1. Technical Writing Li Xin

2. Definition History Types Capabilities of technical writer Capabilities of translator

3. Definition Technical Writing is a form of technical communication. It is a style of writing used in fields as diverse as computer hardware and software, engineering, chemistry, the aerospace industry, robotics, finance, consumer electronics, and biotechnology.

4. The Society for Technical Communication (STC) defines technical writing as a broad field that includes any form of communication that exhibits one or more of the following characteristics: (1) communicating about technical or specialized topics, such as computer applications, medical procedures, or environmental regulations; (2) communicating by using technology, such as web pages, help files, or social media sites; (3) providing instructions about how to do something, regardless of how technical the task is, and regardless of whether technology is used to create or distribute that communication

5. History World War One: Technical writing came into being 1953: the Society of Technical Writers, and the Association of Technical Writers and Editors were founded 1957: Society of Technical Writers and Editors, a predecessor of the current Society for Technical Communication (STC) Nowadays : Develop fast

6. Types There are 5 types of technical writing ● Legal technical writing refers to all legal documents and the fine print in binding contracts ● Medical technical writing explains the instructions of software and hardware used to run a hospital ● Scientific technical writing explains theories, hypotheses, experiments and their significance ● Mechanical technical writing involves instructions for how to build machines or use tools. The writing may also incorporate design calculations, memos and oral presentations ● Businesses often use technical writing to explain rules, regulations, and business plans

7. Capabilities of technical writer ● Technical expertise ● Operate tools proficiently ● Become a good interviewer and audient ● Designed Capability ● Testing Capability

8. Capabilities of translator ● Convert both the source language and target language well ● Be knowledgeable ● Be able to operate tools ● Master professional knowledge of translation ● Own strategic ability ● Emotional factors

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