Unit–I
Basics of Technical Communication- Functions of Communication-Internal &External Functions,
Models-Shannon &Weaver’s model of communication, Flow, Networks and importance, Barriers to
Communication, Essential of effective communication (7C’s and other principles), Non-verbal
Communication.
Unit–II
Basic Technical Writing: Paragraph writing (descriptive, Imaginative etc.), Precise writing, reading and
comprehension, Letters– Format &various types.
Unit–III
Advanced Technical Writing: Memos, Reports, E-Mails & Net etiquettes, Circulars, Press
Release, Newsletters, Notices. Resume Writing, Technical Proposals, Research Papers,
Dissertation and Thesis, Technical Reports, Instruction Manuals and Technical Descriptions,
Creating Indexes, List of References and Bibliography.
Unit–IV
Verbal Communication- Presentation Techniques, Interviews, Group Discussions,
Extempore, Meetings and Conferences.
Unit–V
Technical Communication-MS-Word, Adobe Frame maker and ROBO Help * Lab Exercises based on
Listening and Speaking skills