Bachelor's Degree in English,
Professional and Technical Writing Emphasis
The US News and World Report recently rated technical communication among the top three American careers in terms of quality of profession, salary, and long-term prospects. Our technical communication emphasis ranks among the best in the country, with a reputation for making certain our students have the opportunity to access the full range of technologies and skills they need for succeeding in the workplace.
As a student, you will be steeped in the latest technologies and processes for creating documents ranging from interactive media to traditional books and magazines. You will learn to create and manage Web sites, design documents for digital and traditional environments, write and publish technical books, and you will be taught to use the tools necessary for such publications.
As one of the very best online technical writing programs in the country, this master's degree is designed specifically for working professionals in the field and has no on-campus requirement. Technical communicators may take as many or few classes as their work schedule permits, and may take them at the times they find most convenient.
As a student, you will attend virtual seminars on topics that range from the nature and future of the profession to the most contemporary tools, methods and theories for effective technical writing.
Dr. Keith Gibson, the English department's newest faculty member, joined the tech. comm program in the fall of 2007. He came from Penn State via Auburn University.
INTRODUCTIONS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
Undergraduate Emphasis Introduction
Master's Specialization Introduction
Student Comments About the Online MS
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM INFORMATION
Course Requirements for a BS in Tech. Comm
Topical Information for Active Students
Internships and PT-Job Information
GRADUATE PROGRAM INFORMATION
Topical Information for Matriculated Students
Online Master's Requirements
History of Courses Offered in the Past
Descriptions of Upcoming Courses
Application Information
Registering for Courses