Writing in the Technical Fields: A Step–by–Step Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Technicians

Electrical Engineering/Technical Writing Writing in the Technical Fields A Step–by–Step Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Technicians Mike Markel, Professor of English and Director of technical Communication, Boise State University and Editor, IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication "The author has an engaging style of writing…[he] demonstrates an excellent command of the language and discusses the ‘real–world’ problems and fears faced by most writers." — John Blyler, Westinghouse Hanford This comprehensive and informal guide presents and excellent "hands–on" approach to technical writing. Combining leading–edge research with practical advice, it provides a simple, effective system for writing any type of technical document: brief memos, proposals, and reports will be easier to write, and easier to read. Enjoyable and reader–friendly, you’ll find yourself referring to the excellent suggestions and examples in this book again and again. Key features include:the techniques of technical writing such as:the writing processusing the word processor as a writing toolimproving the coherence of writinggraphics and page designcomplete coverage of common technical documents: letters, memos, minutes, procedures, manuals, proposals, progress reports, and final reportscontemporary discussions of ethics and word processingsix appendices:checklistsreview of grammar, punctuation, and mechanicslisting of commonly misused words and phrasesguide for speakers of English as a second languageguide for writing to speakers of English as a second languagebibliographyplus much more!This book is intended for everyone—from people who write an occasional memo, to those who write all day long—anyone who wants a quick look at the basic principles of good on–the–job technical writing. You’ll gain more confidence in your writing and do it faster and more effectively. Also of Interest … A New Guide for Better Technical Presentations Applying Proven Techniques with Modern Tools edited by Robert M. Woelfle, E–Systems, Inc. Providing all the latest techniques in one handy, easy–to–use source, this guide gives you the background you need to make more effective technical presentations—written, oral, even computer graphics. 1992 Softcover 416pp IEEE Order No. PP0277–4 ISBN 0–87942–283–1

Spis treści:
Preface.
TECHNIQUES.
Introduction.
Before You Start Writing.
Understanding the Writing Process.
Using the Computer to Improve Your Writing.
Improving the Coherence of Your Writing.
Writing Better Paragraphs.
Writing Better Sentences.
Choosing the Right Word.
Creating and Integrating Graphics.
Improving Page Design.
APPLICATIONS.
Letters.
Memos.
Minutes.
Procedures and Manuals.
Formal Elements of Reports.
Proposals.
Progress Reports.
Completion Reports.
APPENDICES.
Appendix A: Checklists.
Appendix B: Handbook.
Appendix C: Commonly Misused Words and Phrases.
Appendix D: Guidelines for Speakers of English as a Second Language.
Appendix E: Guidelines for Writing to Speakers of English as a Second Language.
Appendix F: Selected Bibliography.
Index.

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Electrical Engineering/Technical Writing Writing in the Technical Fields A Step–by–Step Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Technicians Mike Markel, Professor of English and Director of technical Communication, Boise State University and Editor, IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication "The author has an engaging style of writing…[he] demonstrates an excellent command of the language and discusses the ‘real–world
46; problems and fears faced by most writers." — John Blyler, Westinghouse Hanford This comprehensive and informal guide presents and excellent "hands–on" approach to technical writing. Combining leading–edge research with practical advice, it provides a simple, effective system for writing any type of technical document: brief memos, proposals, and reports will be easier to write, and easier to read. Enjoyable and reader–friendly, you’ll find yourself referring to the excellent suggestions and examples in this book again and again. Key features include:the techniques of technical writing such as:the writing processusing the word processor as a writing toolimproving the coherence of writinggraphics and page designcomplete coverage of common technical documents: letters, memos, minutes, procedures, manuals, proposals, progress reports, and final reportscontemporary discussions of ethics and word processingsix appendices:checklistsreview of grammar, punctuation, and mechanicslisting of commonly misused words and phrasesguide for speakers of English as a second languageguide for writing to speakers of English as a second languagebibliographyplus much more!This book is intended for everyone—from people who write an occasional memo, to those who write all day long—anyone who wants a quick look at the basic principles of good on–the–job technical writing. You’ll gain more confidence in your writing and do it faster and more effectively. Also of Interest … A New Guide for Better Technical Presentations Applying Proven Techniques with Modern Tools edited by Robert M. Woelfle, E–Systems, Inc. Providing all the latest techniques in one handy, easy–to–use source, this guide gives you the background you need to make mo re effective technical presentations—written, oral, even computer graphics. 1992 Softcover 416pp IEEE Order No. PP0277–4 ISBN 0–87942–283–1