Department of Arts and Sciences Education
UGE 2 – Course Syllabus
COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : GE 7
2. Course Name : Technical Writing Across Disciplines
3. Course Description : The major aim of the course is to equip the students with the knowledge pertaining to technical
communication relative to their field of business and accounting. This course will allow them to
simplify complex information and will allow them to research and create information through a
variety of delivery media that will enable them to manifest good technical writing. The course is
structured in accordance with the esteemed standards outlined in the PQF/AQRF ensuring its
alignment with recognized frameworks for different programs .
4. Pre-requisite : None
5. Co-requisite : None
6. Credit : 3.0 units
7. Class/Lab Schedule : 6 hours per week (Term.)
ALIGNMENT OF GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES (GAS) AND GEOs
GEO A B C D E F G
Galing ✓ ✓
Gawa ✓
Graduate Attributes
Gawi ✓
Gana ✓
Course Outcomes (CO) of UGE 2 and their links to GESO:
GESO
Upon completion of the course, studentsare expected to achieve the following: a b c d e f g
Understand the importance of technical communication in the field of business and
CO 1 identify techniques and strategies to make an effective technical writing output as well E E
as its processes, components, and features.
CO 2 Integrate the concept of technical writing in various real-life situations and discuss the E E
important
Legend: I =Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.
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Course Outcomes (CO) of GE 20
General Education Student Outcomes
VISION: The University of
Mindanao envisions to be a A. Proficient and effective
leading globally engaged
university creating sustainable communication (writing, speaking 1. Understand the importance of
impact in society. and use of new technologies); technical communication in the
B. Critical, analytical, and creative field of business and identify
MISSION: The University of
Mindanao seeks to provide a thinking; techniques and strategies to
dynamic learning environment make an effective technical
through the highest standard of
C. Self assuredness in knowing and
being Filipino; writing output as well as its
instruction, research, extension,
and production in a private non- processes, components, and
D. Ability to contribute personally
sectarian institution committed to features.
democratizing access to and meaningfully to the country’s
education
2. Integrate the concept of
development; technical writing in various real-
Educational Philosophy: E. Ability to appreciate and life situations and discuss the
Transformative education through contribute to artistic beauty; and
polishing diamonds in the rough. important
F. Ability to reflect on moral
VALUES: Excellence, Innovation, norms/imperatives as they affect
Honesty and Integrity, Teamwork
individuals and society;
CORE COMPETENCY: Open, G. Capacity to personally interpret
Quality, Affordable Education
the human experience.
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CO and Assessment Task Alignment
Assessment Task
Assessment
CO Theory- Coverage
Practice-based Schedule
based
1 Understand the importance of technical
communication in the field of business and Multiple
identify techniques and strategies to make First Exam
Choice Topic 1-3
an effective technical writing output as well
(1000%)
as its processes, components, and
features.
2 Integrate the concept of technical writing in Project
Second Exam
various real-life situations and discuss the Proposal Topic 4
important (100%)
Multiple
Choice Progress
Final Exam Topic 5
Questions Report (30%)
(70%)
Note: Final assessment will be a comprehensive examination (from first topic to the last)
Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)
Assessment Assessment
Coverage Details
Schedule Task
You are expected to show a deep understanding of the concepts and
terminology in the field of technical communication, as well as theories, the
writing process, and the purpose of technical writing in your chosen field
Additionally, you are expected to identify the importance and purpose of
Multiple technical writing that will help determine the effectiveness of a writing
First Exam Topic 1-3 Choice output in delivering a message to its reader and/or audience.
Questions
Integration
▪ Philippine Talent Map Initiative (PTMI) - English Comprehension
▪ 21st Century Skills (GA) – Communication
You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge about how to make a
project report that is vital in the work-life scenario including its
fundamentals and steps for an effective report, its different types and
classifications, and its structure, as well as the features of the project report
writing. Further, you will be able to determine another means of
Multiple
communication with the use of social media and other electronic
Choice
communication as well as identify the different classifications of social
Final Exam Topic 5 Questions
media and technical documentation and determine the various challenges
(70% of the
and opportunities of using it. Lastly, you are also expected to recall
exam)
previous topics from lessons 1 to 18
Integration
▪ Philippine Talent Map Initiative (PTMI) - English Comprehension
▪ 21st Century Skills (GA) – Communication
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Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)
Assessment Assessment
Coverage Details
Schedule Task
● The purpose of this task is to apply your knowledge in Technical
writing by writing a project proposal.
● You will presume the role of an employee trying to convince the
upper-level management to consider the project proposal in
improving company performance.
● The project proposal should deal with an existing issue or problem
area for the company, your teacher will provide the details regarding
the issue or problem faced by the company.
● You are expected to follow the format of the project proposal
mentioned in the textbook.
● This activity will be done in groups and will be submitted online
Third Project through email.
Topic 4
Exam Proposal ● You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric
attached).
o Clarity of Purpose
o Content Plan and Organization
o Writing and Language Quality
Integration
• SDG – Quality Education and Partnerships to achieve the Goal
• 21st Century Skills (GA) – Critical thinking, Creativity, and
Collaboration
● The purpose of this task is to apply your knowledge in Technical
writing by writing a progress report
● You will presume the role of a project leader who will give an update
to upper level management in an ongoing project through the
progress report
● Data on the current status of the project will be provided by your
subject teacher.
● You are expected to follow the format of the project proposal
mentioned in the textbook.
● This activity will be done in groups and will be submitted online
Progress through email.
Final ● You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric
Topic 5 Report (30%
Exam attached).
of the exam)
o Content Clarity and Focus
o Organization and Structure
o Use of Visuals
o Grammar and Language
Integration
• SDG – Quality Education and Partnerships to achieve the Goal
• 21st Century Skills (GA) – Critical thinking, Creativity, and
Collaboration
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13. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME
TIME FRAME TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAM TLA Required Readings
Week 1-3 1. Class Orientation • Orientation Aperocho, M. D., Girado, G. &
a. Vision, Mission, and Goal of UM Tagum • Discussion Nebria, E. (2022). Technical
writing across disciplines.
b. Goals and Objectives • LMS Utilization
c. Course Description Malabon City: Mutya Publishing
• Group House Inc
d. Objectives
dynamics
e. Requirements
f. Guidelines • Self
2. Introduction to Technical Report Writing Introduction
a. Writing in the Professional World: An • Brainstorming
Introduction Improvement of Technical and Discussion
Skills • K-W-L
b. Improvement of Technical Skills
c. Technical Communication: Its
Background and Purpose
d. Characteristics of Effective Technical
Writing
3. Grammar and Mechanics in Technical Writing
a. Grammar and Mechanics in Technical
Writing
b. Spelling
c. Capitalization
d. Subject-Verb-Agreement
e. How to Correct Mistakes in Subject-
Verb-Agreement
TIME FRAME TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAM TLA Required Readings
Week 4-6 4. Feasibility Reports and Proposals • Discussion Aperocho, M. D., Girado, G. &
a. Feasibility Report: An Introduction • LMS Utilization Nebria, E. (2022). Technical
writing across disciplines.
b. Feasibility Report: Its Format • Group
Malabon City: Mutya Publishing
c. Introduction (overview, background) dynamics
House Inc
d. Proposal: Purpose and Format • K-W-L
TIME FRAME TOPICS FOR FINAL EXAM TLA Required Readings
Week 7-9 5. Progress Reports • Discussion Aperocho, M. D., Girado, G. &
a. Progress Report: An Introduction • LMS Utilization Nebria, E. (2022). Technical
writing across disciplines.
b. Biomedical Technology • Group
Malabon City: Mutya Publishing
c. Hospitality Management dynamics
House Inc
d. Project Management • Brainstorming
e. Research Resources and Discussion
f. Sample Technical Documents • K-W-L
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10. TEXTBOOK
Aperocho, M. D., Girado, G. & Nebria, E. (2022). Technical writing across disciplines. Malabon City: Mutya Publishing House Inc
13. REFERENCES
• Castigador, A. C. (2022). Speak and write for a purpose. ACC Book Publishing: Cavite, Philippines
• Rosales, MJ., Galano, E., & Rivera, J.A. (2019). Technical writing: A resource guide to writing across
disciplines. Quezon City: Lorimar Publishing Inc.
• Madrunio, M.R. (2018). Purposive communication: using English in multilingual contexts. Quezon City: C & E
Publishing
• Uychoco, M. & Santos, M. (2018). Communication for society purposive communication. Rex Bookstore:
Manila
14. COURSE EVALUATION
Course Outcomes/Weight Feedback
Assessment Task
1 2 Method
Quiz ✓ LMS
Oral Recitation ✓ In-person
In-person &
MCQ 15% (Exam 1)
Rubric
Quiz ✓ LMS
Oral Recitation ✓ In-person
Project Proposal 15% (Exam 2) In-person
Quiz ✓ LMS
Review ✓ In-person
Comprehensive Exam &
40% (Exam 4) In-person
Progress Report
Final Requirement 20% Rubrics
Class Participation 10% Rubrics
*Base-15 grading system
15. POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
1. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.
2. A validated student identification card must always by worn be all students while attending classes.
3. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is called for
at all times.
4. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR PHONES or
any ELECTRONIC GADGETS are NOT allowed during EXAMINATIONS.
5. Base-15 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.
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Department of Arts and Sciences Education
UGE 2 – Course Syllabus
Prepared by: Reviewed by:
DAISY L. DAGOHOY, MAED ARMELA G. TACLIBON, MAED-TE
Faculty Language Discipline Head
FLORDELICE G. PEDRERA, MAED
Faculty
SUNSHINE C. ANGCOS, MALit
Faculty
Textbook and References Verified by:
CLARISSA R. DONAYRE, MSLS
Chief – Learning& Information Center
Recommending approval:
GINA FE G. ISRAEL, EdD
Dean of College
Approved by:
PEDRITO M. CASTILLO II, EdD
VP, Academic Planning and Services
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