Topics include analysis of design and research in the theory of document design as a basis for correcting weaknesses. Course must be taken first semester of enrollment in the master's program. Provides experience in collecting material, weighing evidence, reaching conclusions, and writing research reports.
Course includes study of the theory necessary to understand the research.
An introduction to the fundamental elements and principles of graphic design and application of these concepts to page design and layout. Study of elementary color theory. Introduction to production techniques and current software applications. TCOM 6030 Course examines the role of graphics in technical and professional communication. Students complete practical projects that use typography, photographs, illustration, engineering drawings, data graphics, video, and multimedia.