Professional Communication

Description

The third edition of Professional Communication is an exhaustive textbook tailored to meet the syllabi requirements of undergraduate students of engineering.

Adopting a functional and practical approach, the book describes the basics of technical communication, distinction between general and technical communication and significance of language as a communication tool. Following this, it goes on to discuss important topics such as barriers to communication, technical vocabulary, word formation, sentence construction and paragraph development. Business and official letters, reports and technical proposals, along with negotiation skills have been covered in detail too to give students sound understanding of skills required to work in a professional environment. The book also covers body language, dimensions of speech, interpersonal communication and ways on improving listening skills. The last chapter on value-based readings is designed to enhance reading and comprehension skills of students.

Table of contents

Unit I Fundamentals of Communication

1. Basics of Technical Communication
2. Barriers to Communication

3. Technical Vocabulary
4. English Grammar and Correct Usage
5. Sentence Construction
6. Paragraph Development

7. Business and Official Letters
8. Reports
9. Technical Proposals
10. Negotiation Skills

1. Effective Presentation Strategies

1. Value-based Text Readings