Technical Communication
Professional Certificate | Sunset Program
Convert Technical Jargon
NOTE: This program has been sunset. If you are currently enrolled in the program, you may complete your coursework according to the planned schedule of offerings that was emailed to you. We are no longer accepting applications for new students.
Become a technical writer and find a new niche that utilizes both your technical knowledge and your passion for writing. Software publishers, computer or engineering companies, and technical consulting services are all looking for qualified technical writers to help them translate complex programming or scientific language into a concise, readable document that anyone can understand.
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Est. Tuition $3,270
Learning Format Online
Duration 9-12 months *
*Duration times can vary talk to your student success coach for more information.Total Units 18 Units
- Strong command of the English language
- Elevated understanding of the basic principles of English composition including grammar and sentence construction
- Skills and strategies for communicating a variety of technical information
- Project management
- Research and analysis
- Content strategy
- Documenting policies and procedures
- Working knowledge of widely-used industry software
- Revising your work
- Writing for specific audiences
- Looking for a career in technical writing/technical communication
- Technical personnel, administrative analysts or assistants who need to document processes or procedures
- IT professionals, including database administrators
- Programmers and help desk managers
- Scientific professionals
- Human resources analysts
- Others who support technical or other operations that require the development or use of detailed reports, manuals or guides
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