COS 101 - College Skills 4 cr.

This is a four (4) credit course designed to provide students with essential study, reading and writing skills to enhance their academic college experiences. Students will receive instruction and practice in a wide variety of study, test/note taking, reading, and writing strategies. An emphasis will be placed on critical reading with a focus on higher-level comprehension and vocabulary skills needed in a variety of academic disciplines. An additional lab component will augment the course and provide individualized practice in specific skills. Prerequisite: OTP 070 with a grade of C or higher, or by Accuplacer reading placement score. Fall, Spring