The term ENG. COURSE is composed of two words: LIT (3 letters) and COMP (4 letters). LIT stands for Literature, which is a branch of the humanities that deals with the study of written works, such as novels, plays, and poetry. COMP stands for Computer Science, which is a field of study that focuses on the design, development, and analysis of computer systems and software. Together, ENG. COURSE refers to a course in English Literature and Computer Science.