Report and Technical Writing

Course code CYBR 1203

Credit 3.0

Length 45.0 hours

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In this course, students will be introduced to technical writing in the IT field and learn about tone, style, formatting, and visual aids to effectively convey information. Students will practice, writing, editing, and revising a variety of technical documents, such as executive summaries, reports, and request for proposals (RFP). Additionally, students will learn about creating IT and GRC policies, standards, and procedures, while using web-based tools to store and communicate content to a variety of stakeholders.

Prerequisites

CYBR 1102.

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What you will learn

  • Introduction to technical writing for IT and GRC
  • Writing style and tone
  • Formatting and graphics
  • Visual aids and charts
  • Report writing
  • Executive summaries
  • Preparing request for proposals (RFP)
  • Preparing proposals
  • Editing and revision
  • Source citations
  • Policies, standards, procedures
  • Acceptable use policies
  • Privacy policies
  • Ethics in writing
  • Plagiarism and academic integrity
  • Online repositories and tools
  • Communicating policies to stakeholders

How to register

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
22280 May 7, 2026
to August 13, 2026
Online VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

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.

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