Technical and Professional Communication (TPC) is an important field of study to understand the purpose and context of written documents in various contexts, as well as their similarities, goals and perspectives. It is also a useful tool for creators when it comes to decision making, developing branding, and understanding norms in any given field.  Although I still need to work on my general understanding of the basics of TPC, it has been an interesting study so far.

          

My current understanding of TPC results from my work within the course, as well as my work as a professor and author.  From readings across the field of TPC, to the actual practice of the scholarship, I have learned much about the context of TPC and the possibilities that can be opened.

 

As a professor, workplace documents include emails, letters, referrals, PowerPoints, lessons, Blackboard content, announcements, reports and papers.

As an author, workplace documents include emails, newsletters, website, social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook), author pages on various websites, and commentary, as well as my actual books and writings.