Book excerpt: This book was written to address that challenge, using time-proven techniques developed by the author for academic courses and onsite training programs he has used for several decades at engineering schools, design and professional conferences. The book will show how to focus on critical objectives, develop a logical outline, and then use clear, concise, unambiguous language to create effective reports, articles, paper presentations, and even books. Useful references will help lead the reader to more resources for help with style, formats, and other matters of interest to those engaged in technical writing.