The need to translate complex findings, analysis and recommendations for effective decision-making during projects, maintenance, turnarounds, construction or operations make technical writing skills a must for every technical manager or engineer.  Therefore, effective communication by reporting within a company and also externally to clients can lead to substantial cost savings and avoid legal and contractual problems when information is conveyed clearly, and accurately and reporting is done properly.
Writing for work-related purposes ought to be brief, clear, informative and, above all, readable. In this practical hands-on course, participants will gain a solid foundation in technical writing skills.

Examples and exercises will provide participants with hands-on experience. You may choose to bring a sample of your technical writing for one-on-one feedback.

For Whom:

This program is designed for Managers, engineers, executives and technicians who need to write, edit, or evaluate technical documents and proposals that are clear, concise, and professional relating to reports, procedures and test results in the Oil & Gas industry

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• focus on the reader as the receiver of the information;
• develop quality writing that will improve business relationships and communication;
• structure and write technical documents that are precise, clear, and concise;
• create meaningful content that can be understood and used by clients or management;
• persuade readers, clients and company management to accept or act on your proposals or reports;
• instruct readers, subordinates and direct reports to accurately follow your procedures;
• review sample reports for project management, maintenance and repair, inspection and construction activities; and
• avoid common pitfalls in technical report writing.