Learning Support (DV00)  Diploma


Learning Support is a series of courses designed to assist students in attaining regular program admission by providing them the opportunity to correct deficiencies and/or improve their skills in the areas of reading, English, and mathematics. The Learning Support Courses aim to prepare students for successful participation in occupational/technical programs.

NOTE: Learning Support courses are designed to help students succeed in their core academic and occupational classes. These courses carry institutional credit only and do not count toward degree requirements.

Curriculum Outline (24 hours)
English 6
ENGL 0096

Emphasizes standard English usage. Topics include capitalization, basic punctuation, subject and verb agreement, correct verb forms, spelling, and basic paragraph development

3
ENGL 0097
Prerequisite: ENGL 0096

Emphasizes the rules of grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and writing in order to ensure a smooth transition into communicating orally and in writing. Topics include basic grammar, basic mechanics, spelling, and writing skills.

3
Reading 6
READ 0096Reading I 3
READ 0097Reading II 3
Math 12
MATH 0096Math I 3
MATH 0097Math II 3
MATH 0098Elementary Algebra 3
MATH 0099Intermediate Algebra 3
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