, the English department offers ENG 130 and 230 (Technical Writing and Advanced Technical Writing) for students pursuing either A.A. or A.S. degrees, but especially for the A.A.S. degree. Also offered are several courses in creative writing, including ENG 120 (Introduction to Creative Writing), ENG 231 (Fiction Writing), and ENG 232 (Poetry Writing).
Written communication skills are generally at or near the top of every list of the most desirable skills employers seek in new employees. Enrolling in any of the writing courses offered at JJC will help students develop these sought-after skills. In addition, the course work in analysis, research, and critical thinking will make students ideal candidates for careers in several fields, including (but certainly not limited to)
- Professional Writing and Research
- Business, Industry, and Commerce
- Technology (AI development; research)
- Marketing / Public Relations
- Editing and Publishing
- Media
- Law
- Social Services
- Library Science
- Education