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"can a technical writing document be a powerpoint?"
I am writing this on a instruction manual on how to build a computer....
Can it just be a powerpoint based off these instructions below and the rubric?
WRTG 393 students, Writing assignment #2 will be a set of instructions or procedures. For this assignment, you will have two options: -an instruction manual for a product or process -a manual for an organization An instruction manual for a product or process o Instruction manuals explain to readers how to operate something or make something. o Helpful resources “Instructions, procedures, and policies,” a chapter from Tebeaux and Dragga in eReserves Jerz’s literacy page features a fine set of tips on writing instructions. Please click here to view the site. David McMurrey has a very helpful website on writing instructions. Please click here to view the webpage. Wikibooks has an excellent guide to writing instructions. Please click here to view the site. A manual for an organization o Manuals are written for employees in an organization. They serve as a reference for the employees, and they often can serve to protect the organization. Manuals of this nature outline policies and regulations. Topics on which manuals can be written include the following: Break times and lunch periods throughout the day Dress codes Sick time and vacation policies o Helpful resources “Instructions, procedures, and policies,” a chapter from Tebeaux and Dragga in eReserves Writing Revisable Manuals Requirements The instructions will include the following sections: Title Page Overview or Introduction Equipment and materials needed (as appropriate) Definitions (as appropriate) Instructions o provide a graphic for steps of the instructions that need a graphic o at least three graphics should be original o graphics borrowed from other sources need to be cited in APA format o all graphics should be labeled Warnings or statements of caution (as appropriate) Overall, chapter 10 from Tebeaux and Dragga should be read thoroughly as you begin this assignment. Different types of instructions call for different strategies. The chapter from Tebeaux and Dragga is an excellent resource in guiding your approach. Other helpful guides on writing instructions: The Tech Writing Handbook by Dozuki, which is one of the resources listed in our class, has the following: o an appendix that provides tips in writing instructions and incorporating graphics into instructions. o chapter 6, "Photographing the process." o chapter 7, "Using Other Visuals." The Mayfield Handbook, which is also one of the resources listed in our class, features excellent tips on writing instructions. o Section 2.8.3 of the handbook, Instructions and Procedures, will be particularly helpful. Examples of instruction manuals for you to look at: o an example of an instruction manual on setting up a VPN o a video instruction on swimming. Note how the author lists the equipment and then proceeds to mention the steps involved. The video is over 10 minutes long. You might just take a look at the first couple of minutes to see how he lists the equipment and then proceeds to the steps. Length: There is no minimum or maximum number of words for this assignment. Your goal is to write coherent, well designed instructions for a user. Due Date: The instructor will post the due date. Keep in mind that this will be a draft. It can be a very rough draft or incomplete draft if you do not have a polished product yet. You will receive comments from me on this assignment. You will submit a final draft of the assignment into the assignment folder after receiving my comments on your first draft.
Rubric Name: WA2 - instructions or procedures -- rubric
Title Yes No has a title 2 points 0 points Overview or Introduction Excellent Good Fair Needs Improvement Does not pass Provides a description of the specific task or procedure that will be explained. 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 0 points indicates what background knowledge the audience needs 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point gives a general outline of the procedure and what it accomplishes 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point indicates the conditions under which the instructions can be followed and any other relevant information important to the audience before beginning 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point is grammatically and mechanically sound 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point Number of Graphics has many graphics, and they are integrated with the list of steps has some graphics, but more would help the reader to follow the instructions the reader is not able to complete the task because does not have adequate number of graphics to clearly show the reader how to follow the instrucionts has no graphics number of graphics 10 points 8 points 5 points 0 points Number of original graphics has three original graphics has two original graphics has one original graphic has no original graphics originality of graphics 15 points 10 points 5 points 0 points Purpose and clarity of graphics Excellent Good Fair Needs Improvement Does not pass graphics enhance the instructions 10 points 8 points 6 points 4 points 2 points graphics are clear to the reader 3 points 2 points 1 point 0.5 points 0 points graphics are labeled and cited (as necessary) in APA format 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point List of Steps excellent good fair needs improvement not passing instructions begin with an imperative verb 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point steps are numbered 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point the list of steps provide clear instructions on how to complete the task 10 points 8 points 6 points 4 points 0 points The steps are "nested," with sub-steps listed under main steps when appropriate 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point instructions are grammatically and mechanically sound 10 points 8 points 7 points 6 points 5 points Overall Score Excellent90 or more Good
80 or more Fair
70 or more Needs Improvement
60 or more Does not pass
0 or more
Explanation / Answer
Yes. It could be. But it’s better to have the manual in .doc format. Please stick to the rubric and include steps as per the same content we see in the rubric. Please find below the points which can be included with the manual. You may remove some points , if you think that's not required.
TABLE OF CONTENTS.. 1
PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL.. 3
1.1 Introduction. 4
1.2 Company Background. 4
SECTION 2 OUR VISION AND MISSION.. 5
2.1 Vision. 5
2.2 Mission. 5
2.3 Quality Management. 5
2.4 Code of Ethics. 5
2.5 Code of Practice. 6
2.6 Legislative and Regulatory Requirements. 6
EEO, Discrimination and Harassment 6
Access and Equity. 7
Occupational Health and Safety. 8
Workers Compensation. 8
Rehabilitation. 8
Child Protection. 8
The National Employment Standards. 8
Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 9
Vocational Education and Training Act 9
2.7 External Monitoring.. 10
SECTION 3 COMPANY MANAGEMENT.. 11
3.1 Directors. 11
3.2 Organisational Structure. 12
3.3 Responsibilities and Authorities. 13
3.4 Management System Review.. 13
3.5 System Structure. 14
3.6 Business Planning and Marketing.. 14
3.7 Financial Management. 15
SECTION 4 ADMINISTRATION.. 16
4.1 Human Resources (Company Staff and Contractors) 16
4.2 Staff Recruitment/Induction/Development. 16
4.3 Records Management. 16
4.4 Invoicing.. 17
4.5 Purchasing.. 17
4.6 Payroll. 17
4.7 Vehicle Fleet Management. 18
4.8 Internet/E-mail Use. 18
4.9 Internal Audits. 18
SECTION 5 PRODUCTS AND SERVICES DELIVERY.. 20
5.1 Sourcing and Selection of Host Employers. 20
5.2 Recruitment and Selection of Apprentices/Trainees. 21
5.3 Signing Up of Apprentices/Trainees. 21
5.4 Induction of Apprentices/Trainees. 22
5.5 Monitoring and Pastoral Care. 22
5.6 Rotations. 23
5.7 Suspensions and Cancellations. 23
5.8 Client Feedback and Complaints Handling.. 24
5.9 Data Analysis. 24
5.10 System Problems and Improvements. 24
SECTION 6 DOCUMENTATION.. 25
6.1 Company Manual Issue and Document Control. 25
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