EWRT 501B
Advanced Fundamentals of Writing, Reading, and College Preparation


Course Description

This course develops more advanced writing and reading processes. Students will practice complex, varied modes of writing and analysis, including reading responses and essays. Students will learn and practice digital literacy skills. The course will also focus on access to a variety of campus resources across an equitable framework, specific to students' personal, academic, and/or career goals.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
28969 EWRT 501B 01Y ··W···· 12:30 PM-02:20 PM Julie Sartwell L76
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-11-02 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
EWRT 501B.01Y: NONCREDIT LATE START 6-week class, beginning Nov. 02, 2026. EWRT 501A and EWRT 501B are non-credit, 2-unit classes with no prerequisites, no letter grades, no cost, and no barriers to enrollment. These classes serve: recent high school graduates, returning students, first-generation college students, and anyone who wants to build confidence in reading and writing before — or alongside — their college coursework. These courses also support students pursuing transfer, an AA, or simply personal and professional growth. Students can take one or both, and completing both earns students a “Writing and Reading Skills for College and Career Success Certificate.” HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.


Course Details

Units
0 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Non-credit Class
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

(No limit on student re-enrollment for 0 unit courses.)
Back to Top