Language Institute ... Basic English Courses

Basic English 1 – 9. These courses are designed to improve the English language and literacy skills of students. A placement test is needed to determine in which level a student should begin. In each course, students will work on the reading, writing, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills appropriate to that level. A passing score is needed to progress to the next course level.

       Course                      Number                  Starting English level                           

    Basic English 1          LILNG–0101             Beginning literacy & low-beginning ESL

    Basic English 2          LILNG–0102             Low beginning ESL

    Basic English 3          LILNG–0103             High-beginning ESL

    Basic English 4          LILNG–0104             Low-intermediate ESL

    Basic English 5          LILNG–0105             Low-intermediate ESL

    Basic English 6          LILNG–0106             Intermediate ESL

    Basic English 7          LILNG–0107             Intermediate ESL

    Basic English 8          LILNG–0108             High-intermediate ESL

    Basic English 9          LILNG–0109             High-intermediate ESL

Basic Communication 1 (LIBSC–0100). This course focuses on oral communication for students and emphasizes basic pronunciation and conversation.

Basic Communication 2 (LIBSC–0150). This course is designed for those students who need further development of their speaking and listening skills.

Reading Skills 1 (LILNG–0120). This course is designed to help students read with greater comprehension, retention and speed; they will also improve their passive and active vocabulary skills.

Basic English for Healthcare (LILNG–0125). In this course, students, who are interested in working in the healthcare professions can learn English grammar and vocabulary related to this important field of work.

Basic English for Business (LILNG–0130). This course is designed to provide students with some of the language and culture skills needed in the American workplace. Vocabulary will focus on common employment topics, and writing practice will include a resume and cover letter.

Computer Fundamentals (LICPT–0101). In this course, students who are unfamiliar with computers can learn the basics of using a computer, including using a word processor, saving and printing documents, entering data on a spreadsheet, using e-mail and finding information on the Internet.