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VISUALIZING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

LSC 350
Course Description

Introduction to the basic principles in the visual communication of science information. Principles of design, perception, cognition as well as the use of technologies in the representation of science in the mass media will be explored through illustrated lectures and written critique.

Prerequisites

Satisfied Communications A requirement or graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.39

-6.58% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

1.52% from Historical

A Rate
35.11%

-42.88% from Historical

Class Size
94

121.41% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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