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The Five C’s . Clear Correct Concise Consistent Comprehensive. Technical Communication. Entry-level engineers spend 40 percent of their time writing. Managerial-level engineers spend an even higher percentage of their time writing. Characteristics of Technical Communication.
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The Five C’s • Clear • Correct • Concise • Consistent • Comprehensive
Technical Communication • Entry-level engineers spend 40 percent of their time writing. • Managerial-level engineers spend an even higher percentage of their time writing.
Characteristics of Technical Communication • Addresses particular readers (listeners) • Helps readers solve problems • Furthers an organization’s goals • Is created collaboratively • Uses design to increase readability • Involves words and graphics • Involves high-tech tools
Measures of Excellence in Technical Communication • Honesty • Clarity • Accuracy • Comprehensiveness • Accessibility • Conciseness • Professional appearance • Correctness • Consistency
Contact Information Gail Palmer Van Leer W-319 (404) 894-0630 gpalmer@ece.gatech.edu