May 19, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog This is not the most recent catalog version; be sure you are viewing the appropriate catalog year.

Courses


 
  
  • WGST 487L4 - Internship in Women’s and Gender Studies | GELB


    This course provides students with an opportunity to deal directly with issues affecting women by working with agencies and local organizations.

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)



    Previously listed as WGST 487; WGST 487 - Cooperative Education in Women’s Studies
    Updates Grading Mode 4/2015, effective Fall 2015; Number Change 7/2014, effective Fall 2015; Title Change 05/2012, effective Winter 2013


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WGST 497 - Independent Study


    Advanced study on an individual basis in areas in which the program does not offer formal courses. These courses are restricted to juniors and seniors.

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (see dept.)


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WGST 498 - Independent Study


    Advanced study on an individual basis in areas in which the program does not offer formal courses. These courses are restricted to juniors and seniors.

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (see dept.)


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WGST 499 - Independent Study


    Advanced study on an individual basis in areas in which the program does not offer formal courses. These courses are restricted to juniors and seniors.

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (see dept.)


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 120 - Composition I: Writing the College Experience


    Introduces use of writing and reading for inquiry. Students write extended essays about subjects relevant to the college experience using conventions of standard written English; assignments may also incorporate other genres and styles. Emphasis is placed on using writing and reading as a process for discovery, and on communicating ideas to audiences.

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Previously listed as ENGL 120
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 120

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Summer 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 121 - Composition II: Researching the Public Experience | GEEC


    Focuses on academic writing and inquiry. Students use multiple modes of research to develop literacy used in academic and other public contexts. Through extended reading and writing, students engage in the process of writing researched essays that reflect conventions of standard written English and standard documentation styles.

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    In WRTG 121, EMU students develop the foundation for writing, research and critical thinking strategies that they will use throughout their college careers and in the workplace. Writings is both a means of communication, and a tool for developing new ideas. Good writers are flexible.  They know how to assess the expectations of a variety of audiences with whom they want to communicate and how to draw on or develop different strategies to meet those expectations. Good writers also understand that different kinds of writing have different conventions and they can move fluidly between those conventions. Writing 121 students develop these strategies that are key to effective communication throughout the course. Students write between 50-70 pages of draft work and between 20-30 pages of polished, final-draft work during the course of the semester, and that work is supported and directed by frequent feedback from the instructor.
    Previously listed as ENGL 121
    Equivalent Courses

      

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 177 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Credit/No-Credit Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 178 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 179 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 225 - Writing in a Changing World


    Students will analyze and produce writing intended to affect change in particular contexts. Writing in the course will include analysis of and reflections on contexts, genre features and audiences for writing. The course will culminate in a document reflecting understanding of these issues, preferably for an audience beyond the class.

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) ENGL 121 
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing

    Previously listed as ENGL 225
    Updates Prefix Change 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Links 04/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 277 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 278 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different)
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 279 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 310W - Writing and Civic Literacy | GEWI


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    An examination of the role of writing and rhetoric in shaping an informed public. Students use writing and related media to explore, analyze and advocate on issues of public concern. Emphasizes Literacy as the art and responsibility of contemporary citizenship.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) ENGL 121  or WRTG 121  
    Class-Level Restriction Junior standing or above

    Notes | Sophomores may be eligible to enroll, see instructor/department for details.


    Previously listed as WRTG 310 - Writing and Civic Literacy, ENGL 310
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 310, ENGL 310

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Change to number and approved for GEWI 4/2017, effective Fall 2017; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 323W - Writing in the Professional World | GEWI


    A writing intensive course where students practice and learn about workplace and organizational writing. Students are introduced to a range of workplace genres and contexts, as well as introductory rhetorical theory.

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) ENGL 121 
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing or above


    Previously listed as ENGL 323W, ENGL 323
    Updates Change to description and class restriction 6/2015, effective Fall 2015; Prefix Change 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Gen Ed Approval 5/2012; Links 01/2012


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 324W - Principles of Technical Communication | GEWI


    A writing intensive course where students learn and practice principles of technical and interdisciplinary communication. Includes introductory rhetorical theory, document and information design, and digital writing components.

    Credit 3 hrs
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing or above


    Previously listed as ENGL 324W; ENGL 324
    Updates Change to description and class restrictions 6/2015, effective Fall 2015; Prefix Change 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Gen Ed Approval 5/2012; Links 04/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 326W - Research Writing | GEWI


    A course designed to explore the strategies, format and styles of writing appropriate for academic research with emphasis on the student’s own field of study.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121  
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing


    Previously listed as WRTG 326 - Research Writing; ENGL 326 - Research Writing
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 326

    Updates Approved for GEWI, Change to number 3/2017, effective Fall 2017; Prefix Change 10/2013, effective Summer 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 328W - Writing, Style and Technology | GEWI


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    An advanced writing course that explores a range of styles for multiple purposes, audiences and technologies. Applications of word processing, on-line discussion, and Internet resources will be integrated with writing assignments.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) JRNL 215 , WRTG 225 , ENGL 300W , WRTG 323W , WRTG 324W , or WRTG 326W  
    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing


    Previously listed as ENGL 328W, ENGL 328
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 328W, ENGL 328

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Change to number and approved for GEWI 5/2012


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 354W - Critical Digital Literacies | GEWI


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    This course engages students in examining the new literacy practices of digital writing forums and technologies in concert with projects where they employ, learn and experience new digital writing technologies.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121   
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing


    Previously listed as WRTG 354 - Critical Digital Literacies, ENGL 354
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 354, ENGL 354

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Change to number and approved for GEWI 5/2017, effective Fall 2017; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 370W - Peer Tutoring | GEWI


    This course addresses strategies and approaches for working one-to-one with students from across the disciplines to help them improve their writing. It prepares students to be peer writing tutors in the University Writing Center.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121  
    Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing or above


    Previously listed as WRTG 370 - Peer Tutoring, ENGL 370
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 370, ENGL 370

    Updates Change to number and approved for GEWI 4/2017, effective Fall 2017; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; New Course 4/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 377 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 378 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 379 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different)
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 417 - Rhetoric and the Written Word


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    An advanced course introducing students to the concepts, principles, and approaches to classical and contemporary rhetoric and their relationship to today’s written media.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) One “ENGL” course (200-399) 
    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Previously listed as ENGL 417
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 417, WRTG 518

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Graduate Credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Graduate Credit added 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 424 - Technical Writing


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    An advanced workshop that prepares students to communicate, particularly to write, on the job.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W  
    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Previously listed as ENGL 424
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 424, WRTG 521

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Graduate Credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Graduate Credit added 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 427 - Technical Editing


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    Editing of technical material for publication. Principles of style, format, graphics layout and publication management.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W  
    Class-Level Restriction Junior standing or above

    Previously listed as ENGL 427
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 522, ENGL 427

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Graduate Credit rescinded and equivalent course added 7/2014, effective Winter 2015; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Graduate Credit added 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 428 - Writing Computer Documentation


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to Course Description  and Title (Writing Documentation, Usability, & User Experience Research)


    An advanced writing course that introduces students to the principles of designing, preparing and testing documents common in the computer industry, particularly software documentation for users.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) COSC 101  and WRTG 324W  
    Notes | Students who do not meet prerequisite requirements may request department permission to enroll in the course.

    Previously listed as ENGL 428
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 428, WRTG 523

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Graduate Credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Prefix Change 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Graduate Credit 07/2011; Links 04/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 444 - Writing for the World Wide Web


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to    


    An advanced writing course focused on composing documents for publication on the World Wide Web and other electronic spaces, such as interactive CD-ROMs.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121  and (WRTG 225  or ENGL 300W  or any 300-level ENGL class)
    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Previously listed as ENGL 444
    Equivalent Courses WRTG 544, ENGL 444

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Graduate Credit rescinded and equivalent course added 7/2014, effective Winter 2015; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Graduate Credit added 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 477 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit (provided topics are different)
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 478 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 479 - Special Topics


    An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once, provided different topics are studied.

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Variable

    Updates New Course 10/2013, effective Winter 2014


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 484W - Seminar in Written Communications | GEWI


    Winter 2018 Update | Change to   


    A seminar requiring students to assess their progress in the major and to consider how their beliefs and practices concerning written communications relate to larger social and rhetorical considerations.

    Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 424  
    Class-Level Restriction Senior standing


    Previously listed as ENGL 484W, ENGL 484
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 484W, ENGL 484

    Updates Change to description 10/2017, effective Winter 2018; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014; Change to number and approved for GEWI 5/2012


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 488L4 - Internship in Technical Writing | GELB


    Optional, practical on-the-job work experience for recommended students electing an opportunity provided by the department or finding an appropriate outside opportunity subsequently approved by the intern supervisor; paid or non paid. One hour credit for 10-15 hours per week; two hours for 16-25 hours; three hours for 26 and above.

    Recommendation of technical writing professor and cumulative 3.0 GPA is required in order to enroll in this course

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W 
    Class-Level Restriction Junior or Senior standing



    Previously listed as ENGL 488L4 - Internship in Technical Writing, ENGL 488
    Equivalent Courses  ENGL 488L4, ENGL 488, WRTG 587

    Updates Change to Prefix and Graduate Credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to number for GELB 7/2014, effective Fall 2015, Graduate Credit 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 489L4 - Internship in Technical Writing | GELB


    Optional, practical on-the-job work experience for recommended students electing an opportunity provided by the department or finding an appropriate outside opportunity subsequently approved by the intern supervisor; paid or non paid. One hour credit for 10-15 hours per week; two hours for 16-25 hours; three hours for 26 and above.

    Recommendation of technical writing professor and cumulative 3.0 GPA is required in order to enroll in this course

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W 
    Class-Level Restriction Junior or Senior standing



    Previously listed as ENGL 489L4 - Internship in Technical Writing, ENGL 489
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 489L4, ENGL 489, WRTG 588

    Updates Change to prefix and graduate credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to number for GELB 7/2014, effective Fall 2015, Graduate Credit 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 490L4 - Internship in Technical Writing | GELB


    Optional, practical on-the-job work experience for recommended students electing an opportunity provided by the department or finding an appropriate outside opportunity subsequently approved by the intern supervisor; paid or non paid. One hour credit for 10-15 hours per week; two hours for 16-25 hours; three hours for 26 and above.

    Recommendation of technical writing professor and cumulative 3.0 GPA is required in order to enroll in this course

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F)

    Prerequisite(s) WRTG 324W 
    Class-Level Restriction Junior or Senior standing



    Previously listed as ENGL 490L4 - Internship in Technical Writing, ENGL 490
    Equivalent Courses ENGL 490L4, ENGL 490, WRTG 589

    Updates Change to prefix and graduate credit rescinded 12/2015, effective Fall 2016; Change to number for GELB 7/2014, effective Fall 2015, Graduate Credit 7/2011


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 497 - Independent Study


    An intensive study of a topic not offered in the regular curriculum, the particular topic to be defined (and credit hours set) by the teacher and student, subject to approval by the curriculum committee. Restricted to students taking majors or minors in the English Language and Literature Department. 

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 1 hr May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (See Dept.)

    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Updates New Course 3/2017, effective Fall 2017


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 498 - Independent Study


    An intensive study of a topic not offered in the regular curriculum, the particular topic to be defined (and credit hours set) by the teacher and student, subject to approval by the curriculum committee. Restricted to students taking majors or minors in the English Language and Literature Department. 

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (See Dept.)

    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Updates New Course 3/2017, effective Fall 2017


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


  
  • WRTG 499 - Independent Study


    An intensive study of a topic not offered in the regular curriculum, the particular topic to be defined (and credit hours set) by the teacher and student, subject to approval by the curriculum committee. Restricted to students taking majors or minors in the English Language and Literature Department. 

    Department Permission is required

    Credit 3 hrs May be repeated for additional credit
    Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation as needed (See Dept.)

    Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

    Updates New Course 3/2017, effective Fall 2017


    Summer 2024 Course Sections

    Fall 2024 Course Sections


 

Page: 1 <- Back 1044 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 51 | 52 | 53 | 54