Standard English Course Sequence
English 101A
STOP
Before enrolling in an
English class, take the
Accuplacer English Test
(Assessment Center Room
714A). Test will determine
eligibility for English 1A. If
you do not place into 1A,
choose either 101A/B
or 102.
&
English 101B
This two-semester program prepares students for success
in reading and writing at the college level. Students learn
strategies to better understand what they read, and to
think and write about the material in clear and logical
ways. Typical assignments include reading full-length
books as well as articles and writing a series of 3-5 page
essays on the class readings. These classes do not focus on
teaching English grammar. *
English 1A
(College English)
English 102
A faster-paced alternative to the 101A/B sequence (above),
this one semester course is recommended for students who
are able to write clear, effective sentences, are prepared to take
on challenging reading and writing tasks sooner, and believe
they will be ready for college-level English with only one
semester of preparation. This class does not focus on teaching
English grammar. *
Note:
Chabot offers specialized skill-building support classes (English 117 and 118) for students with Learning Disabilities
or other learning needs. If you are interested in these support classes, or would like to be tested, please register for English 116
(Learning Skills testing course), or make an appointment with a counselor in the Disabled Students Resource Center (DSRC).
* For English grammar instruction, students may enroll in English 107, an elective; students who do NOT yet speak, read, and write fluently
in English (college level) are advised to take the assessment for ESL courses (see reverse).