Technical Writing Certificate - Montgomery College, Maryland

TECHNICAL WRITING CERTIFICATE (G): 143
Statewide Program

This certificate curriculum is designed for those already employed in technical positions or in related positions, seeking to move into careers in technical writing and editing or to upgrade skills in these areas. The emphasis is on tools, techniques, and procedures for developing, preparing, and producing technical documents and presentations in a work environment. Those without appropriate background must obtain the consent of an adviser before enrolling in the curriculum.

CA 161	Desktop Publishing I
or
CG 120	Computer Graphics: Art and Illustration I	4
CA 172	Internet and Web Literacy
or
	CA or CS elective	3
EN 101	Techniques of Reading and Writing I	3
EN 105	Principles of English Grammar	3
EN 109	Writing for Technology and Business	3
EN 125	Techniques of Proofreading and Editing	3
EN 240	Organization and Development of Technical Documents	3
MG 101	Principles of Management
or
MG 103	Introduction to Marketing
or
MG 205	Organizational Behavior	3
SP 112	Business and Professional Speech Communication
or
SP 212	Effective Technical Presentations	3
Total credit hours 28

Refer to course description pages to identify courses with prerequisites.
Courses in italics meet General Education requirements.