Technical writers who intend to publish on the Internet or want to write the "Help" components for software programs need to learn some programming and become proficient using various presentation software programs.

Most technical and business writing programs are part of larger English departments.

Many programs encourage you to focus on a scientific area, such as computer science or engineering. This means that you not only take writing courses but a few science courses as well. This gives you the knowledge necessary to explain difficult concepts to others through manuals and other technical documents.