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Various word processors, e.g., MS Word, Libra-office, Latex etc. Making effective presentations
using Power Point and Beamer, Uses of plagiarism detection tools.
UNIT V- Miscellaneous Reports (3 Hours)

Writing research proposals, Writings project proposals, Lecture notes, Progress reports,
Utilization reports, Scientific reports etc.

SUGGESTED READINGS:

1. A. Whitaker, ―A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Academic Papers‖, 2009.
2. J. Lambert and C. Frye, ―Microsoft Office 2016‖, Microsoft Press, Washington 98052-6399
3. C. P. R. Kumar, ―On Writing a Thesis‖, IETE Journal of Education, 2000.
4. J. Warbrick, M. Goossens, S. Rahtz, A. Clark ―Essential LATEX ++‖, 1994.

ABILITY ENHANCEMENT COURSES:
AEC I:

Eng.111 General English Language 2+1

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

The primary objective of this course is:
 To introduce the basic tools of calculus, also known as ‗science of variation‘.
 To provide a way of viewing and analysing the real-world problems.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 Comprehensive knowledge and coherent understanding of the English Language.
 Practical, professional, and procedural knowledge required for carrying out professionalor
highly skilled work/tasks based on English language.
 Create, perform, or think in different and diverse ways about the same objectsorscenarios
 Adopt innovative, imaginative, lateral thinking, interpersonal skills and
emotionalintelligence.
 Enhanced comprehension skills for better analysis and interpretation of a body of work
 Inculcate a healthy attitude to be a lifelong learner.

THEORY (30 Hours)

UNIT I Functional Grammar(10 Hours)

Parts of speech: The Article, The Preposition. Agreement of the verb with the Subject. Analysis,
Transformation, Synthesis and Direct-Indirect Speech. Same word used as different parts of
speech. Word Building/Word Formation: Compound words, Primary Derivative, Secondary
Derivatives (Prefixes, Suffixes), Common Idioms and Verb Phrases. Proverbs.

UNIT II Essential Language Skills (10 Hours)
Summary/Precis Writing. Professional writing. Vocabulary – Antonym, Synonym, Words
confused and misused, Homophones, Homonyms.Preparation of CV. Job Application. Formal and
Informal letters. Report/Proposal Writing. Essay Writing. Interviews. Figures of speech (Simile,

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