Apr 25, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)

TC 498 A - Technical Communication Practicum

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
TC 498 A  is designed to give students working toward the technical communication minor or technical communication certificate an opportunity to gain workplace experience in the technical communication field. Each student is required to submit a final report documenting all aspects of the practicum experience. (prereq: senior standing, enrollment in TC minor or TC certificate program, permission of TC program director).
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Develop job search and interview skills.
  • Explore diverse career options and interests. 
  • Develop or enhance professional skills and knowledge of workplace procedures. 
  • Develop networking contacts with professionals in a relevant field. 
  • Enhance professional résumés through on-the-job experience. 
  • Develop teamwork and leadership skills. 
  • Apply classroom learning to authentic work experience.

Prerequisites by Topic
  • Foundations of technical writing.
  • Foundations of  desktop publishing and visual design.
  • Foundations of professional presentations.  

Course Topics
  • No course topics appended.

Coordinator
Nadya Shalamova



Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)