Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

Dakota College at Bottineau

Introduction to Professional Writing ENGL 125 (Online)

Course Syllabus

Fall 2016 (2

8 Weeks) – October 24

– December 11

Instructor/Contact Information:

Instructor: John Hansen

Office: Virtual

Office Phone: 319-572-6744

E-mail

The best way to contact me is through e-mail at

I check my e-

mail several times throughout the day. If you do not receive a response within 24-48 hours, please

resend your e-mail. You may also call me at 319-572-6744 -- please feel free to leave a voicemail if I

do not answer and I will promptly return your call.

Course Prefix/Number/Title:

Introduction to Professional Writing: English 125 (online 2

8-week course)

Three credit hours (3)

Course Description:

This course is designed for students in all areas of study. Students will utilize critical thinking

skills to apply their knowledge of the technical writing style, format, and strategy to various

professional writing tasks. These tasks include correspondences, memos, and job application

materials (resume, cover letter, etc.), to name a few.

Course Policies and Procedures:

This class is not a self-directed class or an independent study.

It will follow a strict calendar.

You should access each week’s information early in the week,

beginning Sundays, in order for you to have enough time to do the required assignments for the

week.

General Instructional/Specific Learning Outcomes: