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RWS 504 - Foundations in Technical and Professional Communication

RWS 504: Foundations in Technical and Professional Communication (3 units) at San Diego State University. 1 section offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Counts toward Professional Writing Certificate (2026-27), Professional Writing Certificate (2025-26).

3 units
  • Required Courses
  • Major
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (unknown)
Exploration of technical and professional communication, blending theoretical foundations with practical application. Considers standard and digital genres written for diverse audiences, usability, accessibility, communication design, content strategy, and collaboration; includes attention to ethical considerations that shape communication in professional contexts.

From the catalog

Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC
Typically offered
Fall

1 section in Spring 2027

Class #11009· Part online, part in-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
30 of 30 seats open
Tue 3:30 PM-4:45 PM · SH 124
TBA (not set yet) · ONLINE
To be Announced,Dustin Edwards4.7(3)

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