PACE NONCREDIT COURSE:
Certified Technical Writer
Areas of Study
Course Type
Overview
Hours: 125 | Duration: 6 months
Effective communication is essential in today’s business world. Technical writers are professional communicators whose role varies across industries and contexts. They may create manuals and instruction documents, write grant proposals for nonprofit organizations, manage social media accounts, or create compliance documents for pharmaceutical companies. They may work in industries as different as aeronautical engineering and healthcare or be self-employed. With skills and experience, technical writers can find rewarding and engaging work in many different fields.
In the course, you will explore the framework in which technical writing exists, the conventions it follows, and the essential elements all technical writing must have. The course also includes a lesson on preparing for the (CPTC) Certified Professional Technical Communicator exam offered by the Society for Technical Communication (STC).
Curriculum
- Introduction to Technical Communication
- Your Role as a Technical Writer
- Common Types of Technical Writing
- The Seven Principles of Good Writing
- Writing as a Process
- Research
- Organization
- Rough Draft
- Revising and Editing
- Writing for the Web and Social Media
- Certification
- How to Find a Job in Technical Writing (Optional Lesson)
- Final Exam
Course Requirements
Requirements: Hardware Requirements: Software Requirements: Other: Instructional Material Requirements: The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment: The following eBook will be provided to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment: Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to complete this course. This course is designed to prepare you for a career as a technical writer. You do not need any prior experience or training in this field.