DEFINITION: Technical Writing

 It is a type of communication written for

and addressed to specific entities or
individuals to attain desired objectives

 It is a specialized writing that is task

specific and helpful to the readers that
it is intended for
BASIC CHARACTERISTICS
 Characterized by  Ideally characterized
certain formal by:
element such as: -the maintenance of
-scientific and attitude of impartiality
technical and objectivity
vocabulary -extreme care to convey
information accurately
-use of graphic aids
and concretely
-use of conventional -absence of any attempt
report format to arouse emotion
BASIC CHARACTERISTICS
 A writing in which there is relatively high
concentration of certain complex and
important writing techniques such as:

a. definition
b. description of a mechanism and process
c. classification and partition
Technical Writing is communication
in the field of:

a. Business
b. Industry
c. Trade
d. Science
e. Technology
f. Engineering
g. Government
 It can be recognized by:

1 simple

2 clear
3
3 straightforward
straightforward
4 fact based expressions
4 METHODS OF WRITING:
 A summary is considered the most important information. It
tells the readers what will be discussed.

Background information answers the who, where,

when, and why.

The discussion depicts each item or topic and

identifies any actions required.

The outcome is a general statement of results and any

recommendation.
Depending on the type of document
there may be additional levels of
necessary information.
Know Your Intended Audience
Language and Tone
 Technical Writing Basics
Technical writing requires transparency
of expression and therefore a
straightforward use of language.
 Technical writing requires the
recognition of the overall goal prior to
beginning a document.
Writers must have knowledge of the
intended audience.
 Technical Writing Basics
• Documents must include certain key
concepts so the information can be
easily understood by the intended
readers.
• Technical writing is solution based.
Thank you.