COM 099 Developmental English 4 credits

This course provides a review of basic sentence parts, correct usage, mechanics, and punctuation, as well as the use of coordinated and subordinated sentence elements. Improving sentences through sentence combining and use of embedded constructions are reviewed through guided sentence practice. Writing skills are developed through extensive paragraph and essay writing practice. This course is for students who need to review language skills to be prepared for either the occupational or transfer English courses. It is not designed for transfer credit, nor will credit be given toward an associate degree. (4 lecture hours)

Prerequisite: COM 098 and RDG 098 or appropriate placement scores