Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.- Technical Communication;M.S.- Human-Computer Interaction(HCI);M.S.- Communication and Rhetoric, Ph.D.-Communication and Rhetoric, Human-Computer Interaction (4-course graduate certificate)

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Technical communication students at Rensselaer Gain design skills that resist obsolescence and the capacity to generate content for several electronically-based communication media. In addition to the core curriculum, certificates in Graphics and in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) are available. Whether producing Web pages, multimedia tutorials, electronic wizards, or online help systems. graduates of the M.S. program enter sustained careers in industry. Students learn to: Integrate visual information into a written text; Design documents, websites, and on-line help systems that both novices and experts can use;Create multimedia programs; Design meaningful hypermedia programs;Gain a strong background in communication and rhetorical theory; Hone composition skills;Broaden computer skills in Rensselaer's extensive computer facilities; Receive assistance in career planning; Meet potential employers while in school; Combine professional work experience with taking classes

Accreditation:

Middle States accreditation

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999