Download or read book Professional Communications written by Heather Silyn-Roberts and published by Amer Society of Civil Engineers. This book was released on 2005 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heather Silyn-Roberts provides practical, comprehensive advice on best practice for professional engineering communications that convey information to readers accurately and simply.
Download or read book Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers written by Clifford Whitcomb and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-12-20 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents key principles of communication that support clear exchanges in a technical context and help engineers learn effective communication skills Effective communication is a necessity for engineers. Even minor on-the-job misunderstandings can cost time, money, or worse. Yet even though recent studies show that improved communication makes for better engineers, the ability to speak clearly and listen carefully have historically been considered "soft skills" and are not typically or explicitly addressed in engineering programs. Working from basic units called microskills, Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers shows readers, one step at a time, how to engage, listen, manage conflict, and influence others with highly constructive, repeatable communication exchanges. This career-enhancing handbook: Presents communication skills for both technical issues and social situations in an engineering context Breaks skills down to elemental usage forms as microskills Includes plenty of practice exercises, case studies, and self-assessment tools Helps develop higher-level skills for more complex situations, such as dealing with confrontation and conflict negotiation Features a direct, user-friendly, practice-oriented format Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers is a must-have guide for professionals and an important supplement for engineering programs at all levels.
Download or read book Designing Technical and Professional Communication written by Deborah C. Andrews and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-11-25 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This concise and flexible core textbook integrates a design thinking approach, rhetorical strategies, and a global perspective to help students succeed as technical and professional communicators in today’s multimodal, mobile, and global community. Design thinking and good communication practices are rooted in empathy and human values. The integrated approach fosters students' ability to address the complex problems they will face in their careers, where they will collaborate with people who present diverse expertise, cultures, languages, and values. This book introduces the knowledge and skills as well as agile activities that help students communicate on projects within local and global communities. Parts 1 and 2 introduce the strategies for design thinking, audience analysis, communicating ethically, collaborating professionally, and managing projects to define problems and implement solutions. In Parts 3 and 4, students learn to compose content in text and visuals. They learn to structure and deliver content by choosing the right genre and selecting effectively from the communication options available in today's multimodal environment. Designing Technical and Professional Communication serves as a flexible core textbook for technical and professional communication courses. An instructor’s manual containing exercises, sample syllabus, and guidance for teaching in a variety of settings is available online at www.routledge.com/9780367549602.
Download or read book What Every Engineer Should Know About Business Communication written by John X. Wang and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2008-05-15 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineers must possess a range of business communication skills that enable them to effectively communicate the purpose and relevance of their idea, process, or technical design. This unique business communication text is packed with practical advice that will improve your ability to- Market ideas Write proposals Generate enthusiasm for research De
Download or read book Professional Communication in Engineering written by H. Sales and published by Springer. This book was released on 2006-10-10 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives an inside view of real engineers communicating in a modern aerospace engineering environment. Using many authentic texts and language examples, the author describes the writing of specifications and requirements, engineering proposals, executive summaries and other communication tasks.
Download or read book Connecting People with Technology written by George Hayhoe and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-11-25 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores five important areas where technology affects society, and suggests ways in which human communication can facilitate the use of that technology.Usability has become a foundational discipline in technical and professional communication that grows out of our rhetorical roots, which emphasize purpose and audience. As our appreciation of audience has grown beyond engineers and scientists to lay users of technology, our appreciation of the diversity of those audiences in terms of age, geography, and other factors has similarly expanded.We are also coming to grips with what Thomas Friedman calls the 'flat world,' a paradigm that influences how we communicate with members of other cultures and speakers of other languages. And because most of the flatteners are either technologies themselves or technology-driven, technical and professional communicators need to leverage these technologies to serve global audiences.Similarly, we are inundated with information about world crises involving health and safety issues. These crises are driven by the effects of terrorism, the aging population, HIV/AIDS, and both human-made and natural disasters. These issues are becoming more visible because they are literally matters of life and death. Furthermore, they are of special concern to audiences that technical and professional communicators have little experience targeting - the shapers of public policy, seniors, adolescents, and those affected by disaster.Biotechnology is another area that has provided new roles for technical and professional communicators. We are only beginning to understand how to communicate the science accurately without either deceiving or panicking our audience. We need to develop a more sophisticated understanding of how communication can shape reactions to biotechnology developments. Confronting this complex network of issues, we're challenged to fashion both our message and the audience's perceptions ethically.Finally, today's corporate environment is being shaped by technology and the global nature of business. Technical and professional communicators can play a role in capturing and managing knowledge, in using technology effectively in the virtual workplace, and in understanding how language shapes organizational culture.
Download or read book Professional Communication in Engineering written by Hazel E. Sales and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Technical Writing and Professional Communication written by Thomas N. Huckin and published by McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages. This book was released on 1991 with total page 776 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed for use by non-native speakers of English enrolled in Technical Writing and Communication courses. Technical Writing and Professional Communication, 2/e, places technical writing in its context, showing students how to consider their purpose and their audience when writing reports, memos, and correspondence. Formerly titled Technical Writing and Professional Communication: A Handbook for Nonnative Speakers, the new edition features a case running throughout seven chapters, dynamically illustrating the writing process. The revision also provides complete coverage of the new computer technologies and the new attention to the intercultural concerns in today's business world.
Download or read book Engineered to Speak written by Alexa S. Chilcutt and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-07-26 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineered to Speak: Helping You Create and Deliver Engaging Technical Presentations Technical expertise alone is not enough to ensure professional success. Twenty-first century engineers and technical professionals must master making the complex simple and the simple interesting. This book helps engineers do what they love most: take a complicated system and create a stronger solution. You will learn tips and strategies that help you answer one essential question, “How can I get better at sharing my ideas with a variety of audiences?” In Engineered to Speak, Alexa Chilcutt and Adam Brooks combine their expertise in messaging and public speaking with research that illustrates how effective communication contributes to career advancement. Each chapter contains inspiring stories from practicing engineers around the world as well as useful examples, exercises and repeatable processes for creating compelling messages. This book helps technical talent become better speakers, better communicators, and ultimately better leaders. This helpful guide demystifies the art of oral communication by breaking it down into ten easy-to-follow-processes that can improve the ability of professionals at any level. By the end of Engineered to Speak, you’ll understand how to gain buy-in, identify and expand your Sphere of Influence, amplify your message, deliver compelling presentations, and learn from those who’ve embrace these skills and enjoyed professional success.
Download or read book New Media Communication Skills for Engineers and IT Professionals Trans National and Trans Cultural Demands written by Patil, Arun and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2012-03-31 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The communication demands expected of todays engineers and information technology professionals immersed in multicultural global enterprises are unsurpassed. New Media Communication Skills for Engineers and IT Professionals: Trans-National and Trans-Cultural Demands provides new and experienced practitioners, academics, employers, researchers, and students with international examples of best practices in new, as well as traditional, communication skills in increasingly trans-cultural, digitalized, hypertext environments. This book will be a valuable addition to the existing literature and resources in communication skills in both organizational and higher educational settings, giving readers comprehensive insights into the proficient use of a broad range of communication critical for effective professional participation in the globalized and digitized communication environments that characterize current engineering and IT workplaces.
Download or read book Teaching and Training for Global Engineering written by Kirk St. Amant and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-03-23 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a foundation for understanding a range of linguistic, cultural, and technological factors to effectively practice international communication in a variety of professional communication arenas An in-depth analysis of how cultural factors influence translation, document design, and visual communication A review of approaches for addressing the issue of international communication in a range of classes and training sessions A summary of strategies for engaging in effective e-learning in international contexts A synopsis of how to incorporate emerging media into international teaching and training practices
Download or read book The Profession and Practice of Technical Communication written by Yvonne Cleary and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2021-07-29 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical, research-based overview of careers in technical communication featuring narratives from working professionals in a range of careers and international contexts Technical communication is a diverse, growing, and rapidly changing field, and an up-to-date guide to careers will be useful for students and junior professionals in the US and Europe Competing books on technical communication careers are outdated and do not include non-US contexts; this book contains current research and practitioner narratives that most closely examine careers as they operate today
Download or read book COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR PROFESSIONALS Second Edition written by KONAR, NIRA and published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 2021-11-08 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘Communication Skills for Professionals’ is a time-tested book which aims to equip students, academicians and professionals with all the necessary skills to communicate effectively, so that they can thrive in this competitive world. WHAT DOES THE BOOK CONTAIN This compact and student friendly text is divided in several sections, and covers several topics like Detailed section on Vocabulary. • Items of: grammar; verbs; phrasal verbs; voices; tenses; transformation and synthesis of sentences. • ‘Rectification of Grammatical Errors’ in order to identify and correct errors. • Analysis of the 4 skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. • Skills of Technical Writing and Public Speaking. • Body Language and Group Discussion. All these and more aims to make the learner a winner, not only in his personal life, but also in his Professional life. The book is easy to read and understand. Each point is illustrated with examples from practical life. Even the grammar exercises and all other activity-based questions have been skillfully designed and worked out in Classrooms. WHAT IS NEW TO THIS EDITION • In the modern business world where speed and ease of communication is very important E-mails have become widely prevalent. An E-mail can even make or break a career. • Detailed discussions have been shared in this Edition on how to write the perfect E-mail. • A completely new chapter has been added on social media tools like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Job seekers would learn how to upload their portfolios and highlight their skills and achievements and connect with prospective employers and collaborators. Book Reviews "I have been a regular user of the book by Prof. Nira Konar and found it a very reliable resource. The chapters on ‘Group Discussion and Body Language’ are particularly helpful. Besides, the chapter on ‘Communication Theory’ has been relevantly and effectively explained keeping in mind the needs of the students. Overall, the book is very accessible by all levels of students. It is a part of recommended reading for my students." - Nandini Mukherjee Course Coordinator, Department of Communicative English, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata "An extremely concise, lucidly written and reader-friendly book, that serves as a handy reference manual for all in-service English language teachers of degree engineering colleges. The B.Tech Communicative English syllabus has been closely followed, with detailed sections on grammar, writing and comprehension. The chapters on vocabulary take an insightful look at etymology, word origins, synonymy and antonymy. Detailed word lists and practice exercises make the section extremely helpful for practicing teachers. The sections on grammar are fairly detailed, offering a thorough analysis of Verbs, Tenses, Voice, Narration, Transformation of Sentences and Error Correction. There are plenty of practice exercises for the teacher to choose from. Reading skills are well discussed and technical writing is given all the importance and predominance it usually occupies in any course on technical communication. The section on report writing is extremely useful as a guide for teachers for teaching students the formatting and writing essentials in documenting reports. There is a section on professional speaking too, which enriches the content of the book. On the whole, the book is of continuing usefulness and relevance in any technical English course and will be used by teachers and students alike for many years to come." - Dr Indrajit Bose Assistant Professor of English, GNIT, Kolkata "Dr. Konar's book acts as a comprehensive guide to the students of professional, technical as well as basic courses to hone their language skills. The language of the book is persuasive, fluid and student-friendly which makes it useful even to the first generation learners of English. The scope of this book extends from word-building to report writing and covers almost all the thrust areas of language training in a nutshell. Hence, it deserves a shelf-space in the library of any institution." - Ayushman Banerjee, Assistant Professor in English, Haldia Government College, Kolkata "This is one of the best books on 'Communication' available in the market. Dr. Nira Konar is a brand by herself whenever English Language Teaching (ELT) comes into discussion. This compact edition discusses in detail the various aspects of language ranging from Vocabulary, Grammar, Syntax to effective communication in business. The book gives a clear reading of LSRW skills such as writing, reading, listening, and public speaking. It further confers different means of effective communication, situational dialogues, body language, and group discussions. The book follows the present MAKAUT curriculum of English for B.Tech 1st year 2nd Semester (HM-HU 201 & HM-HU 291) thoroughly. It not only gives an overview of the Theory syllabus but also provides details of Language Laboratory activities as well. “Communication Skills for Professionals” enables the readers to express themselves clearly and communicate effectively at the workplace. This book not only deals with the rudiments of communication but also gives insights into the body language and provides important tips on how to be successful at interviews and group discussions. Primarily intended for students of engineering and technology, the book will also be useful for Management students and the students of all disciplines who want to acquire the skill in corporate communication and excel in their respective professional areas." - Sohini Datta Assistant Professor, Department of Management, IEM, Sector V, Salt Lake, Kolkata "Easy and in-depth writing on the subject is the aim of this book. The author has put in here the fruits of teaching the students from the wide-ranging and first-hand knowledge of business speaking and writing, and listening in a friendly way. It is enriched with extensive references. On every page of the book the students will see how a simpler style of English is balanced with their need." - Dalia Sen Assistant Professor, Bengal Institute of Technology (Under Techno India Group), Kolkata
Download or read book STRATEGIES FOR ENGINEERING COMMUNICATION written by SUSAN STEVENSON and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-07 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Market_Desc: · Engineers· Technicians· Instructors Special Features: · Designed around general principles of communication that can be applied to the specific field of engineering in which they are working.· Examples throughout text are largely drawn from real documents written by professional engineers.· Emphasis on rhetorical principles. About The Book: This innovative text addresses mastering communication skills fundamental to engineering success. Numerous strategies related to the writing process are covered, from persuading and informing, to team writing, listening, speaking, style, form, and genre. Grounded in rhetorical theory, this book helps engineers develop flexible strategies for researching, inventing, drafting, and revising, and for meeting the challenges of the many audiences, purposes, and contexts encountered at work.
Download or read book International Virtual Teams written by Pam Estes Brewer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-05-26 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Brewer presents a complete guide to international virtual team communication with the most up-to-date research developments in the engineering workplace on a global scale, and a problem-solving approach to using and communicating in virtual teams. Presents guidelines heavily based on empirical data Application of virtual team communication guidelines to the field of engineering Provides strategies and sample projects for teaching
Download or read book The MIT Guide to Science and Engineering Communication second edition written by James Paradis and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2002-06-21 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A second edition of a popular guide to scientific and technical communication, updated to reflect recent changes in computer technology. This guide covers the basics of scientific and engineering communication, including defining an audience, working with collaborators, searching the literature, organizing and drafting documents, developing graphics, and documenting sources. The documents covered include memos, letters, proposals, progress reports, other types of reports, journal articles, oral presentations, instructions, and CVs and resumes. Throughout, the authors provide realistic examples from actual documents and situations. The materials, drawn from the authors' experience teaching scientific and technical communication, bridge the gap between the university novice and the seasoned professional. In the five years since the first edition was published, communication practices have been transformed by computer technology. Today, most correspondence is transmitted electronically, proposals are submitted online, reports are distributed to clients through intranets, journal articles are written for electronic transmission, and conference presentations are posted on the Web. Every chapter of the book reflects these changes. The second edition also includes a compact Handbook of Style and Usage that provides guidelines for sentence and paragraph structure, punctuation, and usage and presents many examples of strategies for improved style.
Download or read book Professional Communication Skills for Engineers written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
