Republic of the Philippines

Ramon Magsaysay Technological University

(Colegio de Castillejos building/Castillejos National High School Compound)
Castillejos Campus, Castillejos, Zambales
Tel/Fax No. (047) 602-1548
crmtu@yahoo.com.ph

COLLEGE OF ACCOUNTANCY AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Course Syllabus
Scientific and Technical Writing
First Semester 2017 - 2018

I. UNIVERSITY VISION
The Ramon Magsaysay Technological University shall be a progressive learner-centered
research university recognized in the ASEAN region in 2020.

II. UNIVERSITY MISSION

The Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) shall primarily provide
instruction, undertake research and extension, and provide advanced studies and progressive
leadership in agriculture, forestry, engineering, education, arts and sciences, humanities, and
other fields as may be relevant to the development of the province.

III. GOALS OF THE COLLEGES OF ACCOUNTANCY AND BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION
The college shall aim for the following goals:
1. Continuously enhance instruction towards becoming a center of excellence in business
education;
2. Enhance the quality of learning and upgrade its facilities to enable student to:
a. Acquire the knowledge, proficiency and skills in their respective specialization
tracks;
b. Enhance their competencies in ICY-based and social entrepreneurship-focused
business concerns; and
c. Develop values required of professional accountants and business administrators in
the context of the evolving global industries and local and national economy.

IV. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THE COLLEGES OF ACCOUNTANCY AND

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The college shall:
1. Equip and empower students for ready employment in the fields of marketing, financial
management, human resources management and public administration;
2. Adequately prepare accountancy students for CPA Licensure Examinations; and
3. Develop graduates with potentials business administrators and leaders in competitive
industries.
V. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in Human Resource Development
Management (HRDM)
The Human Resource Development Program aims to prepare the graduates for a career in the
field of Human Resource Management in various corporations whether in the manufacturing,
marketing and service sectors, or in the different types of industries such as pharmaceutical, semi-
conductor, food and beverage, banking industries and other types of organizations.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the program are:
1. Complete understanding of the concepts, principles, theories, and philosophies in Human
Resource.

2. Assist students seek employment and facilitate the integration process in the corporate
environment so they can be immediately productive once employed.

3. Assist the students in appreciating the HR role in the organization and how they can make
meaningful contributions as a strategic partner in building the organization to become
globally competitive.

VI. COURSE OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the course, the students with 80% accuracy are expected to:
A. Distinguish technical writing from other forms of writing;
B. Write papers required in their particular course;
C. Practice honesty and truthfulness in writing papers;
D. Differentiate method, forms, and uses of various types of technical reports;
E. Document research studies using the prescribed format;
F. Express personal, professional, and social values in technical reports, such as having the
right attitude in studying, assuming responsibility in one’s work, preserving the
environment, contributing to economic progress, etc.

VII. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This process-oriented course reinforces the writing skills for academic purposes, integrating
skills for occupational purposes, and emphasizes writing technical communication using
professional courses as bases. It includes business communication, research writing, scientific
paper, feasibility studies, case studies, and other pertinent technical-oriented writing. It also
provides students a detailed guide on documenting their research studies.
VIII. CREDITS: 3 units

IX. CONTACT HOURS: 3 hours

X. PRE- REQUISITE
XI. LEARNING PLAN
LEARNING TOPIC METHODO-LOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT TIME
OUTCOMES FRAME
 To explain the I. The Number of Technical - Classroom - Assignments
nature and Writing discussions - Seatwork
importance of A. Definition and - Powerpoint - Activities
technical writing Importance of Presentation - Quizzes
 To identify the Technical Writing - Showing samples of - Recitation
principles in B. Principles and Style different types of
technical writing C. Types and Functions technical writing
 To express ideas and differentiating
following them in format and
recommended styles in content -LCD
 To differentiate - Preparing different Projector
types of technical types of technical -Laptop
papers papers patterned -Blackboard/ 11
 To enumerate the after models Whiteboard
functions of each discussed -Chalk /
type Marker
 To acknowledge the
importance of
technical writing as
a skills
II. Business Writing - Letters
 To distinguish A. Formal Letters - Classroom - Memoranda
formal from B. Business Letter discussions - Quizzes
informal letters C. Letter Models - Powerpoint - Assignments
Presentation - Recitation
 To layout parts of - Constructing
business letters visuals to show
business
 To write letters of communication
 inquiry, application, layouts
etc. following - Writing different
models types of business
letters following
 To write principles studied.
memorandums,
minutes of the
meeting, etc.

 To identify
characteristics of
effective business
communication

 To demonstrate skill
in writing business
communication
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
 To identify the uses I. Research Writing - Classroom -LCD - Research 22
of research in all A. Introduction to discussions Projector proposal
aspects of life Research - Powerpoint -Laptop - Outline
 To choose a problem B. Writing Research presentation -Blackboard/ - Sample notes
for a research Proposal - Library work Whiteboard - Research
 To prepare a - Working with a -Chalk / topics
research proposal research team Marker - Quizzes
 To document harmoniously - Oral
research following - Selecting a Presentation
the recommended meaningful problem of research
format - Preparing a research proposal
 To acknowledge the timetable
importance of - Documenting
honesty in research following
conducting and prescribed format
 documenting
original research
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
 To differentiate the I. Research Writing - Classroom -LCD - Quizzes
types of academic A. Preparing Research discussions Projector - Final output 21
papers Questionnaire - Preparing -Laptop of research
 To apply the II. Other types of questionnaires -Blackboard/ proposal
scientific method of Academic Writing - Documenting Whiteboard - Assignments
conducting research A. Experimental research following -Chalk / - Outputs of
 To prepare abstracts Research prescribed format Marker pertinent
of studies B. Abstract - Note taking, studies
 To identify the C. Feasibility Study preparing endnotes conducted
aspects of a D. Case Study and bibliography
feasibility study - Outlining and
 To conduct simple Summarizing
case studies - Preparing different
forms of academic
writing
- Case studies
focusing on
problems often met
by young people in
their homes,
schools, and other
communications
FINAL EXAMINATION

XII. SUGGESTED READING AND REFERENCES:

Business and Research Writing Manual with Introduction to Technical Writing by Mildred B. Go, Ph.D., et. al.
XIII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

a. Quizzes
b. Major Exams
c. Print Output of Research Proposal

XIV. GRADING SYSTEM:

Class Standing: 70%
Homeworks/Seatworks - 10%
Quizzes/Activities - 20%
Attendance/Attitude - 10%
Project / Notes - 30%
Examination: 30%
Total 100%

FINAL GRADE:
Preliminary 30%
Midterm 30%
Final 40%
Total 100%

XV. CLASSROOM POLICIES:

1. A student who misses any of the major tests must present a valid reason why he/she
was absent before he/she can take the special examination
2. Allowance of 15 minutes is considered before one will be marked absent
3. All other policies stipulate in the Student’s Handbook related to academics and
proper decorum are also included (haircut, uniform, no. of allowable absences, etc.)
4. Usage of cellular phones and other communication/entertainment gadgets are not
allowed inside the classroom during the class hours
5. Any form of cheating are strongly prohibited.
6. Students are not allowed to have more than 11 hours absences semester (20% of
allocated hours), she/he may be automatically be dropped in the subject.

XVI. CONSULTATION HOURS:

Monday/Wednesday - 1:00 – 2:00 PM