English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

EAP-103:  Academic Communication Skills  (3 Credits)  

The focus of this course is to strengthen students' English language skills, primarily in listening and speaking in academic settings; however, reading and writing skills will also be integrated into the course. The goal is to increase fluency in English in order to be successful in academic studies and social interactions. Students will also enhance their study skills, cross-cultural awareness and conversation skills by completing various in-class activities and homework assignments. This course is open to undergraduate students who are non-native speakers of English. TOEFL score between 500 and 550 (paper-based test), 173-213 (computer-based test), and 61-80 (Internet-based test).

Fulfills Core Requirement in Foreign Languages for EAP students.  
EAP-104:  Advanced Communication Skills  (3 Credits)  
Pre-requisite(s): EAP-103 or permission of instructor is required.  

The focus of this course is to strengthen students' oral communication skills in English that are essential to academic success in higher education. Students will increase fluency by preparing for and participating in academic and cultural discussions, completing listening/ speaking projects, and by reflecting on ways to increase intercultural communication. Students will also enhance their study skills, cross-cultural awareness and conversation skills by completing assignments. This course is open to undergraduate students who are non-native speakers of English.

Fulfills Core Requirement in Foreign Languages for EAP students.  
EAP-111:  Academic Research and Writing  (3 Credits)  

This course will focus on strategies for academic research and varieties of expository writing for different audiences and situations. Students will improve their proficiency in the English language by developing effective styles of writing paragraphs and essays, culminating in a final research project. They will also expand their understanding of grammatical structures and academic vocabulary. Weekly individual work with a tutor in the EAP program or at the Writing Center is required.

Fulfills Core Requirement in Foreign Languages for EAP students.  
EAP-112:  Academic Writing in Disciplines  (3 Credits)  
Pre-requisite(s): EAP-111 or permission of instructor is required.  

This course will focus on strategies for research, reading, and writing in various academic disciplines. Students will improve their proficiency in the English language by developing effective styles of writing essays, analyzing texts, and using appropriate forms of MLA/APA citations. They will also expand their understanding of grammatical structures and academic vocabulary. Weekly individualized work with a tutor in the EAP program or at the Writing Center is required.

Fulfills Core Requirement in Foreign Languages for EAP students.