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Course Overview

Technical communicators make complex things easy to understand. As a technical writer, you're the vital link between the engineer or manufacturer who takes too much for granted and the busy, unsophisticated end-user. From computer software to business workflows, military equipment to household appliances, online manuals to training materials, your skills are both essential and highly valued.

The Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Technical Communication) gives you the skills you need to explain technical stuff in a way that your target audience can easily understand. You'll cover the theory and practice of effective communication, and become familiar with the core tools of the trade. What's more, you'll enjoy immediate industry recognition, because the course is supported by the Australian Society of Technical Communicators (ASTC).

If you've ever programmed a universal remote or pieced together a child's toy, you'll know exactly why technical communicators are important. With a technical communication certificate to your name, you'll be qualified to join the ranks of people who help make the world a more user-friendly place.

What You Will Learn with the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Technical Communication)

After completing the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Technical Communication), you'll be able to identify your audience and their learning style, write for different audiences, write very sophisticated documents, understand technical writing software, and develop online help. Subjects include:

• Effective Communication
• Developing Technical Documents
• Software for Technical Communicators
• Developing Online Help for Applications

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What the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Technical Communication) Can Do for You

Technical communicators are employed in virtually every industry - from software to sports, automotive to aerospace. You may choose to pursue a career as a:

• Technical writer
• Technical communicator
• Trainer
• Information architecture specialist
• Technical copywriter

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant about the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Technical Communication) distance learning course and study options.

Getting Started Not sure where to begin? This course includes units that allow you to start learning and build your study skills and confidence, while keeping your degree options open. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for unit recommendations and to discuss your particular requirements.

Set Your Own Timetable Studying with OUA has allowed me to complete my degree without stopping work - the flexibility is great. Belinda M

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Course Structure Total units: 4 Course Units Developing Technical Documents Software for Technical Communicators Developing Online Help for Applications