The University of St. Thomas

Technical Communications
Title:Technical Communications
Course Number:SEIS 605
College:Grad Prog in Software Eng
Instructor:STAFF, -
Time:- - -
Location:TBD St Paul
Room:TBD
Credit Hours Start Date End Date Days Available Enrollment Maximum
3 TBD -  -  -   -  -  - 28 0 28
Course Description:
Teaches the fundamentals of written and oral communication as practiced by IT professionals. The course emphasizes product descriptions, instructions, informative and persuasive oral presentations, the role of graphics, and teamwork on projects. In addition, the course introduces managerial strategies and tactics, such as planning and evaluation, which are critical for meeting an intended audience's needs. Recently, the scope of this course was expanded to include communication issues related to business analysis and project management. After completing this course, students will be more confident about their ability to communicate effectively in the workplace. Prerequisite: none