Digital Arts Technology: Technical Communication Certificate (DATX-CC-TCH)

Students who complete the certificate in Technical Communication are prepared and empowered to be an effective communicator with the ability to write, illustrate, and speak about technical subjects in media, advertising, and business industries. This certificate can be completed in one semester, or applied to the TAP Communication or the Digital Arts Technology degree program and for transfer to BA/ BS programs at other colleges.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 

• Demonstrate increased competencies in writing and speaking skills.
• Effectively articulate technical procedures to co-workers, management, and customers.
• Utilize current computer software, audio, and video tools in preparing technical presentations.
• Critically analyze diverse uses of technical communication, including current trends and effects of mass media, and the social impact of mass media on individuals and our American culture. 
• Assess and articulate how various channels of mass media communication influence message content.

This certificate is focused on retraining workers who have a desire to improve their technical communication skills. DAT courses in this program require access to a computer studio lab or a student must have a computer with specialized software (including Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk’s Maya, and others as industry dictates) to take the FLEX courses.