MODEL PAPER

End Semester (-III--Semester) Examination, Dec., 2019

Course: B.Tech.(Mining)

Subject: Effective Technical Communication.

Subject Code: 3003

UNIT I
MARKS 5
Q.1. What is technical writing?
Q.2. Name two Technical Documents.
Q.3. Draw the format of any one technical document.
Q.4. Define editing.
Q.5. Define communication.
MARKS 10
Q.6. Explain the key elements of technical writing.
Q.7. What is the importance of information in technical writing?
Q.8. Discuss the factors affecting the design of a technical document.
MARKS 20
Q.9. Explain the role that communication plays within an organisation?
Q.10. Explain the importance of good communication skills.
 UNIT II
MARKS 5

Q.1. Define collaborative wring.

Q.2. What is editing?
Q.3. What is single sourcing?
Q.4. Define Localization.
Q.5. What is time estimation?

MARKS 10

Q.6. Grammar and editing is important in technical communication. Explain.

Q.7. What is time management in communication.? Discuss.
Q.8. Explain the process of technical writing.

MARKS 20

Q.9. Discuss the importance of attitudes ,values and beliefs.

Q.10. How is collaborative writing important in many technical writings? Discuss.

UNIT III

MARKS 5

Q.1. What is self development?

Q.2. What do you mean by perception?

Q.3. Differentiate values from beliefs.

Q.4. What is self – esteem?

Q.5. Define attitude in communication.

MARKS 10

Q.6. Explain SWOT analysis.

Q.7. Discuss the importance of career planning.

Q.8. Explain personal goal setting.

 MARKS 20

Q.9. Management of time is crucial to self development. Discuss.

Q.10. Problem solving is an important skill in career building. Explain.

UNIT IV

MARKS 5

Q.1. What is group discussion?

Q.2. What do you mean by graphic presentation?
Q.3. Name 5 presentation aids.
Q.4. Define reports.
Q.5. Define memos.

MARKS 10

Q.6. Write the importance of etiquettes in social and office settings.

Q.7. Discuss business ethics.
Q.8. Discuss the role of managing time in any organizational communication.

MARKS 20

Q.9. What are the roles and responsibilities of an engineer?

Q.10. What is the work culture in a job?Discuss .

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