Syllabus

Course Description: Processes involved in technical writing and methods of preparing technical data; offers a variety of writing problems to provide opportunities for the student to develop precision in statement and in graphic presentation. Prerequisite: WRI 227.

Classroom: Room 1045 (Lab)

Texts:

• Writing for the Technical Professions by Kirstin R. Woolever (Required)
• The Bedford Handbook for Writers by Diana Hacker (Recommended)
• Additional material will be provided in class or at the course web site.

Projects and Assignments: Descriptions and due dates for projects and assignments are listed on the "Assignments" handout and on the web site. Additionally, all students are required to complete the assigned reading and on-line lessons.

Grading: Grading will be based on a point system. The maximum number of points available in the course is 200. The following scale will be used to assign the final grade:

A = 180+ Points

B = 160-179 Points

C = 140-159 Points

D = 120-139 Points

Point Distribution:

• Weekly Assignments (50 pts.)
• Group Project (50 pts.)
• Individual Technical Project (100 pts.)

Attendance: Students who miss more than one class will receive a "No Pass". Students missing one class will be responsible for any assignments due and for any in-class work. Make-up work should be arranged with the instructor as early as possible in the term. An "Incomplete" will only be given for verified illness or emergency. Conflicts should be brought to the instructor's attention as soon as possible.

Student-Instructor Conferences: Students are encouraged to meet with the instructor during the term to assess their progress in the class. Meetings will be arranged individually throughout the term.

Accommodation: Students needing accommodation should notify the instructor prior to or on the first day of class. Special arrangements will be made as soon as possible.

Assignments & schedules may be changed due to institutional, weather or class concerns.
 

Last Modified: June 2000.