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Equivalency Details

Equivalency Details

The information presented is an unofficial guide to how courses may transfer. Other factors to consider are grades received in the courses, the year in which the course was taken, and the major pursued after transfer. In all instances, final decisions about acceptance of course credit will be made by Reading Area Community College.

If you complete the following at Community College of Allegheny County:

  • This course develops information literacy skills, with a focus on research-based writing. Building on English 101, this course emphasizes critical and ethical analysis of popular and scholarly writing, in addition to inquiry-based research. Students develop other crucial research skills, particularly: using technology to conduct primary and secondary research, systematic evaluation, synthesis and documentation of sources, and critical thinking about the social, intellectual,and cultural frameworks through which evidence and conclusions are presented. Students produce multiple research-based writing assignments totaling 15 to 20 pages.
    Credits
    3.00

You may receive up to 3.00 credits at Reading Area Community College:

  • An introduction to short story, drama and poetry, the course builds on and develops writing and research skills begun in COM 121. Students engage in class discussions as well as compose essays which respond to and analyze literary works.
    Credits
    3.00