ISTC Open Learning Course
The qualification is offered in two parts
(two separate courses):
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01 Technical Communication Techniques |
02 Technical Authorship |
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ISTC Certificate in Technical Communication Techniques |
ISTC Certificate in Technical Authorship |
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On request |
On request |
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To suit student needs |
To suit student needs |
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0101 Written Paper
0102 Project Work |
0203 Written Paper
0204 Written Paper - Practical |
ISTC Examinations are held annually in May and October. Depending on when the student applies to take the course will determine the examination date they can attend.
01 Technical Communication Techniques
This syllabus covers the handling of technical information in industry, science and commerce, and the effective
and economical methods of preparing and communicating this information in technical reports, design
documents, specifications, leaflets, technical articles, abstracts, simple equipment handbooks, sales and
technical presentations, conferences and lectures.
01 Describe the Communication Process.
02 Match Information to Different Users' Needs.
03 Collect and Sort Information.
04 Prepare and Present Information.
05 Understand the Special Factors in International Communication.
06 Understand the Methods of Communicating.
02 Technical Authorship
The aim of the course is to help them to attain the professional standard of technical
authorship required for producing technical manuals, sales literature and other forms of
data presentation.
01 Describe the Role of the Technical Author.
02 Plan an Assignment.
03 Gather Information.
04 Establish the Technical Content.
05 Prepare Draft Information.
06 Commission Illustrations.
07 Prepare Work for Reproduction and Distribution.
08 Describe Supporting Equipment and Processes.
Click here for a PDF version of the course syllabus summary.
The full syllabus can be obtained from the ISTC Administrator for £5 including postage.
Interested? Contact the Education Steering Group.
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