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Jimidene Murphey Department of English
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ENGL
2311 – Technical Writing
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here for the online class SYLLABUS. (taught online Spring 2009)
Course Description: A
course involving correctness and effectiveness in technical writing for
students of agriculture, engineering, business, science, and other technical
fields. Principles of exposition are applied to actual problems in these and
other subjects. General Course
Objectives: Students will understand and be able to demonstrate in writing
the knowledge, skill, and appreciation regarding techniques necessary for
effective communication in technical fields. Specific Course
Objectives: Knowledge
and understanding ·
To become familiar with the requirements of good
style in technical writing. ·
To become familiar with writing introductions,
conclusions, and transitions. ·
To understand the standards of good format. ·
To become familiar with graphic aids. ·
To learn to find and to use published
information. Skills and abilities ·
To acquire skill in writing business letters. ·
To acquire skill in practical communication. ·
To master the fundamental types and techniques of
exposition pertinent to engineering, business, scientific, and agricultural
reports. ·
To acquire skill in the production of common
types of reports. ·
To produce a longer library research report. Attitudes and appreciations ·
To develop an appreciation for a carefully
prepared manuscript. ·
To learn to be considerate of the reader. ·
To appreciate a scientific approach to everyday
problem solving. To realize and accept
the importance of meeting responsibilities. This class is taught on the main Campus and
online.
Direct line to my office: (806) 874-4830 Main Campus phone: (806) 874-3571 x133 Main Campus Classroom Bldg, Office #110 © 2008 Clarendon College |
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