The Practice of Technical and Scientific Communication: Writing in Professional Contexts [Hardcover]

The Practice of Technical and Scientific Communicationis a detailed description of the work done by technical and scientific communicators in a variety of professional settings. It is designed mainly as an educational and career planning tool for students preparing for careers in technical communication. However, it may also be used by educators who teach and advise students, by researchers who need a comprehensive picture of technical communication practice, and by employers who need a more thorough understanding of how technical communicators can contribute to their businesses.

Introduction, Jean A. Lutz and C. Gilbert Storms
Writing in Business and Manufacturing, William J. Buchholz
Writing for Engineering Fields, Marian G. Barchilon
Writing in the Aerospace Industry, Rebecca O. Barclay and Thomas E. Pinell
Writing for the Environmental Sciences, Melinda Thiessen Spencer
Writing in Hazardous Waste Management, Joan Strawson Dollarhide
Writing for the Computer Industry, R. John Brockmann and Christopher Velotta
Science Writing, Ricki Lewis
Writing in Medical and Health Care Environments, Patricia L. Cornett
Pharmaceutical Writing, Sandra J. Lobbestael
Writing for Government and NonProfit Social Service Agencies, Lisa Meeder Turnbull
Technical and Scientific Communicators in Advertising, Karen Levine
Freelancing or Consulting, David N. Dobrin
About the Authors
Author Index