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Effective Technical Presentations  

 

Introduction

This course is specifically designed for people who have to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Participants will learn how to make information come alive, and to deliver dynamic, persuasive presentations with ease. 

Course Objectives

At the end of the Effective Technical Presentation Skills course, participants should be able to quickly organize and present technical facts, ideas and recommendations to other technical professionals, non-technical managers and decision-makers in a clear, convincing, and understandable way.  

Course Outline

• How technical presentations are different from other kinds of presentations.
• The three essential components of a presentation.
• Audience analysis and why this is a necessary step in a presentation.
• Organize information in a clear and concise manner.
• Create attention grabbing introductions and build instant rapport.
• Make your presentation flow with smooth and logical transitions.
• End on a memorable note with captivating conclusions.
• Avoid 'tech terror' by translating technical jargon into non-technical language.
• Avoid 'information overload' by limiting dry and boring statistics.
• How to explain technical data to non-technical audiences.
• Learn how to use stories and analogies to make technical information familiar and relevant.
• Techniques to sell ideas and persuade listeners to take action
• Techniques for varying vocal tones and body language.
• How to design and use graphics effectively to display technical information.
• Methods for overcoming fear and controlling nervousness.
• Respond to questions confidently, smoothly and appropriately.  

Trainer(s)

Dr Heah, Carmel

Dr Carmel Heah holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from the University of Edinburgh in Britain. She teaches communication skills at the Language and Communication Centre, Nanyang Technological University. Dr Heah has more than 20 years’ experience teaching business and professional communication in universities in Canada, Singapore and Malaysia. Organizations that she has conducted business communication training for in Singapore include PSA Corporation, the National Parks Board, the Singapore Aviation Academy, the People’s Association, and the Institution of Structural Engineers (Singapore). Dr Heah has co-authored several books on the English language, business and technical communication skills, among which are Essential Communication Strategies for Engineers (Prentice-Hall Sprint Print) and Common Errors in English Third Edition (Penerbit Fajar Bakti Sdn Bhd/ Oxford University Press).

Who Should Attend

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Course Details

Date:

15 to 16 December 2009 

Time:

9:00am to 5:00pm 

Venue:

NTU@one-north campus, Executive Centre 

Closing Date:

15 November 2009 

Fee:

Standard: SGD$590   Alumni: SGD$472   Group (3 & Above): SGD$531

 

Registration fees inclusive of:

  • Course materials

  • Light refreshments

  • Lunch

  • Complimentary parking (1 entry/day) - applicable at NTU@one-north campus only.

  • Prevailing GST

Online Registration

>> CLICK HERE to Register Online

 

Methods of Payment

1. Credit Card (Visa and Mastercard only)

2. Cheque made payable to Nanyang Technological University

3. Invoice to Company (for Company Sponsored Participants)

4. E-invoice (for Government Organizations)

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Written notification to cce@ntu.edu.sg or fax: (+65) 6774 2911 at least 10 days before course commencement

No cancellation charges
(Full refund)

Written notification within 4 – 9 days before course commencement

50% of course fees
(50% refund)

Written notification within 3 days before course commencement

100% of course fees
(No refund)

 

 

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