Theory and Research in Technical Communication and Human-Computer Interaction
Language, Literature and Communication - COMM-6480

Description
This seminar course examines theories that have shaped, and continue to drive, the fields of technical communication and human-computer interaction with an emphasis upon the ways each field makes new knowledge. Connections between theoretical findings, research results, and the evolution of both fields as they are practiced in industry, government, and academia are important themes. Course work includes lectures, discussions, student presentations, and written projects.

Prerequisites
COMM-1510 (Introduction to Communication Theory) or equivalent.

Textbooks
Ordering Information

Format
Classes: 14 weeks, 14 sessions
Homework: 3
Exams: 0
Term Paper: 1
Term Paper Presentation: 1

Grading
Homework: 35%
Term Paper: 30%
Term Paper Presentation 15%
Participation, General and as Discussion Leader: 20%

Computing
E-mail and World Wide Web access required for course communications, use of Rensselaer's Learning Management System (RPILMS), and printing of course notes.

Access to Blackboard, Rensselaer's Learning Management tool, is required. Please refer to this page for instructions on how to set up your computer for Blackboard.

Technical Requirements
Specific Technical requirements will only be current for courses being offered this semester.

Who Should Enroll
This course may be used in your plan of study as follows:
CSCI - elective with advisor pre-approval
CSYS - elective with advisor pre-approval
ELEC - elective with advisor pre-approval
EPOW - elective with advisor pre-approval
HCI - required course
ITEC - n/a
MBA - elective with advisor pre-approval
MGMT - elective with advisor pre-approval
TCOM - may be used toward communication theory requirement

This course is also open to non-matriculated students who meet the prerequisites.

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