Handbook of technical writing / Gerald J. Alred, Charles T. Brusaw, Walter E. Oliu.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Alred, Gerald J., author.

Brusaw, Charles T., author.

Oliu, Walter E., author.

Contributor:

Anne and Joseph Trachtman Memorial Book Fund.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Technical writing--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Technical writing.

Genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Physical Description:

xxii, 645 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm

Edition:

Eleventh edition.

Place of Publication:

Boston : Bedford/St. Martins, 2015.

Summary:

From formal reports and manuals to everyday e-mails, the Handbook of Technical Writing uses smart, accessible language to spotlight and clarify technical writing today. Hundreds of topic entries, 90+ sample documents, at-a-glance checklists, and dynamic videos break down the best-practices, models, and real-world skills that successful writers use to clearly and persuasively communicate technical information and data. Developed by a legendary author team with decades of combined academic and professional experience, the book's intuitive, alphabetical organization makes it easy to navigate its extensive coverage of grammar, usage, and style. Plus, updated, in-depth treatment of pressing issues like the job search, the writing process, documenting sources, and social media resonates both in class and on the job.

Contents:

Contents by topic

Preface

Five steps to successful writing

Checklist of the writing process

Handbook of technical writing: alphabetical entries

Index

Commonly misused words and phrases

Model documents and figures by topic.

Notes:

Includes index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Anne and Joseph Trachtman Memorial Book Fund.

ISBN:

9781457675522

1457675528

OCLC:

904782721