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Communication for Engineers explores the foundational principles and practical techniques essential for effective communication in engineering contexts. This course covers a range of topics, including technical writing, report preparation, oral presentation skills, and the use of visual aids to convey complex information clearly. Students will learn how to communicate technical ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences, collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, engage in professional correspondence, and adhere to ethical standards in communication. Through real-world case studies, group projects, and individual assignments, the course equips future engineers with the skills necessary to succeed in industry and academia.
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Communicating as Professionals 3rd Edition by Raymond Archee
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Q1) 'The sharing of meaning through information,ideas and feelings',as a definition of communication,implies that:
A) Feelings are more important than logical arguments.
B) information becomes distorted through prejudice.
C) each party contributes to meaning.
D) concepts or opinions must be ignored in the search for objectivity.
E) meanings negotiated must be checked with dictionary definitions.
Answer: C
Q2) Communication theories help the professional:
A) maximise his/her income.
B) manipulate the media to his/her advantage.
C) narrow the communication gap between the professional and the client.
D) avoid litigation.
E) save time.
Answer: C
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Q1) An important difference between speech and writing is that:
A) poor pronunciation in speech is a more serious problem than poor spelling in writing.
B) non-verbal communication is used more in writing than in speech.
C) writing takes longer than speech.
D) writing is always more formal than speech.
E) writing requires more care in word selection than speech.
Answer: E
Q2) By 'rules of the language game',we mean which three of the following?
A) Using correct grammar in formal reports.
B) Understanding words used by people who lecture to us.
C) Being competent at word puzzles.
D) Having fun with word games.
E) Pronouncing words properly.
Answer: A,B,E
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Q1) Studies show that when people are talking:
A) the speaker looks more at the listener.
B) the listener looks more at the speaker.
C) both the speaker and the listener make the same amount of eye contact.
D) they tend to stare at each other.
E) There is no consistency about data related to eye contact.
Answer: B
Q2) The sound of your voice is called:
A) kinesics.
B) paralanguage.
C) proxemics.
D) body language.
E) bullying.
Answer: B
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Q1) The dimensions of history and worldview affect us by:
A) reminding us of our past.
B) affecting a culture's outlook on life.
C) helping us to understand ourselves better.
D) giving us a way of identifying ourselves.
E) being the most important intercultural dimension.
Q2) Humour conducted in computer-meditated contexts is:
A) always welcome when communicating with someone from China,especially if it involves making fun of one's colleagues and superiors.
B) always welcome when communicating with someone from Mexico,especially if it involves making jokes about one's family.
C) always a risky idea,especially if it is a professional context.
D) always welcome when communicating with someone from Australia,except if the situation is tense.
E) always welcome when communicating with someone from Denmark,except if the humour is sarcastic in tone.
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Q1) 'The privacy of Australians using mediated communication technologies is assured.' Is this true?
A) Yes,it is true.The Australian constitution protects our privacy on the internet.
B) Yes,it is true,except if you use a computer at work.
C) No,it is not true.The Patriot Act has removed Australians' privacy rights to prevent terrorism.
D) No,it is not true.It doesn't matter because privacy is no longer important.
E) No,it is not true.The privacy of computer-mediated messages is not guaranteed in Australia.
Q2) Which of the following is true about 'chatting' via mediated communication technology?
A) Chat is synchronous in nature: it takes place in real time.
B) Chat is asynchronous in nature: it is time-delayed.
C) You cannot transfer files in chat.
D) You cannot chat in any web-based email programs.
E) Chat is different to instant messaging.
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Q1) What is the research question?
A) The abstract expressed as a question.
B) The conclusion.
C) The hypothesis.
D) The aim of the research.
E) The guiding idea of the research.
Q2) The Discussion section is located:
A) after the Method section.
B) before the Conclusion.
C) after the Results.
D) before the Method.
E) after the Introduction.
Q3) What possibility does the Method section give the reader?
A) The possibility to understand the context of the research.
B) The possibility to see the academic sources associated with the research.
C) The possibility to understand the topic in an in-depth manner.
D) The possibility to replicate the research.
E) The possibility to see how the results apply to current research.
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Q1) Aggressive behaviour:
A) is considered part of normal communication by Australians.
B) values others people's ideas.
C) values other people's property.
D) enhances self-esteem.
E) does not respect the rights of others.
Q2) Communication competence involves both:
A) knowledge and skills.
B) knowledge and application.
C) knowledge and performance.
D) knowledge and sensitivity.
E) knowledge and credibility
Q3) Magda is sent on a training program by her company.Which of the following scenarios could block Magda from listening effectively to the information provided at the program?
A) Magda got a good night's sleep before attending the training program.
B) Magda was dreading the training program because it was bound to be boring.
C) Magda planned to take notes at the training program.
D) Magda wanted to understand the main ideas of the training program.
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E) Magda was willing to listen in an active way at the training program.
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Q1) Which of the following statements best describes the nature of self-directed teams?
A) Self-directed teams are responsible for part of the process of production or service they provide.
B) Self-directed teams must be able to turn to a leader to implement effective communication.
C) Self-directed teams must be able to report clearly their decisions to a manager for approval.
D) Self-directed teams must be able to make decisions for a wide range of activities,from purchasing materials to recruitment and product development.
E) Self-directed teams must be able to hire and fire the members.
Q2) How does a group become a team?
A) Through a focused spirit and interdependence towards a mutual goal or set of goals.
B) Through a process of giving the group a name.
C) Through sharing common interests.
D) Through a process whereby outsiders see the group as a team.
E) Through the appointment of a team leader.
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Q1) Which of the following is an example of a performance appraisal interview?
A) The office manager is interviewed by the CEO about her performance during the year.
B) The HR manager discusses new methods of security in the building with the security officer.
C) Applicants are briefed on the duties of a position advertised in the local press.
D) The door-to-door salesman with his stock of cookbooks for sale calls on each of the residents.
E) A manager letting staff know that there will be an increase in staff wages due to improved company performance.
Q2) Information collection interviews might include which of the following?
A) Choosing a chef for a new restaurant.
B) Annual evaluation of staff for promotion.
C) Store managers viewing a fashion designer's new collection.
D) Investigative journalists studying the incidence of violence in a certain suburb.
E) A real estate agent conducting a sales pitch to a group of prospective buyers.
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Q1) The textbook talks about the Murphy's Law of presentations.What does this refer to?
A) When you are doing a presentation,relax,because everything will work out fine.
B) Experienced presenters are the most successful at presenting.
C) Presenters need to be well-prepared and practiced,as whatever can go wrong will go wrong on the day of the presentation.
D) Reliance on audiovisual aids can be disastrous for public speaking.
E) A presenter's nerves make problematic presentations.
Q2) Which of the following would not help a speaker overcome speech fright?
A) Using notes.
B) Using controlled movements.
C) Being well-prepared and practiced.
D) Using visual aids.
E) Shallow breathing.
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Q1) By clear writing,we mean:
A) writing that is simple,familiar and 'visible'.
B) writing that attains the writer's highest intellectual level.
C) writing that describes everything in detail.
D) writing that helps readers expand their vocabularies.
E) writing that is supported with graphics.
Q2) Which of the following sentences is an example of ambiguity?
A) It is the consensus of opinion of our Human Resources Committee that work stoppages would decrease considerably and substantially if the equipment were kept in constant and complete repair.
B) The fact that you were provoked perhaps mitigates but certainly does not justify your action in attacking your companion.
C) Abraham Lincoln wrote the Gettysburg Address while travelling from Washington to Gettysburg on the back of an envelope.
D) Jacaranda and fig trees were planted alternately along the footpath.
E) The tendency to make social contacts is a constant factor in the sphere of human relationships.
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true about workplace manuals?
A) Computer manuals are the least common manual in the workplace.
B) Manuals are meant to be read cover to cover.
C) People prefer to read manuals than work things out for themselves.
D) People only read manuals before they use equipment.
E) Manuals help people understand a proper and efficient way to work.
Q2) Megan is offered a role in a local bank.Due to receiving an offer from another employer,Megan has decided to decline the offer from the bank.Which of the following would you recommend to Megan?
A) Megan should not bother to write to the bank.
B) Megan should write to the bank to tell them their offer was lousy.
C) Megan should confirm in writing that she can accept the position if her new job doesn't work out.
D) Megan should write an abrupt letter to the bank,stating that she will be declining the position.
E) Megan should write a positively framed letter,giving a reason for declining the offer made by the bank.
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Q1) Which of the following is an example of a direct style of citation?
A) According to Smith (2010),referencing is essential for successful academic writing.
B) Referencing is essential for successful academic writing (Smith,2010)
C) Referencing is essential for successful academic writing (James Smith,2010)
D) "Referencing is essential for successful academic writing" (Smith,2010,p.5)
E) Referencing is essential for successful academic writing (Smith,J.2010.A guide to style)
Q2) A concept map is also known as:
A) a mind map
B) a directory
C) a syllabus
D) a concept file
E) an outline
Q3) In a basic annotated bibliography,all of the following may be included,EXCEPT:
A) the full bibliographic citation.
B) the content or scope of the text.
C) the main argument made by the authors.
D) the relevance or usefulness of the text for your research.
E) the page number in your document that the text relates to.
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