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PHI Learning Communication Skills for Engineers and Scientists by Sangeeta Sharma and Binod Mishra
In today's fast-paced era of information technology, communicating effectively has become an indispensable skill sought after by organizations worldwide. Professionals who possess excellent communication skills are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern professional world, where diverse paths like writing, speaking, reading, and listening converge.
This all-encompassing, student-friendly textbook delves into the crucial aspects of technical communication, tailored specifically for students of science and engineering. Divided into two parts, this book provides a complete understanding of the essential skills required to thrive in the realm of technical communication.
Part A of the text through in-depth exploration introduces students to the intricacies of drafting business documents, the significance of effective teamwork, and offers remedies to communication breakdown. Furthermore, a dedicated chapter on Advertising sheds light on the art of persuasive communication.
Part B focuses on the collective and individual requirements of group communication. With a practical approach, it explores the intricacies of delivering impactful presentations, decoding non-verbal cues, mastering the art of speeches, excelling in interviews, and honing negotiation skills. These skills are essential for young professionals aiming to thrive in new challenges and excel in their careers.
This captivating text, now in its Second Edition, features a brand new chapter, Technology in Communication. The chapter highlights the revolutionary role of technology in disseminating fast and efficient information through online platforms. In addition, it also forewarns the disadvantages of technology in communication. Overall, the content emphasizes the transformative role of technology in communication and the need for responsible and mindful usage to maximize its benefits.
Primarily intended as a text for undergraduate students of engineering and science, this compact book is also of immense value to the students of business management. In addition, the text would be a handy reference for practicing professionals who wish to hone their communication skills for achieving better results and should prove extremely useful for those involved in everyday communication.
About the Author:
SHARMA, SANGEETA
SANGEETA SHARMA is a distinguished Professor at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, specializing in Advertising, Technical Communication, Creative Thinking, and Linguistics. Her academic contributions include 29 books and 62 research papers in renowned journals in advertising, gender studies, and communication. Her accolades include Best Management Teacher, Best Paper, and Outstanding Editor awards. A licensed trainer for the internationally recognized Springboard Development Program (U.K.), empowering women, she has proved her leadership roles in various committees. Besides mentoring Ph.D. candidates, she has also shown her exemplary dedication to education.
MISHRA, BINOD
BINOD MISHRA is a Professor of English at the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. He has contributed extensively to academia by publishing 25 books and more than 100 research articles in journals of national and international repute.
Dr. Mishra has supervised 12 Ph.D. candidates mostly employed in established institutions. Besides 04 widely popular NPTEL courses, his poetic flair has brought him several prestigious awards, including the Citation of the Brightest Honour by the International Sufi Centre, Bengaluru, 2020. Belonging to a non-Indigenous ethnic background, his scholarly pursuits revolve around creating and nurturing decolonial paradigms of pluralistic and inclusive academic spaces. He has been listed among the top 25 Indian English poets for their contribution to fostering communal harmony and cosmic humanism.
Content:
Foreword.
Preface.
Preface to the First Edition.
Part A
1. Technical Report Writing: An Overview.
2. Communication Breakdown.
3. Listening.
4. Business Letters.
5. Types of Business Letters.
6. Techniques of Writing.
7. Report Writing.
8. Sample Reports.
9. Advertising.
Part B
10. Effective Presentation.
11. Communicating without Words.
12. Interviews.
13. Speeches.
14. Negotiation Skills.
15. Group Discussions.
16. Technology in Communication.
17. Most Often Wrongly Spelt Words.
Appendices. Bibliography. Index.