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Transitional Studies

TRS – Transitional Studies
As the title implies, Transitional Studies are designed to assist students in their transition from high school to college. The classes do not give students credit towards graduation, but do carry credit which can be applied to financial aid and housing requirements. Students receive a grade of S (Satisfactory) or NC (No credit).

TRS 82 Introduction to Algebra (3-0) 3
This course provides review and instruction in elementary algebra and offers the opportunity to apply these skills to word problems and critical thinking exercises.

TRS 85 Fundamentals of English Grammar (1-0) 1
This course reviews the fundamentals of English grammar, usage, and punctuation.

TRS 90 Strategies For Reading (3-0) 3
This course introduces students to strategies for reading the types of texts assigned in entry-level college courses.

TRS 91 The Writing Process (3-0) 3
Designed to improve the composition skills of students who have weak backgrounds in writing. The course focuses on pre-writing, logic, paragraph organization, and essay structure and includes frequent one-on-one critique sessions with the instructor.

TRS 92 Intermediate Algebra (2-1) 3
Designed to provide review and instruction in college preparatory mathematics for students with deficiencies in or apprehensions about required entrance level mathematics courses. The course will cover such topics as algebraic expressions, manipulation of signed numbers, solving equations and inequalities, algebraic fractions, polynomials, exponents, radical expression, and graphing. Students who wish to enroll in this course should have successfully completed at least the equivalent of Algebra I.

TRS 95 Learning Skills (2-0) 2
Designed to develop the thought processes, habits, and skills students need in order to succeed in college. Subjects covered include time management, note taking, concentration, textbook reading, test taking, memory development and college policies.

 

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