TCID 3080 - Advanced Professional and Technical Writing

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

This course offers students the opportunity to analyze and respond to communication contexts specific to their area of study and associated professions. Specifically, students will study audience analysis, the art of plain language and technical communication style and design, and the arrangement of information in workplace communication. Genres may vary each semester and may include the writing and design of fliers and infographics, e-portfolios, proposals, performance assessments, and other types of workplace documents. The curriculum is informed by current research in professional and technical communication and is guided by the needs and practices of industry and society at large. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Writing Intensive. Prer., Sophomore Standing; TCID 2080 or TCID 2090 or ENGL 1410 or equivalent.