1. HU113: Technical Report Writing
Pharos University in Alexandria
Faculty of Engineering
HU113: Technical Report Writing
Lecture 1: Course Outline
Prof. Dr. Abdelsamie Moet
Fall 2012/13

2. Course Description
HU 113 Technical Reports Writing and Presentation Skills [2-0-2]
The course teaches the students the basic skills and structure of technical writing .The student is introduced to the methods of data collection and its preparation for report writing for projects and industrial purposes. Types of reports, contents of reports, reduced reports, means of graphs representation, Patterns of writing are presented through the use of formal-informal report. Training in using word processing and CV preparation is introduced. preparation of short talks, scientific discussion and presentation is also introduced.
Prerequisites: None
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3. Intended Learning Objectives
Write and turn-around accurate technical documents quickly to meet deadlines and productivity goals
Design, edit, and revise a variety of documents according to the basic norms of written technical communication.
Select, organize, reference, and present information in order to communicate a clear, grammatically correct message.
Compose coherent texts using content and language appropriate for the intended readers.
Present your technical report more effectively both internally and externally
Capture technical and non-technical audience by delivering presentation with power and authority
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4. Grades Tutorial In-class Work 20 Assignments 10 Midterm Exams 20
Final Exam (Lectures & Tutorial) 50
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5. Lecture Topics Course Outline; Becoming an Engineer
Communication Skills
Elements and Standards of Technical Writing
Initial Preparation, Planning and Research
Report Structure, Style, Grammar and Checking
Writing and Communicating CV
Presentation Skills
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6. Becoming an Engineer
in the 21st Century
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7. Global Equivalency . . .
. . . for the Better
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8. Specifications of an Engineer
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9. Modern Engineer: ABET a-k Criteria
Engineering programs must demonstrate that their graduates have:
an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
an ability to communicate effectively
the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
a knowledge of contemporary issues
an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
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11. ABET in KSA
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15. Mälardalen University Sweden
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16. Resources
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17. Birmingham University Site
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18. Penn State Site
Writing Guidelines for Engineering and Science Students
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19. National Information Standards Organization
Scientific and Technical Reports — Elements, Organization, and Design
Driver
For
Knowledge
Economy
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20. Lab Report Writing North Carolina State University:
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21. Textbook
Report Writing Style Guide for Engineering Students, 4th edition, Anne Winckel and Bonnie Hart, University of South Australia Foundation Inc, 2002
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22. Reference Book
Gurak, Laura J. and John M. Lannon. A Concise Guide to Technical Communication. 3rd ed. New York: Longman, 2007.
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23. No
Why
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24. Dictionary and Thesaurus
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25. Becoming a 21st Century Engineer
Write a short (2-3 pages) essay on the following subject:
Becoming a 21st Century Engineer
Due Next Week
Write
Do Not Copy
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26. Directions http://library. bcu. ac. uk/learner/writingguides/1
Collect the material (from sources: references)
Introduction
Body of the essay (elements)
Conclusion
References
Title page: includes the title, your name and the name of the tutor to whom it is being submitted, date of submission, your course/department,
Avoid “fancy” fonts and effects and don’t include any clipart.
Consult Mrs Rana
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27. Report vs. Essay Presents information Presents an argument
Table of contents and numbered pages
No contents page
Uses numbered headings and subheadings
Minimal subheadings if any
Uses short concise paragraphs and dot points where applicable
Links ideas into cohesive paragraphs, rather than breaking down into dot points
Graphics used (illustrations, tables, graphs)
No illustrations
References required
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28. Essay Evaluation Grid http://www.majortests.com/sat/essay-scoring.php
SAT
Standardized
Admission
Test
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