LibGuides: Writing and Communicating Technical Information: Key Resources

Key Resources

Clear and Concise Communications for Scientists and Engineers by James G. Speight; Zaleena K. Chin Yuen Kee
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2012
The Craft of Scientific Communication by Joseph E. Harmon; Alan G. Gross
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2010
Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2013
Presents key principles of communication that support clear exchanges in a technical context and help engineers learn effective communication skills.
Engineering Writing by Design: Creating Formal Document of Lasting Value
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2020
Free Online Textbook for Technical Writing by by David McMurrey
Call Number: Open Educational Resource
Publication Date: 1997–2015
How to Write Technical Reports: understandable structure, good design, convincing presentation
Call Number: Online
Publication Date: 2019
A Guide to Technical Communications: Strategies & Applications by Lynn Hall & Leah Wahlin
Call Number: Open Educational Resource
Publication Date: 2016
Reporting Results: A Practical Guide for Engineers and Scientists by David C. van Aken; William F. Hosford
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2008
Technical Writing: A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2019
Technical Writing by Phillip A. Laplante
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2011
Writing and Designing Manuals and Warnings, Fifth Edition
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2020

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Effective Communication: Tips on Technical Writing.
Malvar HS. IEEE Signal Processing Magazine. 2008;25:129-132.
Practical Tips for Effective Technical Writing
Goyal, Om P. Chemical Industry Digest 31 Jan. 2012.
Some Essentials for Succeeding in Technical Writing.
Carr, Jeffrey. The Writer. 2008;121:13.
Technical Reading and Writing.
Roberts, Larry. Tech Directions, Dec2009, Vol. 69 Issue 5, p36-40.
The Three Laws of Professional Communication.
Doumont, J.L. Professional Communication, IEEE Transactions vol 45, no 4, pp. 291-296, Dec 2002

IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL) This link opens in a new window
(IEEE/IET) Provides access to technical literature in electrical engineering, computer science, and electronics published by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Included are over 220 journals, magazines, and transactions from the two organizations, proceedings from over 1,800 IEEE annual conferences, and 4400 IEEE standards in key technology fields.

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Engineering Case Studies Online This link opens in a new window
(ProQuest / Alexander Street Press) Analysis of notable engineering cases and failures throughout history, with information in video, photographic, and textual formats.

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Applied Science and Technology Source This link opens in a new window
(EBSCO) Provides comprehensive research, recent projects and case studies, and news information in all areas of applied science and technology.

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Films on Demand This link opens in a new window
(Films Media Group / Infobase Learning) The Master Academic and Technical Education collections of educational and news films from Films Media Group and Infobase covering a wide range of subject matter. Studios represented include PBS, BBC, Films For Humanities & Sciences, National Geographic, TED, and others.
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(Kanopy) Full-length streamed videos including popular documentaries, feature films, and professional educational films covering the arts, business, education, global studies, health, media and communication, science, social science, and technical training.
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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) This link opens in a new window
(LinkedIn) Online video training tutorials on various topics, applications, and software packages including audio and video production, 3D animation, AutoCAD, Maya, web design, computer programming, and business and office applications.
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Technical Writing Essentials

Technical Writing Essentials
Created specifically for TEC400 and SES391, Technical Writing Essentials is an open and free textbook that covers the fundamental principles and techniques of technical writing.

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