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Technical Writing and Communication - Post-Degree Certificate
Graduation Checksheet (MS Word) Master the essential skills needed for a career in technical writing and communication. Technical writers communicate ideas clearly and concisely in manuals, reports, journal articles, web pages and other forms of print and electronic communication. Complete this program by taking classes exclusively on weekdays, exclusively on evenings/weekends, or in a combination of day, evening and weekend classes. Before enrolling in this certificate, you must fulfill certain requirements. What can I do with this certificate? Career Options: Obtain employment or further your career as a technical writer in business or industry, or begin a career as a freelance writer. Academic Options: Continue your studies by taking additional coursework in writing or web development. Location: Downtown Campus and West Campus Department/Contact Information: 206-7045 (Downtown); 206-6990 (West) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS | Course # | Course Title | Credits | | Required Core Courses | | DAR 103 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 3 | | DAR 120 | Applied Computer Graphics | 4 | | WRT 140 | Writing and Editing Technical Communications | 3 | | WRT 254 | Advanced Professional Communication | 3 | | Subtotal | 13 | | Technical Elective - Complete one course from the following list: | | CSA 120 | Word Processing: Word | 3 | | CSA 165 | Dreamweaver for Microsoft Windows I | 3 | | CIS 121 | Web Publishing | 3 | | DAR 256 | Web Design: Dreamweaver | 4 | | Subtotal | 3-4 | | Total | 16-17 |
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