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Undergraduate Core Courses FAQ

What core courses do I need to take in the English, Technical Communication & Media Arts department?

Your major department can help you figure out which courses you can choose from to fulfill your core course requirements:

Architecture
Construction Management
Computer Science and Software Engineering
Information Technology
Business Administration
Civil Engineering Technology
Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Industrial Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Biology
Chemistry
Education
Mathematics
Physics
Social and International Studies
Civil Engineering
Construction Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Systems Engineering

Once you know your requirements, visit Review your course requirement options to review course descriptions, learning outcomes, and choose the courses you'll take in the English, Technical Communication & Media Arts department.

Are English and composition the same thing?

English is a broad term that encompasses literature, language, and composition. Your first-year composition courses are classified as ENGL, or English courses. Visit the First Year Composition pages for more information.

English is not my first language. Is there somewhere I can get help with my core courses in the English, Technical Communication & Media Arts department?

The ATTIC, located in the Student Center in Suite 160, provides basic tutoring, as well as assistance to students like you who speak English as a second language. Visit ATTIC online, or call them at 678-915-7361 for help.

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