Program Details
The Master of Science in Technology with a Technical Communication track from Indiana University Online is an online technical writing degree. With the rapid expansion of scientific and technical products and knowledge there is an increased need for professionals who are able to communicate this information in a way that is easy to use and understand. This online writing degree prepares students to gather technical, scientific, mechanical, chemical, legal, medical, procedural, and more specialized knowledge and then pass this on to a targeted audience in a form that is both accurate and easy to understand. Topics covered include:
- Communication design processes
- Usability of user documentation
- Visual technical communication
- Effective technical communication
- Applied research
Graduates are able to use a variety of media and contexts to create effective technical communication in careers as technical writers, technical communicators, technical editors, usability specialists, technical trainers, technical communication managers, and more.
This graduate certificate is awarded by the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). IUPUI is administered by Indiana University.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Indiana University Online is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeAdmission Tests
GMAT, GREApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent