Introduction to Technical Writing
Discover how to turn complex technical information into clear, effective communication as you learn the core skills, tools, and processes used by professional technical writers.
Classes Start Available Anytime
Course Overview
Course Format
This 5 hour self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Participants have 90 days of access per course, with progress tracked through interactive elements. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.
Price
$375Course Details
Units 0.5 CEUs / 5.0 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Self-Paced
What You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the essential attributes of technical writing and adapt content effectively for a technical audience.
- Apply each step of the technical writing process to plan, draft, and refine clear, accurate documentation.
- Use effective writing strategies, tools, templates, and design principles—including usability, readability, arrangement, color, consistency, contrast, and information display—to communicate information efficiently.
- Describe the structure and purpose of common technical documents such as reports, proposals, procedures, indexes, and user guides.
- Recognize the importance of revision and incorporate peer review and usability testing to improve document quality.
Your Instructor
IT Project Manager III, Standard Insurance Company
Calie Waterman is an experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of leading and delivering complex projects in both IT and business environments since early 2019. Her background includes managing large-scale software implementations, IT infrastructure upgrades, and business process improvements, showcasing her ability to manage diverse project environments while employing a mix of methodologies to ensure adaptive and efficient project execution. Her professional experience allows her to effectively integrate technology with business needs, fostering collaborative environments that drive projects to successful completion and achieve results.