BSTEC 245 - Advanced Business Communications

5.0 Credits
Introduction to written methods of technical communication used in all sectors of the business community. Covers writing policies, procedures, report proposals, and process descriptions. Prerequisite: BSTEC 110 and 130 or CIS 100. ACCUPLACER writing score of 82 and reading score of 78. BSTEC 100 is strongly recommended.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify the appropriate document choice and delivery medium for the targeted audience. [REASON]
Create written communication that is clear, concise, accurate, legible and readable with correct punctuation and spelling, using current word processing formats and styles as appropriate to the targeted document. [COMMUNICATE]
Select appropriate resources related to specific technical communication topics and apply the information to technical communication projects. [REASON]
Demonstrate skills using any combination of some or all of the following technology tools: MS Word, PowerPoint, DeskTop Publishing, Excel, CD-ROMs, video, web creation to design and produce technical communication documents. [REASON]
Access and effectively utilize research tools available in the college library to complete course assignments and projects. [REASON]