Time Schedule:
Susan Mings
T C 510
Seattle Campus
Examination of the design principles and procedures underlying the creation of both print and electronic information presentations. Topics include: print vs. electronic media, designing for the page and screen, information topologies, and hypermedia. Seminar includes a design project. Prerequisite: T C 501 or permission of instructor. Offered: A.
Class description
TC 510 is a broad-based course in which we study the underlying concepts and the practical strategies and techniques for designing a broad range of print and online documents. We will consider a broad range of topics that pertain to documents and the creation of effective documents. Our definition of “document” is a broad one that encompasses print and the screen and various kind of interactivity.
The course topics consist of communication concepts and technologies; different media, genres, and formats; and both cognitive and social processes. The topics come from communication theory, media studies, rhetoric, computer science, psychology, and technical communication.
We will examine what is meant by “document” and how the role and function of documents has changed and is continuing to change. We will consider design issues in several important media and genres.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Readings, in-class discussion and activities, some minor assignments, and a midterm test and final paper or project.
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
See the course syllabus for information about course assignments.
See the course syllabus for information about grading.
