Apr 24, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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UX 499 - UX and Communication Design Internship

6 lecture hours 0 lab hours 6 credits
Course Description
The senior user experience (UX) and communication design student is required to gain practical industry experience in the field of UX and technical communication. All internships must be arranged through the department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Communication. This internship is designed to allow the student to experience the realities of the UX and technical communication profession. Each student is required to submit a comprehensive final report documenting all aspects of the internship. (prereq: junior standing and permission of the UX program director)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Learn how the UX and communication areas fit in with the rest of the company
  • Learn how jobs are assigned to these areas of the company
  • Learn how to assist their supervisors in conceptualizing a project
  • Learn how to assist or take charge of completing a project
  • Learn the value of performing as a professional by being critical, helpful, punctual, and polite
  • Learn the value of cooperating with fellow employees

Prerequisites by Topic
  • None

Course Topics
  • The projects are dependent on the host company

Coordinator
Dr. Nadya Shalamova



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