EMP 100, Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 3-0-3 (Prerequisite: Provisional admission) Provides a study of human relations and professional development in today’s rapidly changing world to prepare students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include: personal skills required for an understanding of self and others, projecting a professional image, job acquisition skills such as conducting a job search, interviewing techniques, job applications, and resume preparation, and desirable job performance skills and attitudes necessary for job retention and advancement.

ENG 101, English 5-0-5 (Prerequisites: ENG 097 and RDG 097 or admission placement testing.) Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication. Topics include: analysis of writing techniques used in selected readings, writing practice, editing and proofreading, research skills, and oral presentation skills. Homework assignments reinforce classroom learning.

ENG 102, Technical Writing 5-0-5 (Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 098 and RDG 098) Emphasizes practical knowledge of technical communication techniques, procedures, and reporting formats used in industry and business. Topics include: composition/grammar review, technical communications, construction of informal reports, business letters, oral reports, graphics use, information collection, and production of technical reports. Homework assignments reinforce classroom learning.

PSY 101, Basic Psychology 5-0-5 (Prerequisite: admission placement testing) Presents the basic principles of human behavior and their application to everyday life and work. Topics include: introduction to psychology, social environments, communication and group processes, personality, emotions and motives, conflicts, stress, and anxiety, perception and learning, and lifespan development.

PSY 151, Master Student Techniques 3-0-3 Provides methods, procedures, and skills for improving time management, study skills, test taking, communication skills, and stress management.