fundamentals of technical writing

8/13/2019 Fundamentals of Technical Writing

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Fundamentals of Technical WritingDesigned for both aspiring and experienced technical writers and editors, this course providesan introduction to the critical elements of technical writing, including audience, project design,editing, problem solving, and effective use of language and graphics. Students gain experience andperformance feedback while working collaboratively to develop an instructional document.

Who should take this course?

Tis course is intended for aspiring and experienced writers who want to develop the fundamental

skills required to begin or to advance in a technical communications career.

Course Objectives

Distinguish echnical Communication from other forms of writing.

Plan technical communication deliverables that explain how to complete the procedureswithin a process.

Compose draft technical communication deliverables based upon planning phase pre-work.

Analyze draft technical communication deliverables and revise their contents in preparationfor final publication and distribution.

Produce a technical communication deliverable as a member of a collaborative team.

Course Details

Length: 15 hours

Classroom ype: Lecture

Prerequisites: None

Te above prerequisites are considered to be the basic skills and knowledge needed prior to takingthis class. Instructors will assume your readiness for the class materials and will NO use class timeto discuss prerequisite materials.


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Course Contents

Distinguish Technical Communication from other forms of writing.

Define echnical Communication.

Compare the features of echnical Communication with other forms of writing.

Explain the scope and forms of technical communication deliverables.

List common tools used to produce technical communications.

Identify one or more style guides used to execute technical communication projects. Describe the roles of an effective technical communication team.

Plan technical communication deliverables that explain how to complete the procedureswithin a process.

Classify a key process and its procedures.

Prepare a purpose statement for the deliverable.

Identify readers and analyze their needs to ensure that the content of the final deliverableis relevant.

Select an appropriate organization method to effectively present technical content. Organize the content to be presented in outline form.

Compose draft technical communication deliverables based upon planning phase pre-work.

Develop technical descriptions, terms, and instructions that clearly communicate technicalconcepts, processes, and procedures.

Select effective graphics to support the communication of technical instructions.

Analyze draft technical communication deliverables and revise their contents in preparation

for final publication and distribution. Measure the readability of a draft deliverable using a proven method.

Apply proof-reading techniques to revise writing for clarity, conciseness, point-of-view,and accuracy.


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Course Contents, continued

Produce a technical communication deliverable as a member of a collaborative team.

Produce an effective technical instruction document by completing all major phases of thewriting process planning, drafting, and revising.

Prepare and deliver a group presentation using the principles of technical communication.

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