Nov 14, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2020-21

IHS 3700J - Writing in the Health Sciences and Professions


Clarity of expression through various formats of exchange is an important professional skill. This course will explore different formats specifically utilized within the health sciences and professions and provide a platform for students to develop and practice their writing and interpretation of written communication skills.

Requisites: Jr or Sr
Credit Hours: 3
General Education Code: 1J
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • To demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate by drafting, revising and finalizing written communications in formats commonly used within health sciences and professions.
  • To develop an ability to critique and interpret communications in formats commonly used within health sciences and professions.
  • To use strategies of effective writing through the formats typical of technical writing within health sciences and professions.


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