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BTWRT 115 Business English


Minimum Units: 5
Maximum Units: 5
Review of vocabulary, punctuation, grammar, and current formats of business correspondence. Write business correspondence, a resume, and cover letter using Standard English. Research topics using web technology and standard references to prepare presentation.
Prerequisite Required: Placement in ENGL 99  or equivalent or successful completion EAP 90  or equivalent with a 2.0 or better. Recommended: Microsoft Word and Internet experience.
Add Consent: Not Required
Drop Consent: Not Required
Grading System: Mandatory decimal grading
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Write sentences, paragraphs, letters and short reports.
  • Explain readings related to consumer issues, safety, and other business-related topics
  • Write a resume that includes education, work, and volunteer experience in an acceptable resume format.
  • Prepare and deliver an oral presentation on a business-related topic.
  • Apply knowledge of sentence and paragraph construction that incorporates correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation usage using Standard English.
  • Use current industry-standard formats for business correspondence.

Meets Requirements for Communication Skills: Prof/Tech Certificate
This course fulfills a distribution requirement for: Restricted Transfer



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