Technical and professional communication (TPC) is a field that involves defining, creating, and delivering complex information to those who need to accomplish a defined task or goal. Students in the technical communication and rhetoric program take classes in editing, document design, project management, digital technologies, and other courses.

Degrees

Graduate Undergraduate Major Minor Associate Certificate

Highlights & Important Information

A man and woman at a table holding a discussion over a laptop.
A man and woman at a table holding a discussion over a laptop.

Example Portfolios

As Technical Communication and Rhetoric majors, students are required to take the ENGL 5430 Technical Communication Capstone class. In this course, students learn how develop successful job application materials such as portfolio websites, resumes, cover letters, as well as prepare for job interviews.

Get Involved

Writing Fellows

Polish your academic writing alongside a tutor with one-on-one sessions, or apply to become a writing fellow yourself.