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Technical writing 1.Overview 2. History 3. Feature
4. Types Of Technical Documents 5. External links
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Technical Writing is a form of technical communication
Technical Writing is a form of technical communication. It is a style of writing used in the fields as computer hardware and software, engineering, chemistry, consumer electronics, and biotechnology.
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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 (2) communicating by using technology (3) providing instructions about how to do something
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History The origins of technical writing have been variously attributed to antiquity. A clear trend towards the discipline can be seen starting from the time of World War I, growing out of the need for technology-based documentation in the military, manufacturing, electronics, and aerospace industries. 1953 1957
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Feature Audience analysis is a key feature of all technical writing.
Procedural technical writing translates complex technical concepts and instructions into a series of simple steps that enable users to perform a specific task in a specific way. Persuasive technical writing attempts to sell products or change behaviors by putting forth compelling descriptions of how a product or service can be used in one's life.
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Types Of Technical Documents
Broadly speaking, technical documentation can be categorized into three types, depending on the style of writing, the level of knowledge transferred, and the target audience: 1. End-user assistance. 2. Traditional technical documentation. 3. Marketing communication.
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Technical Writing is Presentational
Technical writing involves attractive layout for easy reading and comprehension. Presentational strategies help readers to grasp messages quickly. The top-down strategy (tell them what you will say, then say it) Headings (like headlines in newspapers) Chunks (short paragraphs) Plain, objective style so that readers can easily grasp details.
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BLS occupational description for technical writers
External links BLS occupational description for technical writers EServer Technical Communication (and Technical Writing) Library IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication Wikiversity Technical Writing Courses
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