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17 courses with the subject ENG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ENG 111College Composition I3

Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in academic and professional contexts. Teaches the use of print and digital technologies to promote inquiry. Requires the production of a variety of academic texts, totaling at least 4500 words (15 pages typed) of polished writing. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
ENG 112College Composition II3

Further develops students’ ability to write for academic and professional contexts with increased emphasis on argumentation and research. Requires students to evaluate, integrate, and document print and digital sources to produce a range of academic and multimodal texts, culminating in a fully documented research paper. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111 Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 113Technical-Professional Writing3

Develops ability in technical writing through extensive practice in composing technical reports and technical documents. Guides students in achieving voice, tone, style, and content in formatting, editing, and graphics. Introduces students to technical discourse through selected readings. Provides instruction and practice in basic principles of oral communication/presentation. This is a Passport and UCGS Transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111 . Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 115Technical Writing3

Develops ability in technical writing through extensive practice in composing technical reports and other documents. Guides students in achieving voice, tone, style, and content in formatting, editing, and graphics. Introduces students to technical discourse through selected reading.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
EDE 10 , ENF1, ENF 2 or placement. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 125Introduction to Literature3

Introduces students to a range of literary genres that may include poetry, fiction, drama, creative nonfiction, and other cultural texts, as it continues to develop college writing.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111 . Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 131Technical Report Writing I3

Offers a review of organizational skills including paragraph writing and basic forms of technical communications, various forms of business correspondence, and basic procedures for research writing. Includes instruction and practice in oral communication skills. This course applies to career/technical education (CTE) programs. ENG 113 serves both transfer and CTE programs.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111 . Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 210Advanced Composition3

Helps students refine skills in writing non-fiction prose. Guides development of individual voice and style. Introduces procedures for publication.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 or divisional approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 211Creative Writing3

Explores fundamentals of writing imaginatively in genres such as poetry, fiction, drama, and essays. Examines terminology and techniques through readings about the craft of creative writing and model texts and provides students the opportunity to apply these techniques in their own writing. Requires students to develop and revise original work through peer and instructor feedback.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 or divisional approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 212Creative Writing II3

Introduces the student to the fundamentals of writing imaginatively. Students write in forms to be selected from poetry, fiction, drama, and essays. Part II of II.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 or divisional approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 225Reading Literature: Culture and Ideas3

Examines a set of literary texts linked by a particular theme, with inquiry into the historical, cultural, and/or social contexts of the texts and the theme. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and intertextual study, as well as highlights an exploration of cultural ideas. Engages works of diverse genres, authors, and time periods. Specific themes will vary by section. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or departmental approval.
ENG 236Introduction to the Short Story3

Examines selected short stories emphasizing the history of the genre. Involves critical reading and writing.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 or divisional approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 245British Literature3

Examines British literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts in their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts.This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or departmental approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 246American Literature3

Examines American literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Analyzes literary works within their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. Emphasizes the skill of close reading. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through discussion, interpretation, and analysis of these texts. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or departmental approval.
ENG 250Children’s Literature3

Examines the history and development of children’s literature of diverse genres, time periods, and authors. Focuses on analysis of texts for literary qualities and audience. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 or departmental approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 255World Literature3

Examines literary texts across a variety of cultures, genres, and time periods. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts from around the world in their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 or departmental approval. Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 258African American Literature3

Explores the stories African American authors tell about themselves, their communities, and the world. Examines common and diverging themes within African American literary traditions through the study of diverse authors, genres, and literary movements from a variety of time periods. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and consideration of historical and cultural contexts. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or departmental approval Lecture 3 hours.
ENG 275Women in Literature3

Examines literary texts by women writers from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops skill of close reading and literary analysis through analysis of texts within their historical, cultural, social and/or literary contexts. Explores how women’s experiences have shaped their literary contributions, the cultural forces affecting their lives, and how they have used writing to shape their cultures. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Subject
ENG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or departmental approval.

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