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What is the importance of technical communication within the engineering field?
xxChrisxx said:PS This smacks of a homework essay question.
bronc1 said:What is the importance of technical communication within the engineering field?
Start a thread in the general engineering section and see what happens. A discussion on tech communication has sort of started multiple times in various threads, recently near the end of the engineering for nerdy thread.techcomdame said:Still, it would be nice to see a discussion on technical communication in the engineering field. I won't hope for that here.
*shrugs* I've been trolled on these kinds of posts too, and I should know better as I've been a writing tutor for a couple of years now. It happens to almost everyone 'cause it's really hard to strike the balance between helping someone and doing the work for them, and often people think the two are the same thing. So learn from this thread, but don't let it stop you from discussing what you care about.techcomdame said:Not likely. The moderator has duly chastised me for my good faith response to an inappropriate post. Nice welcome to the forums. It's all yours.
techcomdame said:Yah, I got trolled. Oh well, live and learn. Sometimes I'm too much of an evangelist for my own good. Karma applies, however. If he's saying "thanks for the insite (sic)" his teacher is definitely going to know he didn't write it. That would get a nice zero from me, and an academic warning on his file.
Still, it would be nice to see a discussion on technical communication in the engineering field. I won't hope for that here.
berkeman said:Welcome to the PF, bronc1. In the future, please post homework/schoolwork questions in the Homework Help (HH) forums here at the PF.
What are your own thoughts about the question that you pose? There are a number of points to be discussed past what techcomdame has mentioned so far...
story645 said:*shrugs* I've been trolled on these kinds of posts too, and I should know better as I've been a writing tutor for a couple of years now. It happens to almost everyone 'cause it's really hard to strike the balance between helping someone and doing the work for them, and often people think the two are the same thing. So learn from this thread, but don't let it stop you from discussing what you care about.
I don't think that berkeman was saying that you can't discuss the topic, just that this probably wasn't the best thread to do it in as much depth as you really want to. You can probably take the discussion to another thread without much worry, as it really is worth discussing. And really (like you said), any professor worth his salt will probably catch out a student cribbing your responses if it's totally off from his style.
bronc1 said:I am sorry for posting in the wrong area. People on this site are good to let you know that. My question was an interview type of question. I wasn't writing a paper on it.
Technical communication is the process of conveying scientific or technical information to a specific audience in a clear and concise manner. It involves using specialized terminology, graphics, and other tools to effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts.
Technical communication is crucial in the engineering field because it allows engineers to effectively communicate their ideas, designs, and findings to other engineers, clients, and stakeholders. This not only ensures that everyone is on the same page, but also helps to avoid costly mistakes and misunderstandings.
Technical communication benefits engineers by enabling them to document and share their work, collaborate with others, and present their findings in a clear and professional manner. It also helps them to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and best practices in their field.
Some common forms of technical communication in engineering include technical reports, design documents, engineering drawings, presentations, and scientific papers. With the advent of technology, engineers also use various digital tools such as CAD software, 3D modeling, and simulations to communicate their ideas and designs.
Engineers can improve their technical communication skills by practicing effective writing and presentation techniques, using appropriate visual aids and graphics, and seeking feedback from colleagues and mentors. They can also attend workshops, conferences, and training programs to enhance their communication skills.