TC (MCA 1st)

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