Course

Unit I

Error Analysis

Mechanics of Writing: Grammar rules -articles, tenses, auxiliary verbs (primary & modal) prepositions, subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, discourse markers and sentence linkers, impersonal passive, modifiers, phrasal verbs

General Reading and Listening comprehension – rearrangement & organization of sentences

Unit II

Different kinds of written documents: Definitions- Descriptions- Instructions-Recommendations- User manuals – Reports – Proposals

Formal Correspondence: Writing Formal Letters/Emails

Punctuation

Scientific Reading & Listening Comprehension

Unit III

Technical paper writing: Documentation style – Document editing – Proof reading – Organizing and Formatting

Tone and style

Graphical representation

Reading and listening comprehension of technical documents

Mini Technical project / Term paper (10 -12 pages)

Technical presentations

Course Objectives

• Learn the fundamentals of mechanics of writing.
• Acquire the ability to draft formal correspondence and various technical documents.
• Develop abilities in critical thinking and analysis.
• Acquire skills of scanning for specific information, comprehension, and organization of ideas.
• Enhance competency in technical presentation skills.

Course Outcomes

CO1: Apply the mechanics of writing in formal correspondence

CO2: Write technical documents with appropriate form and content

CO3: Organize technical information or ideas in a logical and coherent manner

CO4: Compose grammatically and stylistically accurate project reports/ term papers

CO5: Make effective technical presentations

CO-PO Mapping

Evaluation Pattern: 70:30

References(s)

Hirsh, Herbert. L, “Essential Communication Strategies for Scientists, Engineers and Technology Professionals”. II Edition. New York: IEEE press, 2002.

Anderson, Paul. V. “Technical Communication: A Reader-Centred Approach”. V Edition. Harcourt Brace College Publication, 2003.

Strunk, William Jr. and White. EB. “The Elements of Style” New York. Alliyan & Bacon, 1999.

Riordan, G. Daniel and Pauley E. Steven. “Technical Report Writing Today”, VIII Edition (Indian Adaptation).New Delhi: Biztantra, 2004.

Michael Swan. “Practical English Usage”, Oxford University Press, 2000.