English (Technical and Professional Writing)

 ENG104 requires each student to write an organized Research Report. The  page length is 8 pages (not including reference page, table of contents  and cover page). Out of those 8 pages, one whole page can be devoted to  pictures, charts, or graphics. Students can either have one whole page  of graphics, or there can be possibly 4 graphics that take up a quarter  page each spread throughout the report.

The topic of the report  is to connect to the student's major, future profession, or any idea  having to do with business, science, or health. Other than that  guideline, students are free to choose their own topic. It is encouraged  that students discuss ideas for a topic with their instructor. Many  ideas students have for a topic can be made to fit the above  requirement.

The report will incorporate elements of design such as headings, white-space and a table of contents.

All  outside sources must be credited with in-text citations throughout the  report and with a list of References or Works Cited at the end of the  report.

Students must use either MLA or APA Style for crediting  sources. Students may choose which style to use. It is recommended that  students chose the style they will most likely be using in future  classes or in their profession. The class instructor can offer  suggestions on which style a student would most likely use in the  future.