Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (WRTG 2010 OR ESL 1060 OR EAS 1060) AND Full Major status in (Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering). Corequisites: CE Major - (ECE 3991 OR CS 3991) OR ECE Major - (ECE 3300 OR 3110 OR 3500 OR 3600).
Requirement Designation:
Upper Division Communication/Writing
Course Attribute:
Flexible Schedule
Description
This course is designed to prepare students for writing and communication efforts specific to their careers in engineering. Students will develop written and oral communication skills through shorter in-class and homework assignments and an oral presentation. In addition, students will begin a proposal in preparation for their senior year design project that will be revised during the semester. A combination or writing and oral presentation exercises will emphasize delivering information in a clear, concise fashion. Students will learn to tailor messages to different audiences: colleagues and mentors, the general public, government agencies and the media. teamwork, ethical considerations and organizational issues will also be addressed.