Training

Tedopres offers training courses as part of HyperSTE implementations, but also separately, to teach technical writers and engineers how to write in plain and concise English. The training comprises lots of hands-on training, focusing on solutions to common problems.

The training takes 2-3 days, depending on customer requirements, background of writers and previous exposure to controlled language.

The training is conducted by one of our experienced instructors. Typically training is conducted on-site, but can also take place at other locations. We also offer on-line courses.

If there are any specific requirements it is possible to adapt the course to meet them.

Subjects

Introduction Simplified Technical English / Controlled Authoring
Introduction and brief historic overview of the standard, outlining the benefits of implementation. For aerospace and defense companies the training will be focused on the Simplified Technical English specification ASD-STE100. For other industries the focus will be on controlled language (best practice) writing rules. Special attention can be given to writing for translation.

Grammar Rules
Explanation of the grammar rules.

Writing rules & dictionary
Explanation of the writing rules, including which words are allowed, and which words are not, sentences, procedural and descriptive writing, warnings, cautions and notes, punctuation, word counts and good writing practices.

Each session will be concluded with delegates practicing what they have learned using exercises.

Workshop
All delegates are asked to bring their own material that will be rewritten individually and discussed as a group.

Testimonials

Please find below an excerpt of client's responses to Tedopres' STE courses.

"Finding unexpected translation issues when we worked on our own content was a crucial convincer to the team."
Radiometer, Medical Devices

"Tedopres did a thorough job. The teacher was very comprehensive in her teaching and has an outstanding understanding of the subject matter."
General Atomics, Defense

"The small details can have large impacts on efficiency. Great course!"
Elekta, Medical Devices

"The instructor's knowledge was fully satisfying. Interesting training in each detail."
Electrolux, Household Applicances

"Really good instructor/student interaction - best course I've been on for years."
MBDA, Defense

"I found the STE course to be excellent: a good mix of theory and practical work, combined with the instructor's ability to get everyone involved."
American Airlines, Aerospace

Contact

For more information on our training courses, please contact us.