- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Single-sourcing and content management are key concepts in technical writing, concepts which need to be understood and then explained to other stakeholders. This course reviews the principles of content management, information modeling and single-sourcing also introduced in courses like COMM 1260 and COMM 2206, and discusses the advantages and demands of single-sourcing within the context of the wider organization or client base.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the principles, advantages and demands of the following industry terms and practices: content management, information modeling, single-sourcing and structured authoring.
- Identify tools, technology and procedures used to manage and produce single-sourced content.
- Review and evaluate selected tools for their suitability for proposed organizations, stakeholders or clients.
- Create a presentation for a defined audience recommending a single-sourcing tool and/or strategy based on suitability.
Effective as of Winter 2012
Related Programs
Single-Sourcing for Technical Writers (COMM 2207) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Technical Writing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.