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Course textbooks and materials
A textbook is utilized but most materials for the group work, group research paper and presentation and the
professional interview preparation are offered through hand-outs and oral instructions. Students are encouraged to
use online library resources and online current articles to support their work.
Why do you teach the course this way
Professional communication has been emphasized in this course since 2002. This approach has impacted our
students’ abilities to develop their written and oral communication skills, to learn to discuss social and professional
issues with other students, and has enhanced student’s ability to obtain internships. A side effect of this intense
component of professional communication has allowed students to apply technical skills in a professional
environment.
Body of Knowledge coverage
KA Knowledge Unit Topics Covered Hours
SP Professional Communication All 15
The following outcomes are covered in the course under the Professional Communication area.
• Write clear, concise, and accurate technical documents following well-defined standards for format and for
including appropriate tables, figures, and references.
• Develop and deliver a good quality formal presentation.
• Plan interactions (e.g., virtual, face-to-face, shared documents) with others in which they are able to get their
point across, and are also able to listen carefully and appreciate the points of others, even when they disagree,
and are able to convey to others that they have heard.
• Describe the strengths and weaknesses of various forms of communication (e.g., virtual, face-to-face, shared
documents)
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