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English Courses

All students are required to take a reading and a writing placement test before enrolling in any reading or writing class at Hawai'i CC. Concurrent UH Hilo classified majors should check the Placement Testing information in the college catalog.

  • Eng 20—Reading and Writing Essentials (4) PreReq: none
    An introduction to the reading, reasoning, and writing skills essential to succeed in pre college-level English courses. Through development of study skills and practice in reading, discussion, summarizing of concepts, and incorporating ideas into writing, this course will familiarize students with the components of critical thinking and composition.
  • Eng 21—Developmental Reading (3) PreReq: "C" or better in ESL 9 or Eng 20R or placement in Eng 21
  • Reading to find main ideas and specific details, to draw inferences, and to develop critical judgment. Training to develop flexible reading rates, study skills, and vocabulary. Drill and practice in independent reading activities. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 22—Introduction to Expository Writing (3) PreReq: "C" or better in Eng 20W or placement in Eng 22; and Eng 20R or Eng 51 or placement in Eng 21
    Instruction and practice in writing clear, effective, well-developed paragraphs and short essays using various modes of development. Exit examination required. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 100—Expository Writing (3) PreReq: Eng 21 or "B" or better in Eng 51 or placement in Eng 102; and "C" or better in Eng 22 or "C" or better in ESL 15 or placement in Eng 100
    Instruction and practice in writing clear, effective university-level prose. Attention to all stages of the process—generating ideas, drafting, revising, and editing. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 102—College Reading Skills (3) PreReq: Eng 21 or placement in Eng 102; and Eng 20W or ESL 13 or placement in Eng 22
    Emphasis on reading college-level materials, including improvement in the following areas: problem solving skills, reading and interpreting literature, college vocabulary, study skills, library research skills, and speed reading skills to become a flexible reader. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 204—Creative Writing (3) PreReq: "C" or better in Eng 100
  • Students will practice writing poems, scenes, and short stories. The course includes creative writing assignments and discussions of each student's writing. May be repeated for credit, up to 9 credits. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 255—Types of Literature: Short Story and Novel (3) PreReq: Eng 100
    An introduction to two major types of English literature: the short story and the novel. Students will read, analyze, and discuss works of fiction as well as learn how to apply principles of interpretation to other literary works. The goal of the course is to help students achieve a greater understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of literature. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 256—Types of Literature: Poetry and Drama (3) PreReq: Eng 100
    An introduction to two major types of English literature: poetry and drama. Students will read, analyze, and discuss poems and plays as well as learn how to apply principles of interpretation to other literary works. The goal of the course is to help students achieve a greater understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of literature. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 257A—Themes in Literature: Literature of Hawai`i (3) PreReq: Eng 100
    This course introduces students to persistent themes that appear in the English language literature of 19th and 20th century Hawai`i. Literary contributions from a wide range of sources representative of Hawai'i's rich cultural and ethnic diversity will be studied in their historical and cultural context. Emphasis will be placed on the themes that help readers to appreciate the ideological and aesthetic qualities specific to Hawai`i's literature as well as those that identify Hawai`i as part of a global community. (3 lec hrs.)
  • Eng 257E—Themes in Literature: Multi-Cultural Literature (3) PreReq: Eng 100
    This course is a multi-cultural literature course designed for students who want to learn more about the various ethnic groups in the U.S. through analysis of various literary works. In addition, the course will focus on how various ethnic groups have felt the impact of other cultures, especially the Euro-centric, in the economic, educational, historical, religious and social areas. This course will also show how certain themes, such as the family, cultural heritage, community assimilation, and the spiritual are reflected in the selected literature. (3 lec hrs.)