Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals

Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals

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Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals covers the syllabi of B. Tech, BE, B.Com, M.Com, BBA, MBA, hospitality, B. Pharma, nursing, physiotherapy, and other courses being taught at various universities, and professional and technical institutions. It integrates learning modules for spoken and written skills in English to give the readers an edge in their careers. Focusing on the requirements of professionals and students, this book equips them to effectively communicate and present themselves at their workplace and other interactive spheres.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title page
  3. Contents
  4. About the Authors
  5. Preface
  6. Chapter 1. Effective Communication
    1. 1.1 What do We mean by Communication?
    2. 1.2 Process of Communication
      1. 1.2.1 Communication Cycle
      1. 1.5.1 Listening
      2. 1.5.2 Thinking
      3. 1.5.3 Vocabulary Building
      4. 1.5.4 Speaking
      5. 1.5.5 Reading
      6. 1.5.6 Writing
      7. 1.5.7 Grammar
      8. 1.5.8 Body Language
      1. 2.1 Introduction
      2. 2.2 Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
        1. 2.2.1 Self-learning Through the Use of Technology
        2. 2.2.2 Integrated Group Learning Using a Multimedia Language Laboratory
        1. 3.1 Introduction
        2. 3.2 Roots/Base: The Core of a Word
        3. 3.3 Affixes
          1. 3.3.1 Prefix: The Frontal Element
          2. 3.3.2 Suffix: The Tail to Modify Meaning
          1. 4.1 Introduction
          2. 4.2 Synonyms
          3. 4.3 Antonyms
          4. 4.4 Homophones
          5. 4.5 Homonyms
          6. 4.6 Words Often Confused
          7. 4.7 One Word Substitution
          8. 4.8 Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
            1. 4.8.1 Some Commonly Used Idioms
            2. 4.8.2 Phrasal Verbs
            3. 4.8.3 Some Common Phrasal Verbs
            1. 4.9.1 Some Commonly Used Technical Terms
            2. 4.9.2 Foreign Expressions
            3. 4.9.3 Group Names
            4. 4.9.4 The ‘Logies’ of Day-to-day Use
            1. 5.1 Introduction
            2. 5.2 IPA Symbols of ‘Received Pronunciation’
              1. 5.2.1 ‘Received’ or ‘Accepted Pronunciation’
              2. 5.2.2 IPA Symbols
              1. 5.3.1 What is Phonetic Transcription?
              2. 5.3.2 Purpose of Transcription
              3. 5.3.3 Guiding Principles for Correct Pronunciation/Transcription
              1. 5.5.1 What is a Syllable?
              2. 5.5.2 What is Word Stress?
              3. 5.5.3 Ascertaining Word Stress Using Parts of Speech
              4. 5.5.4 Word Stress Related to Prefixes
              5. 5.5.5 Word Stress in Compound Words
              6. 5.5.6 Word Stress Related to Suffixes
              7. 5.5.7 Shifting of Stress
              1. 5.6.1 What are Weak Forms?
              2. 5.6.2 Use of Weak Forms
              3. 5.6.3 Use of ‘Function’ Words in Strong Forms
              4. 5.6.4 Strong and Weak Forms of the ‘Function’ Words
              1. 5.7.1 What is Intonation?
              2. 5.7.2 Patterns of Intonations
              3. 5.7.3 Purpose of Intonation
              1. 6.1 Introduction
              2. 6.2 Group Discussion
                1. 6.2.1 Group Interaction
                2. 6.2.2 What is a Group Discussion?
                3. 6.2.3 Relevance
                4. 6.2.4 Purpose
                5. 6.2.5 The Process of Communication in a GD
                6. 6.2.6 Mechanism and Formats of GD
                7. 6.2.7 Group Discussion and Debate
                8. 6.2.8 Components of a GD
                9. 6.2.9 Strategies for an Effective GD
                10. 6.2.10 Preparation of a Group Discussion
                11. 6.2.11 Range of Topics
                12. 6.2.12 Some Useful Phrases
                13. 6.2.13 Evaluation Process
                1. 6.3.1 Introduction
                2. 6.3.2 Job Interviews
                3. 6.3.3 Myths about Job Interviews
                4. 6.3.4 Objectives
                5. 6.3.5 Venues
                6. 6.3.6 Types of Job Interviews
                7. 6.3.7 Preparation for Job Interview
                8. 6.3.8 Appearing for an Interview
                9. 6.3.9 Potential Interview Questions
                10. 6.3.10 Interviewing the Interviewers
                11. 6.2.11 Evaluation of Performance
                1. 6.4.1 What is a Professional Presentation?
                2. 6.4.2 Types of Professional Presentations
                3. 6.4.3 Preparation and Research
                4. 6.4.4 Effective Delivery
                5. 6.4.5 Audience Questions
                1. 7.1 Introduction
                2. 7.2 Correct Usage: Nouns
                  1. 7.2.1 What is a noun?
                  2. 7.2.2 Classification of Nouns
                  3. 7.2.3 Countable and Uncountable Nouns
                  4. 7.2.4 Compound Nouns
                  5. 7.2.5 Possessive (Genitive) Case of Nouns
                  6. 7.2.6 Correct Usage of Nouns
                  7. 7.2.7 Common Errors in the Use of Noun Expressions
                  8. 7.2.8 Nouns with Two Forms in Plural with Different Meanings
                  9. 7.2.9 The Nouns with Different Meanings in Singular and Plural
                  1. 7.3.1 What is a Pronoun?
                  2. 7.3.2 Classification of Pronouns
                  3. 7.3.3 Correct Usage of Pronouns
                  4. 7.3.4 Some Common Errors in the Use of Pronouns
                  1. 7.4.1 What are Adjectives?
                  2. 7.4.2 Classification of Adjectives
                  3. 7.4.3 Degrees of Comparison
                  4. 7.4.4 Correct Use of Some Adjectives
                  5. 7.4.5 Common Errors in the Use of adjectives
                  1. 7.5.1 Use of Indefinite Article
                  2. 7.5.2 Use of Definite Articles
                  3. 7.5.3 Omission of the Articles
                  4. 7.5.4 Repetition of Articles
                  1. 7.6.1 What are Adverbs?
                  2. 7.6.2 Kinds of Adverbs
                  3. 7.6.3 Position of Adverbs
                  4. 7.6.4 Correct Use of Adverbs
                  1. 7.7.1 What is a Preposition?
                  2. 7.7.2 Kinds of Prepositions
                  3. 7.7.3 Position of Prepositions
                  4. 7.7.4 Major Relations Indicated by Prepositions
                  5. 7.7.5 Correct Use of Prepositions
                  1. 7.8.1 What is a Conjunction?
                  2. 7.8.2 Types of Conjunctions
                  1. 7.9.1 Introduction
                  2. 7.9.2 Table of Tenses
                  3. 7.9.3 Common Errors in the Use of Tenses
                  4. 7.9.4 Conditionals
                  5. 7.9.5 Question Tags
                  1. 8.1 Introduction
                  2. 8.2 Reading Comprehension
                    1. 8.2.1 Mechanics of Reading
                    2. 8.2.2 Types of Reading Skills
                    3. 8.2.3 Reading Speed
                    4. 8.2.4 Reading Comprehension Skills
                    1. 8.3.1 Note Taking
                    2. 8.3.2 Note Making
                    3. 8.3.3 A Sample Note Making
                    1. 8.4.1 Advantages of Learning Précis Writing
                    2. 8.4.2 Qualities of a Good Précis
                    3. 8.4.3 Skills Required to Write a Good Précis
                    4. 8.4.4 How to Write a Précis?
                    5. 8.4.5 Methods for Editing Long Sentences
                    6. 8.4.6 A Sample Précis
                    1. 9.1 Introduction
                    2. 9.2 Paragraph Writing
                      1. 9.2.1 Parts of a Paragraph
                      2. 9.2.2 Writing a Good Paragraph
                      3. 9.2.3 Characteristics of a Good Paragraph
                      4. 9.2.4 Sample Paragraphs
                      1. 9.3.1 Advantages
                      2. 9.3.2 Generating Outlines
                      3. 9.3.3 Key Expressions and Situations
                      4. 9.3.4 Sample Outlines
                      1. 9.4.1 Types of Slogans
                      2. 9.4.2 Attributes of a Good Slogan
                      3. 9.4.3 How to Write Slogans?
                      4. 9.4.4 Sample Slogans
                      1. 9.5.1 Writing a Good Dialogue
                      2. 9.5.2 Mechanics of Writing Good Dialogues
                      3. 9.5.3 Some Useful Phrases
                      4. 9.5.4 Sample Dialogues
                      1. 9.6.1 Sample Illustrations
                      1. 10.1 Introduction
                      2. 10.2 Letter Writing
                        1. 10.2.1 Types of Letters
                        2. 10.2.2 General Strategy
                        3. 10.2.3 Useful Phrases
                        4. 10.2.4 Sample Letters
                        1. 10.3.1 Covering Letter
                        2. 10.3.2 Résumé/CV
                        1. 10.4.1 Purpose
                        2. 10.4.2 Drafting a Media Letter
                        3. 10.4.3 Sample Media Letters
                        1. 10.5.1 Attributes of a Good Business Letter
                        2. 10.5.2 Planning a Business Letter
                        3. 10.5.3 Guidelines to Write a Good Business Letter
                        4. 10.5.4 Parts of a Business Letter
                        5. 10.5.5 Kinds of Business Letters
                        6. 10.5.6 Sample Business Letters
                        1. 10.6.1 What is a Report?
                        2. 10.6.2 Purpose of a Report
                        3. 10.6.3 Attributes of a Good Report
                        4. 10.6.4 Types of Reports
                        5. 10.6.5 Planning and Preparation of a Report
                        6. 10.6.6 Structure of a Formal Report
                        1. 10.7.1 Characteristics of Good News Reports
                        2. 10.7.2 Parts of a News Report
                        3. 10.7.3 General Guidelines
                        4. 10.7.4 Sample News Reports
                        1. 10.8.1 Usefulness of E-mail
                        2. 10.8.2 Qualities of a Good E-mail Message
                        3. 10.8.3 What Makes E-mail Different?
                        4. 10.8.4 How to Send an E-mail?
                        5. 10.8.5 How to Receive an E-mail?
                        6. 10.8.6 How Does an E-mail Travel?
                        7. 10.8.7 E-mail Writing Tips
                        8. 10.8.8 Structure of an E-mail
                        9. 10.8.9 Sample E-mails
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                        Product information

                        • Title: Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals
                        • Author(s):
                        • Release date: June 2010
                        • Publisher(s): Pearson India
                        • ISBN: 9788131792353