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Credit Course Descriptions (Spring 2010)
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ENGL 123

Technical Writing I (3 CR)

Prerequisite: ENGL 121

This course provides a basic knowledge of technical writing. Students will learn the writing process (prewriting, writing and rewriting) to follow when constructing correspondence, including memos, letters, e-mail, reports, instructional manuals and Web pages. Students also will learn seven key traits of effective technical writing: clarity, conciseness, document design, organization, audience recognition, audience involvement and accuracy. Accuracy specifically entails the need for students to adhere to rules of grammar and mechanics. Students will learn how to create computer- generated graphics and learn word processing skills. Finally, the students will learn how to work in teams, modeling Total Quality Management skills. 3 hrs./wk.