- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
This course introduces students to the principles of university-level writing and critical reading. Academic writing focuses on the study and application of the principles of university-level discourse, with particular emphasis on exposition and persuasion. Students will read and analyze essays, and write their own compositions. In several language workshops, students will also learn fundamental strategies for developing an effective prose style.
Prerequisite(s)
- C+ in Grade 12 English.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$592.48
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below are eight offerings of ENGL 1177 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 57048
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 57048
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 06 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 1710 |
Instructor
Stephen Ogden
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 62105
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 62105
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 06 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2030 |
Instructor
Ashton Howley
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 64337
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 64337
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 06 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 1750 |
Instructor
Robin Dahling
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 64365
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 64365
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 06 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 401 |
Instructor
Lisa Allen
Course outline
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 66919
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 66919
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 08 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2005 |
Instructor
Ashton Howley
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 67593
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 67593
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 08 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 401 |
Instructor
Lisa Allen
Course outline
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 68357
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Fri Aug 09 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 68357
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 29 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Aug 08 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* PREREQUISITE: Department approval may be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement of C+ in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a Canadian High School. *(B)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(C)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 64330
Duration
Tue Apr 30 - Tue Aug 06 (15 weeks)
- 15 weeks
- CRN 64330
- Domestic fees $592.48International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Apr 30 | N/A | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 208 |
May 07 - Aug 06 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 208 |
Instructor
Robin Dahling
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Credits
3
Domestic fees
$592.48
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
IMPORTANT UPDATE: On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub.*(A)* EQUIVALENCIES: Current BCIT students may also be eligible for the course based on past post-secondary courses. Students who obtained their education in other countries must provide an IELTS document with a minimum score of 7.5 in Writing and 7.0 in Reading. *(B)* EMAIL your proof of Grade 12 English (or equivalent) to echienchu@bcit.ca. You must indicate in your email that you are requesting approval for the ENGL 1177 course and provide your BCIT student number. All approval is on a first-come, first-served basis. *(C)* FINAL EXAMS: In-person in the last week of the course.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Identify and compose a variety of sentence types to achieve a given aim
- Analyze and compose paragraphs of different structures
- Identify and compose thesis statements suited to a given purpose
- Analyze the stylistic qualities of essays having a variety of rhetorical purposes
- Critically read and compose expository essays
- Critically read and compose persuasive essays
- Compose essays that present a critical analysis of an essay or article or part of one
- Write effective summaries of an essay or article or part of one
Effective as of Fall 2004
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