Online Class: ABCs of Technical Writing

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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11Lessons
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19Exams &
Assignments -
3,256Students
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9Hours
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0.9CEUs
Course Description
Technical writing is the art and science of translating technical information into readable, accessible writing usable by a wide audience. If you have ever read the user's manual for a piece of software or equipment you've purchased, you've seen technical writing in action. Creating manuals, help and technical support systems, online help systems, and instruction manuals are some of the main projects technical writers take on. Since nearly every business in every industry imaginable has at least an occasional need to bring technical information to its users and customers, technical writing is found in nearly every business, government agency, and non-profit organization.
If you work in a high tech industry, technical writing may be a part of your job description and daily duties. If you love to write, enjoy learning, and have an interest in technology, technical writing can be an exciting, rewarding career in itself. Job opportunities in the field are expected to grow as technology continues to advance.
Course Motivation
Some of the fields in which technical writing is commonly needed include the computer and software industries, the consumer and industrial electronics industries, the medical and healthcare fields, and any other area where technical information needs to be disseminated in a readable and understandable form. In the United States and other developed countries, where knowledge industries, whose primary products are information based, companies are faced with the task of organizing and maintaining vast knowledge banks and databases. Companies like Google, for instance, do not produce products but instead package information in useful, usable forms. New content management systems and knowledge management systems are being designed to help companies manage their informational assets. In many cases, technical writers are moving into these roles as well.
Technical Writer or Technical Communicator?
Technical Writing, A Viable Career?
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. What is Technical Writing?
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 1
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Assessment: Lesson 1: What is Technical Writing?
Lesson 2. Projects for Technical Writers
Lesson 2 Video
Lesson discussions: Imagination Rules
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 2
Assessment: Lesson 2: Projects for Technical Writers
Lesson 3. The Technical Writing Process
Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Lesson 3: The Technical Writing Process
Lesson 4. How to Write Effectively
Lesson 4 Video
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 4
Assessment: Lesson 4: How to Write Effectively
Lesson 5. Teaching an Alien to Drive
Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Lesson 5: Teaching an Alien to Drive
Lesson 6. The First End User, You
Lesson 6 Video
Lesson discussions: What Type of Learner are You?
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 6
Assessment: Lesson 6: The First End User: You
Lesson 7. Getting It Done. Project Management and the Technical Writer
Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Lesson 7: Getting It Done: Project Management and the Technical Writer
Lesson 8. Words, Pictures, and Links. The Growing Array of Deliverable Formats
Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Lesson 8: Words, Pictures, and Links: The Growing Array of Deliverable Formats
Lesson 9. Breaking into Technical Writing
Lesson 9 Video
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 9
Assessment: Lesson 9: Breaking into Technical Writing
Lesson 10. The Tech Writer's Toolbox
Lesson 10 Video
Lesson discussions: Language Basics
Assessment: Lesson 10: The Tech Writer's Toolbox
Lesson 11. Staying in Touch
Lesson 11 Video
Lesson discussions: How would you rate this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Complete: Assignment - Lesson 11
Assessment: Lesson 11: Staying in Touch
Assessment: Technical Writing - Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Identify what technical writing is.
- Identify the types of projects that require technical writers.
- Summarize the technical writing process.
- Write technical materials more effectively.
- Write with the end-user in mind, and not the product owner.
- Demonstrate time management skills to complete a project.
- Evaluate your technical writing.
- Identify the best resources for finding technical writing projects.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

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- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
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- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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Student Testimonials
- "Great course and nice instruction." -- David M.
- "The lessons were very clear and helpful." -- Julianna Z.
- "The instructor was so helpful." -- Anchal N.
- "I really enjoyed working with the instructor. I found the writing assignments most helpful. Practicing specific writing skills is the best way to learn technical writing." -- Paul S.
- "Excellent!" -- Jeannine S.
- "It was a good overview, which is exactly what I was looking for. I enjoyed your classes. Thank you." -- Beth B.
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