Technical Writing

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Overview

Subject area

ENGL

Catalog Number

311

Course Title

Technical Writing

Description

This course introduces students to the kinds of skills they will need to have in technically oriented professional careers. The curriculum is guided by the technical writing needs of business, industry, and society. Students write using various formats including, resumes, application letters, short reports, proposals, business plans, progress reports, and user guides. They review writing process and audience analysis, conventions, graphics, and document design. Web research skills, on-line writing, and library skills are also covered in the course.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

019528

Course Schedule