Module 1 Ginst Elective 001 Tech Writing

SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y.
2021-2022
Prepared by: MARIJANE BAWIGA ACOSTA, MAED

Instructor
Adapted by: JUNEMA A. SAMILING, MAED

Instructor
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Module 1
First Week
Fundamentals of Technical Writing
INTRODUCTION
Technical writing is a written communication about various technical subjects in sciences,

engineering, and technology. It is a specialized, structured way of writing, where information is
presented in a format and manner that best suits the cognitive and psychological needs of every
reader like you. It is ideally characterized by an attitude of impartiality and objectivity for accuracy
and precision of information.
I. LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of module 1, you are expected to:
1. present the nature of technical writing;

2. differentiate technical writing with the other types of writing;
3. relay findings on the strengths and weaknesses in writing technical paper; and
4. reflect on a learning experience.
II. TOPICS
FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNICAL WRITING

➢ Nature (definition, scope, subject matter, purpose, and readers of technical writing)
➢ The Basic Principles of Technical writing
➢ Technical Writing versus Other Types Writing
➢ Diseases of Technical Writing
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Slide Presentations on the Fundamentals of Technical Writing
Sample Technical Written Work
Graphic Organizers
III. KNOWLEDGE ACTIVATORS:
1. Come up with a word or phrase that can be associated with “technical writing”
2. Use semantic web to clearly show the relationship of ideas on technical writing.
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De-briefing Questions:
➢ What does technical writing mean?
➢ Do you think technical writing is different from other ways of writing, such
as academic writing, essay writing, poetry writing, news item writing, and
other ways of writing? Give reasons for your answer.
Concept Linkers
Read this sample of technical written work.
Rust Killer or Anti- Rust Spray 1

Anti –Rust Spray 1 is an anti-corrosion wax for routine maintenance of mechanical equipment.
This can be applied directly onto bolts, flanges, crevices, and into vold as well as onto pipes, valves,
and flat steel.
Easy to use, Anti-Rust Spray 1 contains rust stabilizing pigment which treats with rust to provide
effective short-term corrosion protection.
Here’s a technical description of the type of rust killer.
Appearance: Red/Brown Wax Spray

Specific gravity: 0.02
Kg/liter/lbs/US gallon: 0.88(7.35)
Active Protection Period: 12 mos.
Storage: cool, dry place at minimum temperature
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at 10 ‘C (50’ F)
Propellant: butane (Propane mix)
Product No: 140-59380 (4050 ND)
The active protection period is dependent upon environmental conditions, Anti-Rust Spray 1
should be regularly applied for complete protection in aggressive environments. (Braceros,2011)
Think and Discover

1.What is something unique or unusual about the technical written work you have just read?
2.Is this reading material interesting or understandable to all kinds of readers? Why? Why not?
IV.INPUT /INTERACTION
➢ Definition
Technical Writing is your act of communicating, through writing, whatever you think and
feel about your job, business, industry, profession, and organization. It is “on the -job -
writing”. - a modern way of defining technical writing. Defining it traditionally, you think of
technical writing as mainly producing written outputs about these three fields of knowledge:
Science, Technology and Engineering. As an act of writing about a workplace, it pertains to
all kinds of organizations, jobs, and professions in the field of Architecture, Agriculture,
Business, Engineering, Music, Medicine, Radiology, Banking, Psychology, and so on.
Involving varieties of people, products, services, topics, and expressions that are unique,
special, or exclusive to a particular job. To characterize its nature, two words are opt to be
used. These are diversity and multiculturalism (Braceros, 2011).
For McMurray (2002), Technical Writing takes place within a writer’s filed of profession
or area of discipline composed of readers who are familiar with the technical writer’s subject
matter and writing style. Expressions circulating in this group of readers are not
understandable or familiar to all kinds of people.
Inclined to using specialized terms, Reep (2003) emphasized that technical writing tends
to exclude other readers from its domain.
Having its own subject matter, format, technical terms, and audience, technical writing
exists to others as: Professional Writing, Business Writing, Occupational Writing, or On-the-
Job Writing (Braceros, 2011).
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➢ Purpose of Technical Writing
The purpose of technical writing is often determined by audience, which then affects the tone of
the correspondence. In fact, understanding the interrelationship among purpose, audience, and
tone is essential to answering the question, “Why do we write technical correspondence?”
• Technical writing is used to request action. If you’re writing to a supervisor or
manager (audience) about promotion or salary increase, then you are requesting a
direct action.
• Technical writing is used to propose action. When you write to your Supervising
Highway Engineer about the re-routing of the traffic, then you are proposing an
action.
• Technical writing is used to recommend action. When you write to your
Accounting Head to reassess the value of the items on sale at the firm’s warehouse,
then you are recommending action.
In summary, your purpose in technical writing is determined by your audience’s needs. This sense
of audience then affects tone. Within these parameters, the purpose of Technical Writing is wide-
ranging (Abelos, et.al, 2005).
➢ Subject Matter of Technical Writing
The content of technical writing is objective information that is accurately and clearly presented.
Technical readers need to know exactly what the piece of writing means. It tells the reader
exactly what to do, how to do it, and under what conditions to do it.
Technical writing records data in business, science, engineering, industry and in all formal
aspects of professional areas. It presents factual data, statistics and measurable elements.
Thus, technical writing can be analyzed logically and evaluated scientifically. It gives
explanations to support plausible conclusions. It is highly specific and detailed. It leaves no
room for conflicting interpretations(Alcantara & Espina 2003).
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➢ Characteristics of Technical Writing
To be acquainted with the characteristics of technical writing, view the slideshow presentation
which can be accessed at https://prezi.com/w1jju4gr3vzi/abcs-of-technical-writing/
Another important aspect in technical writing is the style and the format which differentiate it
from other writing demands (Casela & Cuevas, 2010).
Technical Style
• simple
• grammaticality
• vocabulary
• scientific/technical terms
• appropriate word choice
Technical Format
• Three-part format (introduction, body, and conclusion)

• Mechanical neatness
• visual illustration
• tables and graphs
• drawing and diagrams
• computer-generated visuals photos
➢ Readers of Technical Writing
Analyzing a particular audience’s need s and purposes will definitely guide you in writing
effectively technical reports, business correspondences, and research paper. Hence, identifying
your user or set of users doing a specific task in a particular way will determine the main
purpose of your paper. There are five kinds of audience or readers that you need to consider.
They are as follows:
• layman
• executive
• expert
• technician
• operator
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Knowing who the readers are, why they are reading, what they already know, and how much
they need to know about the subject are essential matters for a writer who has to decide on what
to include in his content and how to present it.
Consider the following reader’s requirements rather than your own, and ask yourself the
following;
• How much technical knowledge about the subject do they already

have?
• What positions do they have in the organization?
• What are their attitudes about the subject?
• How will they read the document?
• What purpose do they have in using the document?
The answers to these basic questions will prepare you to engage your reader, establish an
appropriate tone on your report, choose specific examples, select a manageable level of detail,
and arrange information logically (Cajucom, 2011).
➢ The Basic Principles of Technical Writing
Employing the basic principles of technical writing serves as a guide to analyze authentic texts to
acquire knowledge and familiarity necessary to produce effective technical papers. Generally,
technical writing adheres to the principle of s of unity, coherence, and emphasis (order of time,
order by position, order of importance, and spatial order) (Casella & Cuevas, 2010).
1. Technical writing is written for a specific person or group of people. They are
assumed to be intelligent but uninformed. For example, the book of Pharmacy is
intended for pharmacists or students of Pharmacy. Likewise, the book on Electronics
Engineering is intended for Electronics engineer or students of Electronics Engineering.
Even the articles in magazines, journals, or gazettes about a certain field of work are written
for the same professionals who are in the same field of work. Of course, an engineer would
have no interest in the book of pharmacy since it is not his field. Besides, there are many
things he would not appreciate since he is not familiar with it. But a pharmacist would
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appreciate it since she has background knowledge about pharmacy, and she needs to read it
for further information.
2. Technical writing is written for a purpose. All words in the sentence- all
sentences in the paragraph; all paragraphs in the composition-must contribute
to the intended purpose. Conscience is one of the characteristics of technical writing.
Any word, sentence, or paragraph that would only duplicate the same idea or has no relation
to the idea must be eliminated. It avoids redundancy and incoherence.
3. Technical writing uses simple, concrete, and familiar language. The readers of
technical writing are usually busy and directly looking for their specific purpose. They must
not be burdened to unlock the difficult words of the writer. They are after the information of
the contents, and they need concrete data. The communication would be much more
effective if the reader could easily grasp what the writer means to say as it is written.
4. Technical writing should always have the three parts; introduction, contents,
and conclusion. In introduction, the writer should condition the mind of the reader of
what he is going to say. He introduces his topic and gives some background information of
the content he is about to tell. Then, he goes on to his content, he main discussion of his
composition. And finally, ends it up by recapitulating what he has discussed.
5. Technical writing must be presentable and attractive. Like a person who does not
want him to be rejected because he is not properly dressed and attractive, it is the same in
technical writing. Besides the writing is the reflection of the writer. It is very embarrassing
for the writer if his report paper is full of defects and flaws. Physical appearance could add
to the interest of the reader. (Tanuecoz et al., 2010)
Technical Writing versus Other Types Writing
People get informed, entertained, educated through different types of writing. Fictional writing
that produces novels, short stories, plays, poems, and other literary works do not only stir up
your emotions positively, but also enlighten you spiritually and mentally. Likewise, expository,
academic, and other persuasive kinds of writing that yield essays, anecdotes, journals, or
biographies aim at informing, enlightening, instructing or entertaining readers.
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How do you compare and contrast technical writing with the different types of writing?
Technical writing is not meant to entertainment purposes but for knowledge improvement.
Basically, to reveal ideas, views, and feelings about a certain topic is the main objectives of all
types of writing regardless of whether the readers respond to the writer’s ideas or not, or of what
kind of responses or reactions the text may get from the readers. The impact of the written work
entirely depends on the reader’s judgment.
In relation to sharing of knowledge as the common objective of all types of writing, technical
writing slants a bit, in that, aside from informing or educating, it necessarily elicits responses,
reactions, or answers from readers or clientele. It operates in such a way that it has to establish a
connection between two parties- seller-buyer/employer-employee/ worker-worker/ company-
company- whereby such link must lead to making the second party or reader give his or her
feedback to the writer. The need of an immediate response to the content of the written work is
the ultimate objective of technical writing. This is not so for expository, academic, literary, and
other persuasive forms of writing which do not demand any reaction or feedback from the
readers (Braceros, 2011).
“Creative Writing versus Technical Writing”

It is often difficult to distinguish the differences and similarities between Technical Writing and
Creative Writing. Writing is writing and good writing is creative writing. If we accept, however,
that Technical Writing exists in its own category, with Creative Writing in another, how can we
categorize creative Technical writing? One way to explore the differences and similarities between
Technical Writing and Creative Writing is to analyze them with regard to subject, purpose,
audience and voice. Even a rudimentary analysis of these two writing styles in terms of subject,
purpose, audience and voice will expose the fact that Creative Writing encompasses a broader
scope of writing than Technical Writing, with fewer limitations.
The subject and purpose in Technical Writing and Creative Writing differ in that Technical
Writing is always nonfiction, with the purpose of educating or instructing, while Creative Writing
can be fiction, nonfiction, or a combination of both, and can serve any purpose. Creative Writing
is nonrestrictive, encompassing goals from education to entertainment. In contrast, Technical
Writing is never meant to entertain, though it can be entertaining at times, depending on the
subject, purpose, and audience being addressed. Entertaining Technical Writing can be
considered creative Technical Writing.
Creative Writing subjects can be fiction, nonfiction, or a combination of both, as is usually the
case with biographies. Technical Writing focuses on nonfiction, technical procedures, methods,
or processes. Creative Writing can be about any subject, from fantastical stories of Mickey Mouse
to hard-boiled detective stories about corrupt policemen. Technical Writing about Mickey Mouse
might include a user manual about a Mickey Mouse website, telephone or video game, or some
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back-end documentation about an interactive Mickey Mouse website. Just as the subject of
Technical Writing is limited to nonfiction, with the purpose of educating or instructing, the
audience in Technical Writing is limited as well. The audience for Technical Writing can be divided
into a technical and a non-technical audience, often defined by how this audience understands—
or is trying to understand—the technical subject being presented in the writing. Test procedures,
speculation documents, abstracts, flow charts and installation manuals usually address a
technically proficient audience. User manuals, online help materials and abstracts address a semi-
technical or non-technical audience.
In Creative Writing, audiences tend to be divided among age, hobby, taste, or interest. The
audience that enjoys romance is addressed in Romance novels, while the audience that enjoys
space exploration, or futuristic technology, gets addressed in Science Fiction. In short, the
audience in Creative Writing is far from being neatly divided among technical and non-technical.
Instead, it is divided into numerous categories based on hobby, interest, or whatever demographic
niches a publisher or literary agent decides to fabricate. Essentially, the audience in Creative
Writing is unlimited.
Since the subject, purpose, and audience being addressed in Technical Writing are limited to
nonfiction, with the purpose of instructing or educating a technical or non-technical audience
about technical subjects, the voice used to accomplish this goal is restricted. Clarity, brevity, and
accuracy are integral to the voice being used in Technical Writing, especially when the writing
addresses complex technical material. When addressing a non-technical audience, a clear and
understandable voice must still be used in order to make difficult, technical material more
comprehensible. The voice for addressing a technical audience must be clear, brief, and accurate.
In Technical Writing, there is little room for salient descriptions that could potentially confuse the
reader. User manuals and online help material must be understandable to meet the needs of either
a technical or non-technical audience. There exists little room in Technical Writing for slang,
colorful metaphors, or long, elegant modifiers.
In Creative Writing, clarity can serve its purpose (just ask Ernest Hemmingway, a writer famous
for his terse-journalistic-writing-style), and so too can long descriptions, esoteric imagery, and
whatever else serves the audience being addressed. In Creative Writing, the only rule (which really
isn’t a rule, but a strong suggestion) about establishing a voice is that it appropriately serves the
subject matter and audience for which it is being written.
In essence, Technical Writing and Creative Writing are different styles of writing, which address
different subjects and audiences. While the purpose of Technical Writing is to educate or instruct
about technical material, the purpose of Creative Writing is limitless. While Technical Writing is
always non-fiction, and mostly used to educate or instruct, Creative Writing can be fiction, non-
fiction, or a combination of the two, and can be used to educate or instruct. Though Technical
Writing generally addresses a technical audience, Creative Writing can potentially do the same,
as is often the case in science fiction: i.e., William Gibson’s Neuromancer, which coined the term
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‘cyberspace’ addressed a very technical, computer literate audience. By the same token, Technical
Writing audiences can be non-technical.
The Technical Writing voice must be clear, concise, and accurate, in order to express adequately,
the subject matter and material being presented. Clarity and accuracy are not integral to a creative
writing voice, though they can make the writing better, depending on authorial intent. (In the case
of Nathaniel Hawthorne—who got paid by the page—brevity was not always necessary.
Since Creative Writing is much less limited than Technical Writing, it can be considered a broader
writing category. In fact, Creative Writing can encompass Technical Writing, resulting in what
could be deemed creative Technical Writing. This is the case when technical material gets
presented in a unique manner to serve the purpose of educating or instructing its audience.
However, despite the smaller sub-categorical size of Technical Writing, the style is expanding.
With the ever-changing range of technological subjects and the broadening audience entering the
Technological arena, the smaller, more restrictive category of Technical Writing is quickly
expanding to meet the growing demands of a new information technology age.
http://www.smartmediallc.com/downloads/pdfs/Technical%20Writing/Technical%20Versus%
20Creative%20Writing.pdf
Academic Writing Vs Technical Writing – What Is Harder?
Academic writing is relatively complex because most of the academic papers are tied to a specific
discipline or study area. Unlike many would think, this type of writing is done in the business
and computer sector also, and today these are the two main sectors for academic writing.
Scholarly articles and textbooks in either of these sectors will contain a lot of detail. Each
technical area will have specialized terminologies that are not known to a normal person.
Technical writing is closely related to the description of a product. The main strategy followed in
technical writing is to clearly explain the steps to accomplish the task in such a way that any
person will be able to do it. Technical writing mainly consists of user manual preparation that
contains detailed working and properties of an equipment or product. Other types of technical
writings include business letters, memos, product descriptions, warning labels and, to some
extent, editorial letters.
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Comparison between academic writing and technical writing
There are very important differences between academic and technical writing. A good academic
writer may not be a good technical writer and vice versa.
• The purpose of academic writing is to represent the result obtained from one’s academic
research. However, in some cases, it is also used to show some one's point of view about a topic.
The purpose of technical writing is to describe the working of a product or steps involved in a
process.
• The targeted audience is different in both cases. Academic papers are often read by research
scholars or academic professionals who are interested in that particular area. Technical writing
mainly is intended for the normal layman or government inspectors who need to know the task
followed by a particular company.
• Academic writing jobs are mainly for professionals who already know the research and academic
responsibilities. Academic writers can be expert in a particular domain like physics,
mathematics, etc.
• Technical writers are able to convert complex technical terms into simple language that can be
understood by all. Technical writers can specialize in a particular area like medical writing,
software writing, etc.
http://www.abg-jobs.com/a-comparison-between-academic-writing-and-technical-writing/
Diseases of Technical Writing
There are a number of diseases that seem to affect students’ writing. They all contribute to
making technical writing less clear, less accurate, less concise, and less coherent than it should
be. Here are the “diseases “usually found in technical writing: (Cajucom, 2011).
1. Content
▪ Limited knowledge of subject
▪ Shortcuts of expression
▪ Inadequate development of topic
▪ Little substance
2. Organization
▪ Choppy sentences
▪ Ideas confused or disconnected
▪ Lack of logical sequencing and development
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▪ Widespread sloppiness of expression
▪ Unnecessary modification
3. Vocabulary
▪ Errors of word form, choice, and usage
▪ Impersonal tone
▪ Confusion of meaning
▪ Jargons and big words
▪ Vague words
▪ Meaningless words
▪ Sexist language
4. Language Use
▪ Barbarously overloaded sentences
▪ Monolithic and monotonous usage
▪ Pat phrases or clichés
▪ Awkward expressions
▪ Confusing sentence structures
▪ Incorrect subject-verb agreement
▪ Sentence fragments
▪ Misplaced modification
▪ Faulty parallelism
▪ Wrong tenses
▪ Overuse of the passive voice
5. Mechanical Errors
▪ Spelling
▪ Punctuation
▪ Capitalization
▪ Paragraphing
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Comprehension Check
A. Using the concept map below, present the nature of technical writing.
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B. Contrast technical writing with the other types of writing by completing the grid below with
the needed details.
Elements Technical Writing Academic Literature or

Or Or Creative Writing
On-the –Job Expository
Writing Writing
1.Subject .
2.Purpose or
Objective
3.Audience or
Readers
4.Structure or
Organization
5.Language
6.Sample Work
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C. Analyze the compositions presented. These are students’ responses to an activity on writing
about their expectations in technical writing course during day one in class. The following
questions will help you begin your analysis:
➢ Do the compositions meet the characteristics of effective writing?
➢ What diseases of effective writing do you find in each composition?
D. Improve the given compositions by applying the basic principles of effective writing.
Composition A
As a Pharmacy student, I have many expectations on this subject. One of my expectations is
to learn more about this subject. It focuses in writings because this subject is all about technical
writing. I also expect that we will always write in this subject. It’s really good when you have
your own writings. So I can say that this subject help us to improve your grammars little by
little.
I hope that this subject will not be boring because I’m willing to learn more about this
subject. I hope I will easily understand what my instructor discuss because this subject can be
apply to our daily living. In writing, we can express our feelings/ emotions.
Composition B
My expectations in technical writing are the following; I am expecting that at the end of the
semester, I will be able to make or compose different types of letters which are very helpful in my
chosen profession. By gaining this knowledge, I will be more confident in working in the future. This
will also help me in dealing with my children’s regarding in their school documents. I am also
expecting that I will be able to broaden my vocabulary words in terms of replacing simple words to a
more appropriate and exact words that should be written when composing a letter.
Aside from having or writing personal expectations, I also expect the whole class will have fun
in learning and gaining knowledge in this subject. I’m expecting that our professor will be patient
enough in dealing with us students who can’t get the lesson very fast or who are those slow learners.
Task (This will serve as your Prelim Examination.)
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1. Interview some professionals (at least two) whom you know about the things they write in
their work field and name them. Ask what their strengths and weaknesses are in writing
technical paper. Also, ask the value of technical writing in their profession. Relay what you
learned from these authoritative people by telephone conversation with a classmate. Keep
in mind not to use fragmentary sentences in sharing your findings. You may also ask
questions during your telecollaboration. Be ready to share your findings in our Google
classroom. Below is the rubric for your task.
Rubric for the Telephone Conversation
Excellent Very Good Fair Needs

(5) Good (3) (2) Improvement
(4) (1)
Substance
Completeness
Organization of
Ideas
Appropriateness
and Clarity of
Language
Fluency
Total
Grand Total /25
V. REFLECTION/ INTEGRATION
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Reflect on the learning that you gained from this lesson by completing the given chart.
What were your misconceptions about What new or additional learning have
the topic prior to taking up this lesson? you gained from this lesson in terms of
skills, content, and attitude?
I thought… I learned that…
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VI.SUMMARY:
In this lesson you learned that technical writing conveys specific information about a
technical subject to a specific audience for a specific purpose. It is the practical writing that
people do as part of their jobs.
VII.REFERENCES:
Books
➢ Alcantara & Espina. (2003). Technical Writing For Filipino Students.Makati City: Katha
Publishing Co., Inc.
➢ Braceros E. (2011). Technical Writing In this Era of Globalization and Modern
Technology.Quezon City:Rex Printing, Company, Inc.
➢ Casela & Cuevas. (2010). Developing Technical Writing Skills: Towards MeetingAcademic
Challenges.Mandaluyong City: Books Atbp.Publishing Corp.
➢ Cajucom L. (2011). TechnicalWritingFor Nursing Students.Mandaluyong City: Anvil

Publishing, Inc.
➢ Tendero et.al. (2010) Technical Writing for Research, Reports and Business
Letters.Malabon City: Mutya Publishing House, Inc.
➢ Villamarzo et.al. (2003). Interactive Technical Writing.Manila: UST Publishing House.
Websites/Links
➢ Sibal, Z. (2014). ABC’s Of Technical Writing. Retrieved

fromhttps://prezi.com/w1jju4gr3vzi/abcs-of-technical-writing/
➢ Academic Writing Vs Technical Writing – What Is Harder?Retrieved
fromhttp://www.abg-jobs.com/a-comparison-between-academic-writing-and-technical-
writing/
➢ “Creative Writing versus Technical Writing “Retrieved
fromhttp://www.smartmediallc.com/downloads/pdfs/Technical%20Writing/Technical%
20Versus%20Creative%20Writing.pdf
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Name_______________________ Course/Year & Section______________
MODULE 1
Knowledge Activators
➢ Come up with a word or phrase that can be associated with “technical writing.”
➢ Use sematic web to clearly show the relationship of ideas on technical writing.
De-briefing Questions:
➢ What does technical writing mean?
➢ Do you think technical writing is different from other ways of writing, such
as academic writing, essay writing,poetry writing, news item writing and
other ways of writing? Give reasons for your answer.
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Concept Linkers
Read this sample of technical written work.
Rust Killer or Anti- Rust Spray 1

Anti –Rust Spray 1 is an anti-corrosion wax for routine maintenance of mechanical equipment.
This canbe applied directly onto bolts,flanges,crevices, and into vold as well as onto pipes.,
valves, and flat steel.
Easy to use, Anti-Rust Spray 1 contains rust stabilizing pigment which treats with rust to provide
effective short-term corrosion protection.
Here’s a technical description of the type of rust killer.
Appearance : Red/Brown Wax Spray

Specific gravity: 0.02
Kg/liter/lbs/US gallon : 0.88( 7.35)
Active Protection Period: 12 mos.
Storage: cool, dry place at minimum temperature
at 10 ‘C ( 50’ F )
Propellant : butane ( Propane mix)
Product No: 140-59380 ( 4050 ND )
The active protection period is dependent upon environmental conditions, Anti-Rust Spray 1
should be regularly applied for complete protection in aggressive environments.(Braceros,2011 )
Think and Discover
1.What is something unique or unusual about the technical written work you have just read?
2.Is this reading material interesting or understandable to all kinds of readers? Why? Why not?
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Comprehension Check:
A. Using the concept map below, present the nature of technical writing.
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B. Contrast technical writing with the other types of writing by completing the grid below with
the needed details.
Elements Technical Writing Academic Literature or

Or Or Creative Writing
On-the –Job Expository
Writing Writing
1.Subject .
2.Purpose or
Objective
3.Audience or
Readers
4.Structure or
Organization
5.Language
6.Sample Work
C. Interview some professionals (at least two) whom you know about the things they write in
their work field and name them. Ask what their strengths and weaknesses are in writing
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technical paper. Also ask the value of technical writing in their profession. Relay what you
learned from these authoritative people by telephone/cellphone conversation with a
classmate. Keep in mind not to use fragmentary sentences in sharing your findings. You
may also ask questions during your telecollaboration. Be ready to share your findings in
our google classroom. Below is the rubric for your task.
Rubric for the Telephone Conversation
Excellent Very Good Fair Needs

(5) Good (3) (2) Improvement
(4) (1)
Substance
Completeness
Organization of
Ideas
Appropriateness
and Clarity of
Language
Fluency
Total
Grand Total /25
V. REFLECTION/INTEGRATION
Reflect on the learning that you gained from this lesson by completing the given chart.
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What were your misconceptions about What new or additional learning have
the topic prior to taking up this lesson? you gained from this lesson in terms of
skills, content, and attitude?
I thought… I learned that…
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SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y.

Prepared by: MARIJANE BAWIGA ACOSTA, MAED

Adapted by: JUNEMA A. SAMILING, MAED

Technical writing is a written communication about various technical subjects in sciences,

At the end of module 1, you are expected to:

1. present the nature of technical writing;

FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNICAL WRITING

III. KNOWLEDGE ACTIVATORS:

Rust Killer or Anti- Rust Spray 1

Appearance: Red/Brown Wax Spray

Think and Discover

➢ Subject Matter of Technical Writing

which can be accessed at https://prezi.com/w1jju4gr3vzi/abcs-of-technical-writing/

• Three-part format (introduction, body, and conclusion)

➢ Readers of Technical Writing

• How much technical knowledge about the subject do they already

➢ The Basic Principles of Technical Writing

Technical Writing versus Other Types Writing

“Creative Writing versus Technical Writing”

Diseases of Technical Writing

Elements Technical Writing Academic Literature or

Task (This will serve as your Prelim Examination.)

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➢ Cajucom L. (2011). TechnicalWritingFor Nursing Students.Mandaluyong City: Anvil

➢ Villamarzo et.al. (2003). Interactive Technical Writing.Manila: UST Publishing House.

➢ Sibal, Z. (2014). ABC’s Of Technical Writing. Retrieved

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Elements Technical Writing Academic Literature or

Rubric for the Telephone Conversation

Excellent Very Good Fair Needs

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I thought… I learned that…

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