Advanced Communicative English for
Engineers
Semester: 3rd / 4th (2nd Year)
Credits: 3
Duration: 15 Weeks
Mode: Lecture + Activity-Based Practical Sessions
Course Objectives (COs)
To develop strong foundational verbal ability and grammatical accuracy.
To enhance professional communication through written, verbal, and digital formats.
To cultivate soft skills and business etiquette for workplace readiness.
To refine listening, speaking, and reading skills for real-world and professional contexts.
To empower students with presentation and interview readiness through practical
exposure.
Unit-Wise Syllabus
Unit 1: Communication Fundamentals and Language Development
Introduction to Communication in English
Types of Communication: Written, Verbal, Non-verbal
Listening Skills: Gist Listening, Empathetic Listening
Grammar Focus: Nouns, Verbs, Tenses, Types of Actions
Active & Passive Voice
Activities: Listening tasks, grammar quizzes, voice recordings
Unit 2: Verbal Ability and Language Skills
Vocabulary Building Techniques
Synonyms, Antonyms, Word Formation
Sentence Correction and Error Spotting
Idioms and Phrases, One-word Substitutes
Articulation and Pronunciation: Pitch, Pause, Modulation
Activities: Spelling bee, verbal games, vocabulary building exercises
Unit 3: Business Writing and Digital Communication
Formal vs Informal Communication
Business Letters: Enquiry, Complaint, Order, Acknowledgement
Email Writing: Tone, Structure, Clarity
Report Writing and Circulars
Typing and Formatting Skills for Professional Documents
Activities: Business writing tasks, typing drills, email role plays
Unit 4: Soft Skills and Self-Presentation
Public Speaking & Extempore
Group Discussion and Debate Skills
Professional Etiquette: Telephone, Virtual, Interpersonal
Body Language and Grooming
Self-Introduction, Elevator Pitch
Activities: Mock GDs, role-plays, mirror practice, video feedback
Unit 5: Interview & Career Communication Skills
Resume & Cover Letter Writing
Interview Question Handling (HR & Technical)
Articulation and Fluency in Speech
Listening Comprehension for Workplace
Reading Comprehension of Business/Technical Passages
Activities: Resume workshops, mock interviews, reading labs
Course Outcomes (COs)
CO Code Course Outcome Bloom’s Level
Description
CO1 Demonstrate command Apply (Level 3)
over grammar and verbal
reasoning for
academic/professional use.
CO2 Communicate effectively in Apply (Level 3)
various professional
formats including emails
and reports.
CO3 Present confidently in Evaluate (Level 5)
public settings using
appropriate body language
and speech.
CO4 Listen, comprehend, and Analyze (Level 4)
interpret instructions and
conversations effectively.
CO5 Exhibit readiness for job Create (Level 6)
roles through well-
structured interviews and
communication.
CO-PO Mapping
CO / PO PO1 PO2 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO12
CO1 2 2 - - 3 2
CO2 2 2 1 2 3 3
CO3 1 - 2 3 3 2
CO4 2 3 - 1 2 2
CO5 2 2 2 3 3 3