CE 39201: Technical Communication In Civil Engineering

0 or 2 credits

Fall 2025 Lecture Recitation Distance Learning Upper Division
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Fall 2025
last updated 8/18/2025

This course will build upon the technical communication components of CE 29202, adding instruction in oral communication, projects, and working in teams. This course involves both individual and team assignments intended to offer students the opportunity to practice preparing and delivering written correspondence and reports, as well as oral presentations. These activities may be coordinated with other CE courses being taken by students in CE 39201.

Learning Outcomes

1Know the value of clear and concise communication.

2Understand the audience and structuring of communications.

3Employ the forms of arguments/reasoning.

4Apply knowledge of scientific vocabulary and technical data-driven communication.

5Work effectively in teams.

6Employ issue analysis to plan team project work.

7Understanding of good listening; oral communications.

8Employ PowerPoint and visual communications effectively.

9Deliver team technical presentations.

10Develop and present lab reports.

11Knowledge to prepare "How-To" video project.

12Conduct meetings; running brainstorming sessions.

13Develop persuasive presentations.

14Prepare effective resumes, cover letters, and job searches.

15Employ job interview skills.

Course CE 39201 from Purdue University - West Lafayette.

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John C Tompkins

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John C Tompkins

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John C Tompkins

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John C Tompkins

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