Technical Communication

Course code CSTP 1207

Credit 2.0

Length 40.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course students will be introduced to the basic principles of effective technical writing in the computer industry. The necessity of following company standards for documentation will be emphasized. Learners will review grammar and style, and learn technical formats and report design. The production of technical documentation for a variety of user groups will be a course focus. Students will learn how to write effective business correspondence and instructions and how to deliver a formal oral presentation. Student will also learn the basics of resume preparation and cover letter writing.

Prerequisites

CSTP 1101 Communication and Workplace Behaviour

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What you will learn

  • Documentation types required in the workplace
  • Situational analyses
  • Planning documentation
  • Technical documentation
  • Revisions and editing of documentation
  • Technical documentation and reports
  • Technical editing techniques
  • Presentation skills
  • Resume and Cover letter

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.