COMM 2207 - Single-Sourcing for Technical Writers
Communication Part-time Studies Course
School of Computing and Academic Studies
Course Details
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)
Before taking this course, students must have completed their technical elective (COMP) and introductory Technical Writing courses. Students must also have one of the following English requirements, as well as intermediate word processing skills in the latest version of MS Word for Windows: 1) English 12 "C+" or equivalent (refer to BCIT's Admission page); or 2) COMM 0015 score of 70 or better.
Credits
1.5
Cost
$383.21 - $390.68 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Fall 2019
Below is one offering of this course for the Fall 2019 term.
CRN 33984
Duration
Fri Oct 25 - Fri Nov 29 6 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Oct 25 - Nov 29 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$383.21
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- The classes are online classes, but they are NOT self-paced: you will have readings, discussions, peer review, and assignments to complete each week as scheduled (although you do *not* have to be online at a particular time or on a particular day). Your weekly participation is essential to succeed in this course. There is a required textbook for this course. You may purchase the hard copy textbook through the BCIT Bookstore website at www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/ or as an eBook through a vendor unaffiliated with BCIT (note that BCIT is not responsible for textbooks or eBooks purchased from unaffiliated vendors and cannot offer technical or other assistance with textbooks or eBooks purchased off campus).
Status
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Cancelled
Winter 2020
Below is one offering of this course for the Winter 2020 term.
CRN 79599
Duration
Fri Feb 21 - Fri Mar 27 6 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Feb 21 - Mar 27 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$390.68
Notes
- Internet delivery format.
- The classes are online classes, but they are NOT self-paced: you will have readings, discussions, peer review, and assignments to complete each week as scheduled (although you do *not* have to be online at a particular time or on a particular day). Your weekly participation is essential to succeed in this course. There is a required textbook for this course. You may purchase the hard copy textbook through the BCIT Bookstore website at www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/ or as an eBook through a vendor unaffiliated with BCIT (note that BCIT is not responsible for textbooks or eBooks purchased from unaffiliated vendors and cannot offer technical or other assistance with textbooks or eBooks purchased off campus).
Status
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
COMM 2207 is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Technical Writing
Part-time Associate Certificate
Books & Supplies
The BCIT bookstore carries textbooks, general reference books, software, and stationery. Please visit bcit.ca/bookstore for more information.
Fall 2019
Books for Fall 2019 offerings of this course are available in the following BCIT online bookstores. Please choose the bookstore appropriate for the offering you are considering.
BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore
If you are taking this course through either Distance Education or Online Learning, please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore.
| Managing Enterprise Content | |
|---|---|
| Author | Rockley |
| Publisher | New Riders |
| Copyright | 2012 |
| Binding | Paperback |
| ISBN | 978-0-32181-536-1 |
| Price | $62.95 |
| Required | |
Winter 2020
Books for Winter 2020 offerings of this course are available in the following BCIT online bookstores. Please choose the bookstore appropriate for the offering you are considering.
BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore
If you are taking this course through either Distance Education or Online Learning, please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore.
| Managing Enterprise Content | |
|---|---|
| Author | Rockley |
| Publisher | New Riders |
| Copyright | 2012 |
| Binding | Paperback |
| ISBN | 978-0-32181-536-1 |
| Price | $62.95 |
| Required | |
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