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ENG 407B - Fundamentals of Technical Writing

(3 units)
Examines rhetorical principles, composing practices, and genre knowledge involved in effective technical writing. Focused study of technical documents in businesses, organizations, or government agencies.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 303  or Junior standing.

Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to assemble a polished workplace writing portfolio, including letter of application and résumé targeted to a specific professional writing position.
2. Students will be able to conduct rhetorical inquiry into contexts for workplace writing.
3. Students will demonstrate fluency with the range of genres and documents commonly required in professional workplace writing.
4. Students will be able to give and receive constructive feedback on portfolio materials.
5. Students will be able to select and draft the correct materials for job-seeking in professional workplace writing.
6. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of several resources that assist with developing and revising workplace documents.


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