Writing Government Technical Documents Course

Module 1: Understanding Government Technical Writing

• Define government technical writing and its types.
• Apply the seven traits of writing to improve technical documents.
• Understand the technical writing process and audience analysis techniques.
• Collaborate effectively with others to produce quality technical documents.

Module 2: Organizing Government Technical Documents

• Develop an information plan for technical documents.
• Research efficiently to support the main ideas in your document.
• Use inductive and deductive approaches to organize information logically.
• Outline effectively for both formal and informal writing projects.

Module 3: Writing with Clear Technical Formats

• Identify and draft technical emails, memos, and letters in various formats.
• Use page design and formatting for clarity and readability.
• Apply graphics and visual aids to support technical content.
• Write clear, concise instructions and procedures for various audiences.

Module 4: Drafting Specific Technical Documents

• Identify formats for formal reports and proposals.
• Organize formal reports for readability and audience needs.
• Write formal technical definitions and process descriptions.
• Apply organization patterns and calculate readability for drafting.

Module 5: Revising for Content and Readability

• Revise documents for clarity and readability using parallel structures and transitions.
• Assess and refine your workplace project for effective communication.

Module 6: Refining for Accuracy and Correctness

• Provide effective feedback to improve document accuracy.
• Proofread and correct documents for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Use modern revision methods for both digital and printed documents.