English Language and Communication Skills for Engineers

Description

English Language and Communication Skills for Engineers is a textbook tailored to meet the needs of undergraduate engineering students. Written in an interactive style, the chapters are supplemented with numerous examples and practice exercises.

The title begins with a discussion on the essentials of English language—LSRW. Following this, the book is divided into 6 units: Unit I on Essentials of Writing Skills; Unit II on Writing Practices; Unit III on Listening Skills; Unit IV on Reading Skills; Unit V on Oral Communication; and Unit VI on Communication at Workplace.

About the authors

Sanjay Kumar is an author, consultant, and trainer in the field of English and Soft Skills.

Pushp Lata is Professor of English at the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, BITS, Pilani.

Table of contents

1. English Language and Communication Skills: An Overview

UNIT I: ESSENTIALS OF WRITING SKILLS

2. Basic Grammar and Usage
3. Common Errors in English
4. Vocabulary Building

UNIT II: WRITING PRACTICES

5. Nature and Style of Sensible Writing
6. Paragraph Writing
7. Essay Writing
8. Précis Writing

UNIT III: LISTENING SKILLS

1. Listening Skills and Comprehension

UNIT IV: READING SKILLS

1. Effective Reading and Comprehension Skills

UNIT V: ORAL COMMUNICATION

11. Phonetics and Spoken English
12. Conversations and Dialogues: Everyday Speaking Situations

UNIT VI: COMMUNICATION AT WORKPLACE

13. Job Interviews
14. Formal Presentations