Introduction to Technical Communication

Catalog description

This introductory course explores the field of technical communication and workplace scenarios that involve technical writing. Emphasizing rhetorical awareness, this course guides students to explore the principles, issues, and practices of technical communication. Students will learn to analyze, create, adapt, and revise technical documents for various audiences and contexts. Typical assignments include translating complex concepts for public audiences, for example: technical descriptions, instruction sets, usability testing reports, and visual displays of information. This course includes individual and collaborative projects, focusing on writing as a process. Students will brainstorm topics, draft documents, and revise their work based on the feedback from the instructor and peers. Recommended preparation: This course is most effective for students who have at least sophomore standing. Counts as a Communication Intensive course. Prereq: Academic Inquiry Seminar (AIQS).