Minor in Technical Communication

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The Technical Communication Minor helps you gain valuable skills in visual design, usability testing, technical writing and instructional design. In addition, you will learn how to use productivity tools effectively and modern technologies and assess challenges in digital accessibility and search engine optimization. This minor will prepare you for technical communication in multi-media programs and various career settings.

Additionally, if you have completed your degree and want to come back to KSU for classes that will help you make the next move in your career, then our Technical Communication Certificate is for you. Our Technical Writing (TCOM 2010) class is required for both the minor and certificate. This class introduces the organization, style, and mechanics of technical writing. You will also practice writing specific documents such as technical descriptions, instructions, proposals and recommendation reports.
After taking TCOM 2010, the choice is yours. We offer minor and certificate concentrations in user experience, SEO, instructional design, and more.

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Program Snapshot

Required Courses: 3 credit hours

TCOM 2010: Technical Writing

Additional Courses: 12 Credit Hours

TCID 2002: Productivity Tools and Technologies
TCID 3400: Front-End Development I
TCID 3800: Front-End Development II
TCOM 2030: Research in Technical Communication
TCOM 2050: Issues in Digital Accessibility
TCOM 3011: Technical Writing II
TCOM 3020: Grants and Proposals
TCOM 3030: Instructional Design
TCOM 3070: User Assistance

TCOM 3130: Technical Communication: Theory, Ethics, and Practice
TCOM 3145: Social Media Infrastructure
TCOM 3245: Search Engine Optimization and Analytics
TCOM 4000: Technical Editing
TCOM 4045: Multi-Media for Technical Communicators
TCOM 4050: Instructional Video
TCOM 4120: Usability
TCOM 3431: Information Design I
TCOM 4431: Information Design II

Total Number of Credit Hours: 15

Curriculum

Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design

Kennesaw State University
Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design
Marietta Campus
Atrium Building (J), Rm 333
1100 South Marietta Pkwy MD 9045
Marietta, GA 30060

Phone: 470-578-7202

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Minor in Technical Communication