XHSC 0910G Technical Writing

Credits: .5

Prepares students to compose professional emails, proposals, letters, resumes, and reports/papers. Stresses differentiation between business and academic purposes and forms. Covers correct sentence, paragraph, and document structure. Demonstrates proper citation and database research. Introduces MLA and APA styles.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify the different purposes/forms between business and academic documents.
Communicate through written documents in the workplace in order to get desired results.
Explain and apply generally accepted rules for business documents.
Complete a resume.
Navigate a variety of databases and cite sources using established format.

Content Outline

Difference Between Business and Academic Documents
- Purposes of documents
- Academic document form-Opening/development/conclusion
- Business document form-Conclusion/justification/closing
- What to avoid in business writing
Demonstrating Correct Sentence Structure and Formatting
- Sentence Types
- Punctuation
- Formatting Basics
Writing Specific Business Documents
- Introduction
- Application
- Thank you
- Complaint
- Resignation
Writing Various Business Documents
- Reports/proposals
- Memos
- E-mail in business
- Text Messaging and Use of Social Media
Resume
- Purpose
- Do’s and don’ts
- Hook words and formatting
- Content and structure
- Completing a useable resume
Databases and Citation
- Purpose
- How to Access
- Citing Sources, according to MLA and APA Guidelines