Name of Institute: Indus Institute of Computer and Technology Name of Faculty: Prof. Mamta Pillai/ Dr. Rutva Mecwan/ Dr. Shalini Sharma Course code: IMSC0105 Course name: Communication and Presentation Skills Pre-requisites: Credit points: 3 Offered Semester: I Course Coordinator (weeks XX - XX) Full Name: Prof Mamta Pillai Department with sitting location: Computer Lab, Ground Floor, Main Building Telephone:9924241816 Email: mamtapillai.gd@indusuni.ac.in Consultation times: 3.45 to 4.20 PM Course Lecturer (weeks xx - XX) Full name: Dr. Rutva Mecwan /Prof. Mamta Pillai/ Dr. Shalini Sharma Department with siting location: Science & Humanities, Computer Lab/ELC Lab, Grd Floor (MB) Telephone: 9979535141/ 9924241816/7016107800 Email: rutvamecwan.gd@indusuni.ac.in mamtapillai.gd@indusuni.ac.in shalinisharma.gd@indusuni.ac.in Consultation times: 3.45 to 4.20 PM Students will be contacted throughout the Session via Mail with important information relating to this Course. Course Objectives By participating in and understanding all facets of this Course a student will: To orient students about the varied uses of Soft Skills To understand the importance of personality and its reflection in communication. To train students to develop correspondence in technical writing and presentation skills. Course Outcomes (CO) 1. To enable students to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with fluent English speakers quite possible without strain for either party. 2. To understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 1 of 12
3. To express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. 4. To understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). 5. To communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters 6. To understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization Course Outline UNIT I Perspective of Technical Communication: Communication well in the work place. Basics of Technical Communication, Barrier to communication, Technology in communication UNIT II Effective listening, presentation skills, Interviews, Group Communication UNIT III Constitutes of Effective writing, written forms, Writing emails, letters, and memos UNIT IV Writing resumes and covering letters, Job interviewing techniques. IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 2 of 12
Method of delivery Chalk & Talk Audio-Visual Samples of Authentic Material Study time Three Hours Per Week CO-PO Mapping (PO: Program Outcomes) PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12 - 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 3 - 2 CO1 CO2 - - - 1 3 1 - 1 1 3 - 2 CO3 3 - 1 2 1 - 2 3 3 1 2 - 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 3 - 2 CO4 CO5 - - - 1 3 1 - 1 1 3 - 2 CO6 3 - 1 2 1 - 2 3 3 1 2 IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 3 of 12
Blooms Taxonomy and Knowledge retention (For reference) (Blooms taxonomy has been given for reference) Figure 1: Blooms Taxonomy Figure 2: Knowledge retention Graduate Qualities and Capabilities covered (Qualities graduates harness crediting this Course) General Graduate Qualities Specific Department of ______Graduate Capabilities Informed 1 Professional knowledge, grounding & Have a sound knowledge of an area of awareness study or profession and understand its current issues, locally and internationally. Know how to apply this knowledge. Understand how an area of study has developed and how it relates to other areas. IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 4 of 12
Independent learners 2 Information literacy, gathering & Engage with new ideas and ways of processing thinking and critically analyze issues. Seek to extend knowledge through ongoing research, enquiry and reflection. Find and evaluate information, using a variety of sources and technologies. Acknowledge the work and ideas of others. Problem solvers 4 Problem solving skills Take on challenges and opportunities. Apply creative, logical and critical thinking skills to respond effectively. Make and implement decisions. Be flexible, thorough, innovative and aim for high standards. Effective communicators 5 Written communication Articulate ideas and convey them 6 Oral communication effectively using a range of media. Work 7 Teamwork collaboratively and engage with people in different settings. Recognize how culture can shape communication. Responsible 10 Sustainability, societal & Understand how decisions can affect environmental impact others and make ethically informed choices. Appreciate and respect diversity. Act with integrity as part of local, national, global and professional communities. Practical work: (Simulation Task – Role Plays relating to Conducting Meetings, Conducting Mock Interviews) Lecture/tutorial times (Give lecture times in the format below) Example: Lectures Mon Mech A – 1.00 to 1.55PM Mon Auto - 2.50 to 3.45 PM Mon CSE - 2.50 to 3.45 PM Mon Meta - 11.25 to 12.20 PM Tues Mech B - 1.00 to 1.55PM Tues EL - 2.50 to 3.45 PM Wed Mech C – 1.55 to 2.50PM Attendance Requirements Wed CE - 2.50 to 3.45 PM Thurs EC - 2.50 to 3.45PM Thurs Civil D - 1.00 to 1.55PM Fri IT - 2.50 to 3.45PM IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 5 of 12
The University norms states that it is the responsibility of students to attend all lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical work as stipulated in the Course outline. Minimum attendance requirement as per university norms is compulsory for being eligible for mid and end semester examinations. Details of referencing system to be used in written work NIL References Fred Luthans, Organizational Behaviour, McGraw Hill Lesikar and petit, Report writing for Business M. Ashraf Rizvi, Effective Technical Communication, McGraw Hill Wallace and masters, Personal Development for Life and Work, Thomson Learning Hartman Lemay, Presentation Success, Thomson Learning Malcolm Goodale, Professional Presentations Farhathullah, T. M. Communication skills for Technical Students Michael Muckian, John Woods, The Business letters Handbook Herta A. Murphy, Effective Business Communication Lehman, Dufrene, Sinha BCOM, Cengage Learning Additional Materials Introduction to English Language & Literature Mod-1 Lec-1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC3M9EqduyI The English Language Mod-1 Lec- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsR4jFszFdw#action=share International English Mod-1 Lec-4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT4cQkXCc8g Effortless EnglishRule-1 English Phrases:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5z-lilm-gg Pronunciation Training Techniques: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB8mr4iViy0 Make Body Language Your Superpower: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB8mr4iViy0 English Job Interviews | Best Answers to Questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB8mr4iViy0 IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 6 of 12
ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES Your final course mark will be calculated from the following: Group Discussion 5% (Week 3) Public Speaking 5% (Week 6) Class Test 40% (Week 9) Reading Test 10% (Week 12) Final exam 40% SUPPLEMENTARY ASSESSMENT Students who receive an overall mark less than 40% in mid semester or end semester will be considered for supplementary assessment in the respective components (i.e mid semester or end semester) of semester concerned. Students must make themselves available during the supplementary examination period to take up the respective components (mid semester or end semester) and need to obtain the required minimum 40% marks to clear the concerned components. Practical Work Report/Laboratory Report: Late Work Late assignments will not be accepted without supporting documentation. Late submission of the reports will result in a deduction of -% of the maximum mark per calendar day Format All assignments must be presented in a neat, legible format with all information sources correctly referenced. Assignment material handed in throughout the session that is not neat and legible will not be marked and will be returned to the student. Retention of Written Work Written assessment work will be retained by the Course coordinator/lecturer for two weeks after marking to be collected by the students. University and Faculty Policies Students should make themselves aware of the University and/or Faculty Policies regarding plagiarism, special consideration, supplementary examinations and other educational issues and student matters. Plagi a rism - Plagiarism is not acceptable and may result in the imposition of severe penalties. Plagiarism is the use of another person’s work, or idea, as if it is his or her own IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 7 of 12
- if you have any doubts at all on what constitutes plagiarism, please consult your Course coordinator or lecturer. Plagiarism will be penalized severely. Do not copy the work of other students. Do not share your work with other students (except where required for a group activity or assessment) IMSC0105 , Semester: I 2019 Page 8 of 12
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