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Master of Science in Technical Communication

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MSc
Programme Code: CR_KINDD_9
 
Mode of Delivery:Full Time, Part Time, ACCS, Open
  
No. of Semesters:4
NFQ Level:9
Embedded Award:No
  
Programme Credits:90
programmeReviewDate:February 2025
Department:COMPUTER SCIENCE
Field of Study:Computer Science
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

PO1 Knowledge - Breadth
  (a) A systematic understanding and knowledge of the advanced rhetorical, compositional theories, project management and technical skills in producing technical documentation for a broad range of industries and workplaces, in particular the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.
PO2 Knowledge - Kind
  (a) An ability to critically appraise emerging issues with regard to information development research, development and practice; discuss challenges and research activities relevant to their field of practice; and apply appropriate methodologies to investigate topics that form part of the documentation.
PO3 Skill - Range
  (a) An advanced level of skills in designing, composing, managing and editing content using a standardised methodological approach for diverse audiences; and critically evaluate documentation using a range of quality practices.
PO4 Skill - Selectivity
  (a) An ability to select and develop, in a professional manner, emerging technologies in the field of information development and methodologies to address the needs of the audience and various stakeholders in producing technical documentation.
PO5 Competence - Context
  (a) An ability to operate in a professional and self-initiating manner in a range of teams and contexts across a broad range of industries and workplaces.
PO6 Competence - Role
  (a) An ability to contribute significantly to and, as appropriate, take lead role in the design, development and management of technical documentation solutions in multi-disciplinary teams; research of topics that form part of the document, with due consideration for the intended audience; and participate in peer review and evaluation of projects.
PO7 Competence - Learning to Learn
  (a) An ability to reflect critically on one’s own practice and development and to direct their own continuing professional development requirements.
PO8 Competence - Insight
  (a) Act in a manner consistent with the best interests of clients, colleagues and other stakeholders and the general public, maintain integrity and independence in professional judgement.
 

Semester Schedules

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
COMP9093 Intro to Technical Comm.
COMP9094 Information Experience Design
Elective
Module Code Module Title
COMP8059 Cloud Infrastructure
COMP9081 Security Contingency Planning
COMP9087 Scien. Prog. for Biologists

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
COMP9044 Information Project Management
COMP9011 Research Practice & Ethics
COMP9095 Advanced Info Design & Develop
 

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SOFT9020 XML in Technical Communication
COMP9096 Writing for Industry
Elective
Module Code Module Title
COMP9086 Processing and Visualization
MGMT9063 Communications & Cybersecurity

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
COMP9021 Computing Research Project

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