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1. WRITING
A LABORATORY / SCIENTIFIC
TECHNICAL REPORT
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2. PRINCIPLES IN WRITING A
LABORATORY / SCIENTIFIC
TECHNICAL REPORT

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format
The first step in writing
excellent lab reports is
getting the format right.
area of study
Before you can even start
writing the lab report, it is
recommended that you first
research on the field.
graphs tables figures
It is important to illustrate
your findings when writing
lab reports.
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PRINCIPLES
Lab reports account up to 25% of
the overall grade in most
technical courses.
Unfortunately, most students
don’t take this task with the
utmost seriousness it deserves.
Students presume writing lab
reports as easy and unnecessary
to study the procedure properly.
Just like any other assignment
or homework, every student
should invest some time
practicing to write lab reports
as it is required to practically
apply what is learned in class.

4. FORMAT
The first step in writing excellent lab
reports is getting the format right. Just like
any other academic paper, lab reports strictly
have a specific format. This is the format
that examiners look for when marking the
paper. If you mess on the format there is no
chance of recovering. That’s a fail on that
particular paper.

5. TITLE
1
ABSTRACT
2
INTRODUCTION
3
METHODS & MATERIALS
4
5 RESULTS
6 DISCUSSION
7 CONCLUSION
8 REFERENCES
FORMAT

6. THE AREA OF STUDY
Before you can even start writing the lab
report, it is recommended that you first
research on the field. There is a lot to it
than just doing an experiment and discussing
the findings. How do you even discuss findings
that you don’t know how they come about? You
should also understand the audience and use
words that are understandable to them.

7. GRAPHS, TABLES AND FIGURES
It is important to illustrate your findings
when writing lab reports. The data you’ve
obtained may be obvious for you, but not for
your readers. Organize it into tables, flow
chart, or schemas and put these illustrative
materials at the end of your lab report paper
as appendices.

8. WRITING
A LABORATORY / SCIENTIFIC
TECHNICAL REPORT

9. Writing lab reports follows a straightforward and
structured procedure. It is important to recognize
that each part of a lab report is important, so
take the time to complete each carefully. A lab
report is broken down into eight sections: title,
abstract, introduction, methods and materials,
results, discussion, conclusion, and references.
WRITING
A LABORATORY/ SCIENTIFIC
TECHNICAL REPORT

10. • The lab report title should be descriptive of the
experiment and represent the results of the
investigation.
• A decent title uses as few words as possible to
adequately explain the contents and/or aim of
your research paper.
TITLE

11. • Abstracts are a summary of the experiment as a
whole and should familiarize the reader with the
purpose of the research.
• Abstracts will always be written last, even
though they are the first paragraph of a lab
report.
ABSTRACT

12. ABSTRACT
WHEN WRITING AN ABSTRACT, TRY TO ANSWER
THESE QUESTIONS:
• Why was the research done or experiment
conducted?
• What problem is being addressed?
• What results were found?
• What are the meaning of the results?

13. • A lab report's beginning addresses the issue
under investigation as well as additional
theories that are pertinent to comprehending the
results.
• This section contains the experiment's hypothesis
as well as the explanation behind the study.
INTRODUCTION

14. INTRODUCTION
• Write the opening paragraph using your own words.
• Briefly describe the issue to demonstrate your
understanding of the experiment

15. METHODS AND MATERIALS
• The methods and materials section provides an
overview of any equipment, apparatus.
• Ex: pipette, graduated cylinder, 1.13mg of Na,
0.67mg Ag

16. • List the steps taken as they actually happened
during the experiment.
• If written correctly, another researcher should
be able to duplicate the experiment and get the
same or very similar results.
METHODS AND MATERIALS

17. RESULTS
• The results show the data that was collected or
found during the experiment.
• Explain in words the data that was collected.
• using graphs, charts, or other figures, present
them in the results section of the lab report.

18. • Tables should be labeled numerically, as "Table
1", "Table 2", etc. Other figures should be
labeled numerically as "Figure 1", "Figure 2",
etc.
RESULTS

19. DISCUSSION
• The discussion section of a lab report is a
critical part of the document, serving as the
platform to delve into the analysis and
interpretation of the experiment's results. It
goes beyond merely presenting data and instead
aims to provide a deeper understanding of the
findings.

20. • If any results are unexpected, explain why they
are unexpected and how they did or did not effect
the data obtained.
• Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the
design of the experiment and compare your results
to other similar experiments.
• If there are any experimental errors, analyze
them.
DISCUSSION

21. WHEN WRITING A DISCUSSION, TRY TO ANSWER
THESE QUESTIONS:
• What do the results indicate?
• What is the significance of the results?
• Are there any gaps in knowledge?
• Are there any new questions that have been
raised?
DISCUSSION

22. CONCLUSION
• The conclusion is a summation of the experiment.
It should clearly and concisely state what was
learned and its importance.
• If there is future work that needs to be done, it
can be explained in the conclusion.

23. REFERENCE
S
• If using any outside sources to support a claim
or explain background information, those sources
must be cited in the references section of the
lab report.
• In the event that no outside sources are used,
the references section may be left out.

24. SIGNIFICANCE OF A
LABORATORY / SCIENTIFIC
TECHNICAL REPORT

25. SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT
A scientific or technical report
informs readers about research you've
conducted.

26. The 3 main purposes of a lab report are:
• communicate exactly what occurred in an
experiment by presenting data
• discuss the results
• provide conclusions
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

27. Table 1. Physical characteristics of three bird
species sampled in Oxford, Ohio. Values represent
the average (± 1 standard deviation).
Example of Data:
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

28. Lab Reports are written so that: someone else
could read the report and understand exactly what
you did; repeat the experiment and get the same
results; or read the introduction and decide
whether to take the time to read the full
report.
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

29. A lab report conveys the aim, methods, results, and
conclusions of a scientific experiment.
The main purpose of a lab report is to demonstrate
your understanding of the scientific method by
performing and evaluating a hands-on lab experiment.
This type of assignment is usually shorter than a
research paper.
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

30. Laboratory reports are a vital part of the
scientific process. Lab reports should communicate
the important work you have done in lab so that
someone who was not there can understand and
replicate your results. They also propose future
studies and experiments or suggest alterations to
pre-existing methods.
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

31. • Labs provide students the opportunity to practice and
learn experimental techniques and the scientific
process.
• Labs are great opportunities to help students develop
confidence in executing scientific skills and thinking
and welcome them into the intellectual environment of
science.
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

32. Writing a laboratory report is essential because it
facilitates communication, enables reproducibility and
verification, supports analysis and interpretation of
data, provides a permanent record of findings, and
contributes to academic and professional growth. It is a
crucial component of the scientific method, promoting
transparency, collaboration, and the advancement of
scientific knowledge.
SIGNIFICANCE OF
A LABORATORY / SCIENCE
TECHNICAL REPORT

33. FIVE EASY STEPS

34. 1. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Before starting your lab report, read the
assignment instructions carefully. In some cases,
an instructor may provide the same set of
instructions for every lab report assignment in the
class. Consider using a highlighter and pencil to
note key requirements and annotate ideas or
questions.

35. 1. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Pay attention to unique details. For example, it
may be necessary for you to complete the report in
a special lab notebook. You might also review the
class syllabus for any information regarding
quality expectations for lab work and assignments.
After evaluating the instructions, ask the
instructor any questions you have.

36. 2. CONDUCT RESEARCH
Conduct research to explore and study examples of
lab reports. This can allow you to gain a better
understanding of the purpose, structures and
language of these documents. Read lab reports on
experiments that apply to your field. Take notes on
the information in these reports and the techniques
the writer uses. You could even discover creative
experiments that inspire you to develop your own
project ideas.

37. 3. DEVELOP AN OUTLINE
Instructors often provide students with an outline
for a lab report. If this applies to you, make sure
to review the outline carefully and fulfill all
assignment requirements. If not, you can find many
free lab report outlines and templates online.

38. 3. DEVELOP AN OUTLINE
You can also create your own outline based on the
common components of lab reports and the specific
nature of your experiment. Using an outline can
help you plan for your experiment, organize your
thoughts, present information in a clear way and
write your report efficiently.

39. 4. FILL IN YOUR OUTLINE W/ INFORMATION
After studying the instructions, conducting
research and preparing a thorough outline, you can
start to fill in your lab report with data. Write
any information you can before the experiment.

40. 4. FILL IN YOUR OUTLINE W/ INFORMATION
Then, take detailed notes during your experiment
about what you do and find. If you're conducting an
experiment in a group, consider appointing a team
member to document procedures and results. You can
then use these notes to add more information to
your lab report, later.

41. 5. PROOFREAD AND REVISE
Make sure to proofread your report to correct any
spelling or grammar errors. You can also check to
confirm that you're writing is clear and
understandable. If your report involves any
calculations, check that your numbers are accurate
and computations are correct. Doing this can show
your instructor your attention to detail and
thoughtfulness. It can also add validity and
credibility to your scientific assessments.

42. THREE HELPFUL TIPS

43. TIP 1: USE A TEMPLATE
After creating a lab report in a class, consider
saving a template version of the report to use for
other assignments. This way, you can fill in the
information for other experiments easily in a pre-
made outline.

44. TIP 2: ASK FOR ASSISTANCE
You might ask your instructor if you have any
questions or uncertainties about how to create a
lab report. By getting answers to your concerns,
you can make sure you fulfill the requirements for
the assignment.

45. TIP 3: PAY ATTENTION TO THE DETAILS
Make sure to record all the details you can before,
during and after your experiment. This ensures you
have a lot of notes to review when you're
finalizing your report.

46. ACTIVITY
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WRITE AN ESSAY ON WHAT A LABORATORY / SCIENTIFIC
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