Associate in Arts Degree
Description
In this program, students explore the technical communication process in detail and
develop skills in audience analysis, project management, technical writing and editing,
document design and usability testing. Using tools of the technical communication
profession, students prepare content for print and online delivery, develop screencast
training modules, learn how to conduct a formal job search and create professional
portfolios to showcase their skills.
The Technical Communication Associate in Arts degree is designed for students transferring
to a four-year university and seeking a Bachelor of Arts degree. The General Education
requirements fulfill both Washtenaw Community College's requirements and the MTA Transfer
requirements.
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, BA or BS degree;
Madonna University, BA degree.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the
Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: Articulation Agreements.
Admissions Requirements
Basic computer literacy.
Contact Information
- Division
- Humanities, Social & Behav Sci
- Department
- English & College Readiness
- Advisors
- Lisa Veasey
Requirements
(Items marked with an icon
are available online.)
First Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM 101 | Fundamentals of Speaking | 3 | |
| ENG 107 | Technical Writing Fundamentals | 3 | |
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 4 | |
| Elective(s) | Math | 3 | |
| Total | 13 | ||
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 208 | Technical Writing for Print Delivery | 3 | |
| ENG 226 | Composition II | 3 | |
| GDT Elective Select one course from the following: GDT 104, GDT 106, GDT 107 or GDT 108 | 3 | ||
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science 1 * | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science 2 * | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 209 | Technical Writing for Online Delivery | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities 1 * | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Natural Sciences * | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) ** | 3 | ||
| WEB Elective Select one course from the following: WEB 110, WEB 113 or WEB 115 | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 218 | Technical Writing for eLearning | 3 | |
| ENG 245 | Job Search Success Seminar | 2 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities 2 * | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Natural Sciences with Lab * | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) ** | 3 | ||
| Elective(s) to reach minimum 60 credits | 3 | ||
| Total | 17 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 60
Footnotes
*If your course(s) exceeds the recommended credit hours, you will need to reduce the
number of credits in the restricted electives. Students who plan to transfer to a
4-year university are encouraged to meet with the Technical Communication program
advisor to select appropriate general education courses.
**JRN 210 is strongly recommended. Students must meet with the Technical Communication
program advisor to select additional elective courses.