Communication Skills

In the words of Stephen Covey, ” Communication is the most important skill in life, we spend most of our waking hours communicating”. This course helps to highlight the nature, dynamics, processes and technological influences of communication in the field of engineering. It involves the practical steps to become more effective in communicating.

COURSE JUSTIFICATION/RATIONALE

To enhance the holistic development of students and improve their employability skills

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

By the end of this course, the student should be able to:

·         Practice communication skills in engineering for application in the fields of work;

·         Realize the importance of communication in engineering.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

A student on completing this course is expected to:

·         Read, listen, take and make notes, speak, interact and conduct meetings.

·         Write technical and business reports, handle intra and inter office communication and present reports.

Discuss the conceptual framework of communication.

Explain  the importance of effective communication

Acquire practical communication skills

Explain better communicators through independent exploration