These courses are offerings of the General Education Department.

ENGL 102 English Essentials for Technical Writers
3 cr.  (3 lec/wk)
Designed to teach students the fundamentals of the English language.  Includes grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage with emphasis on both written and oral communication.

Ñ ENGL 140 Business Writing
3 cr.  (3 lec/wk)  Prerequisite:  Satisfactory completion of ENGL 100, 102, or qualifying score on the placement exam.
Provides instruction in the preparation of business memos, letters, reports, oral presentations, and computer assisted writing in business contexts.

Ñ ENGL 145 Technical Communication
3 cr.  (3 lec/wk)  Prerequisite:  ENGL 100, ENGL 102, or qualifying score on placement exam and CMP 105.
Introduces the student to the creation and evaluation of several kinds of written and oral technical communication.

ENGL 150 College Composition
3 cr.  (3 lec/wk)  Prerequisite:  Satisfactory passing score on Placement Examination or grade of "C" or better in ENGL 100.
Provides instruction in writing competencies expected of college students.  Pays special attention to writing as a problem-solving process, patterns of organization in personal and informative writing, and logical thinking and style in argumentative/persuasive writing.  (Course not applicable to English major or minor.)

ENGL 180 Editing for Business Writing
1 cr.  (1 lec/wk)  Prerequisite:  Satisfactory completion of one of the following:  ENGL 140, 145, 150, an approved college English course, or qualifying score on the placement exam.
Develops three basic editing skills necessary to achieve an on-the-job level of proficiency.  This includes review and instruction on grammar, usage, and style as they apply to the modern office environment.

Ñ - This symbol denotes classes that are offered in an online format in addition to the classroom setting.
* - These courses may only be available on the MSU Billings Senior Campus