Course Description
As a technical writer, you’ll want a full understanding of key definitions related to the field. It’s also a good idea to familiarize yourself with the pathways to success, including possible educational paths, certifications, and organizations important to the field.
There are many indicators of strong technical writing, including a distinctive voice. There are also ways for you to make your writing more effective. It’s essential to understand how technical writing serves as a single component of a full technical communication plan.
In this What is Technical Writing? course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of technical writing, including what it is, how it’s used, and what differentiates it from other forms of business writing. You’ll hear about common misconceptions in technical writing, and you’ll get a preview of creative elements that can bring your technical writing to life. You’ll also learn about the markers of good technical writing and communication.
What You'll Learn
- Define technical writing and understand its basic meaning
- Identify the markers that make good technical writing
- Differentiate technical writing from other forms of business writing
- Recognize common misconceptions in technical writing
- Explore creative elements that bring technical writing to life
- Understand how technical writing fits within a full technical communication plan
Key Takeaways
- Technical writing is one component of a broader technical communication plan.
- Strong technical writing has identifiable markers, including a distinctive voice.
- Technical writing differs from other forms of business writing.
- Pathways to success in the field can include educational paths, certifications, and relevant organizations.
- Creative elements can be used to make technical writing more effective and bring it to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this course?
You'll learn the fundamentals of technical writing, including what it is, how it's used, and what differentiates it from other forms of business writing. The course also covers common misconceptions, creative elements, and the markers of good technical writing and communication.
Who is this course for?
It is suited to technical writers who want a full understanding of key definitions related to the field, including the pathways to success such as educational paths, certifications, and organizations important to the field.
How does technical writing relate to technical communication?
The course explains how technical writing serves as a single component of a full technical communication plan.
What topics do the lessons cover?
The lessons include an Introduction, Fundamentals of Technical Writing, Defining Technical Writing, What Makes Good Technical Writing?, and a Test Your Knowledge section.
What skills does this course help develop?
It supports skills in business writing, professional writing, structured writing, technical communication, technical training, and technical writing.
