Course Descriptions
Center for Academic Enhancement
Lecturers J. M. Bell, M. L. Johnson, V. M. McDonnell, K. D. Speed; Assistant Lecturers B. L. Brookins, S. W. Haigler, J. A. Rose, C. L. Sandoval
Center for Academic Enhancement
(CAEN)
001. Basic Mathematical Skills. Credit 1 to 3.
Developmental instruction in mathematics; includes the integers and rational numbers and applications, exponents, polynomials, solution of equations, graphing, elementary geometry and reasoning skills. May not be used for credit toward a degree.
002. Basic Writing Skills. Credit 1 to 3.
Individualized instruction in English composition based on an analysis of the student’s proofreading, revision and editing skills; a programmed sequence of study and practice designed for improvement of writing performance through mastery of basic skills at word, sentence, paragraph and multiparagraph levels. May not be used for credit toward a degree.
003. Basic Reading Skills. Credit 1 to 3.
Individualized instruction in reading based on an analysis of the student’s reading comprehension skills; study and practice of reading strategies designed to increase reading comprehension skills. May not be used for credit toward a degree.
101. Application of Learning Theories to College Studies. (2-0). Credit 2.
The study of critical theories of learning with application to academic performance; designated as the university’s learning framework course, this course is designed to help students understand learning theory and develop strategies for successful completion of college level studies.
102. Career Awareness. (2-0). Credit 2.
Encourages planning career and life goals early in academic career for timely decision-making related to academics, acquiring marketable skills, pursuing relevant experiential education, and participating in student/professional organizations; acquaints students with realities of early career, emphasizes utilization of resources on a timely basis for competitiveness in job market.
289. Special Topics in… Credit 1 to 4.
Selected topics in academic development and improvement. Prerequisite: Approval of coordinator.