Course Objectives

• To effectively plan and structure technical reports
• To recognize the various stages in writing a technical report
• To examine the structure, layout and presentation of successful reports
• To have a clear understanding of the different sections within a report
• To understand the importance of knowing who you are writing the report for, and why
• To enhance writing skills to get 'straight to the point', using effective sentences and paragraphs
• To ensure that reports are sequential, logical, and easy-to-read
• To understand the importance of drafting and accurately proof-reading a technical report
• To develop a positive report writing style
• To understand how to present graphical data

Programme Contents

• What Is A Technical Report?
• Types Of Technical Reports
• Technical Reports You Currently Write
• Stages In Creating A Professional Technical Report
  > The Seven Stage Technical Report Writing Process
  > Adapting Your Report To Your Audience
  > The Differences Between Primary & Secondary Source Information
• Use Of Headings In Your Technical Report
• The Layout Of A Technical Report
• The Five 'C's Of Technical Communication - Clarity, Conciseness, Concrete, Coherence & Context
• Ways To Make Your Technical Report More Effective
• Writing The First Draft
• The Structure & Different Parts Of A Technical Report
• Practical Exercise - Writing Different Parts Of A Technical Report
  > Title Page
  > Introduction
  > Procedures & Findings
  > Conclusion
  > Recommendations
  > Summary
  > Contents
• How To Properly Reference In A Technical Report
• Proofreading Skills For Technical Reports
• Correct Use Of Punctuations & Abbreviations
• Choosing The Right Graphics To Present Information
  > Line Graphs
  > Bar Graphs
  > Gantt Charts
  > Pie Charts
  > Tables
  > Flow Charts