تقنيات كتابة التقارير

MODULE DESCRIPTION FORM

نموذج وصف المادة الدراسية

Module Information معلومات المادة الدراسية
Module Title	Technical Writing and communication skills				Module Delivery
Module Type	S				☒ Theory ☒ Lecture ☒ Lab ☐ Tutorial ☐ Practical ☐ Seminar
Module Code	BOG1146
ECTS Credits	3
SWL (hr/sem)	75
Module Level		UGx11 UGII	Semester of Delivery				Four
Administering Department		Oil and Gas Engineering	College	Oil and Gas Engineering
Module Leader			e-mail
Module Leader’s Acad. Title			Module Leader’s Qualification
Module Tutor			e-mail
Peer Reviewer Name			e-mail
Scientific Committee Approval Date			Version Number			1.0

Relation with other Modules

العلاقة مع المواد الدراسية الأخرى

Prerequisite module

Semester

Co-requisites module

Semester

Module Aims, Learning Outcomes and Indicative Contents

أهداف المادة الدراسية ونتائج التعلم والمحتويات الإرشادية

Module Objectives

أهداف المادة الدراسية

The class objectives for the mentioned class contents are to develop research skills for information discovery, improve correspondence skills, enhance explanatory and demonstrative writing skills, master visual communication skills, overcome communication obstacles, improve speaking and listening skills, enhance interpersonal communication skills, strengthen writing skills, understand audience and context, and learn and apply different presentation skills. By achieving these objectives, students will acquire the necessary skills for effective business and professional communication, including research, writing, visual communication, speaking, listening, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills.

Module Learning Outcomes

مخرجات التعلم للمادة الدراسية

Develop proficient research skills to effectively gather and evaluate information from primary and library sources.
Acquire the ability to apply appropriate correspondence skills based on the specific communication context and audience.
Enhance explanatory and demonstrative writing skills to effectively disseminate technical information to both technical and non-technical readers.
Master visual communication skills to create impactful visual aids and presentations that enhance the understanding of technical information.
Overcome obstacles to effective business and professional communication by identifying and addressing common challenges.
Improve speaking and listening skills for clear and effective oral communication in professional settings.
Enhance interpersonal communication skills and develop self-confidence in interacting with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
Strengthen writing skills and adhere to the rules of professional English writing for accurate and concise communication.
Understand how the audience and context influence the construction and delivery of messages in different professional communication scenarios.
Learn and apply various types of presentation skills, including organizing content, using visual aids, and delivering engaging presentations.

By accomplishing these learning outcomes, students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in business and professional communication, effectively convey technical information, and engage with diverse audiences in various professional settings.

Indicative Contents

المحتويات الإرشادية

In this class, students will develop essential skills in research, correspondence, explanatory writing, visual communication, and presentation. They will overcome obstacles to effective communication, improve speaking and listening abilities, enhance interpersonal skills, and gain confidence in professional interactions. Students will also strengthen their writing proficiency, understand the impact of audience and context, and learn to deliver engaging presentations. By achieving these objectives, students will be well-prepared for successful business and professional communication, equipped to convey technical information effectively, and adapt to diverse communication situations.

Learning and Teaching Strategies

استراتيجيات التعلم والتعليم

Strategies

The main strategy for delivering this class is to foster active student participation and enhance critical thinking skills. This will be accomplished through interactive classes, engaging tutorials, and practical exercises that involve hands-on activities and sampling tasks relevant to the subject matter. By emphasizing student engagement and encouraging exploration, this approach aims to facilitate a deeper understanding of the course content and promote the development of critical thinking abilities.

Student Workload (SWL)

الحمل الدراسي للطالب محسوب لـ ١٥ اسبوعا

Structured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

Structured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

Unstructured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

Unstructured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

Total SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي الكلي للطالب خلال الفصل

Module Evaluation تقييم المادة الدراسية
As		Time/Number	Weight (Marks)	Week Due	Relevant Learning Outcome
Formative assessment	Quizzes		10% (10)	5 and 10	LO #1, #2 and #10, #11
	Assignments		10% (10)	2 and 12	LO #3, #4 and #6, #7
	Projects / Lab.		10% (10)	Continuous	All
	Report		10% (10)	13	LO #5, #8 and #10
Summative assessment	Midterm Exam	1hr	10% (10)	7	LO #1 - #7
Summative assessment	Final Exam	2hr	50% (50)	16	All
Total assessment			100% (100 Marks)

Delivery Plan (Weekly Syllabus) المنهاج الاسبوعي النظري
Week	Material Covered
Week 1	Introduction to Research Skills
Week 2	Library Research Techniques
Week 3	Primary Research Methods
Week 4	Generic Conventions in Correspondence
Week 5	Explanatory and Demonstrative Writing
Week 6	Visual Communication Techniques
Week 7	Mid-Semester Assessment
Week 8	Communication Obstacles and Solutions
Week 9	Effective Speaking and Active Listening
Week 10	Interpersonal Communication Skills
Week 11	Building Self-Confidence in Communication
Week 12	Enhancing Writing Proficiency
Week 13	Audience-Centric Message Construction and Delivery
Week 14	Types of Presentation Skill
Week 15
Week 16	Preparatory week before the final Exam

Delivery Plan (Weekly Lab. Syllabus) المنهاج الاسبوعي للمختبر
Week	Material Covered
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7

Learning and Teaching Resources مصادر التعلم والتدريس
	Text	Available in the Library?
Required Texts
Recommended Texts
Websites

Grading Scheme مخطط الدرجات
Group	Grade	التقدير	Marks %	Definition
Success Group (50 - 100)	A - Excellent	امتياز	90 - 100	Outstanding Performance
	B - Very Good	جيد جدا	80 - 89	Above average with some errors
	C - Good	جيد	70 - 79	Sound work with notable errors
	D - Satisfactory	متوسط	60 - 69	Fair but with major shortcomings
	E - Sufficient	مقبول	50 - 59	Work meets minimum criteria
Fail Group (0 – 49)	FX – Fail	راسب (قيد المعالجة)	(45-49)	More work required but credit awarded
Fail Group (0 – 49)	F – Fail	راسب	(0-44)	Considerable amount of work required

Note: Marks Decimal places above or below 0.5 will be rounded to the higher or lower full mark (for example a mark of 54.5 will be rounded to 55, whereas a mark of 54.4 will be rounded to 54. The University has a policy NOT to condone "near-pass fails" so the only adjustment to marks awarded by the original marker(s) will be the automatic rounding outlined above.

تقنيات كتابة التقارير

Technical Writing and communication skills

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BOG1146

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