( SEM II) THEORY EXAMINATION 2017-18 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

This PDF contains the B.Tech Even Semester (2017–18) Professional Communication – RAS204 theory examination paper. It is an essential resource for engineering students to understand the complete exam structure, question pattern, and key communication concepts tested in university examinations. The paper carries 70 marks and must be completed within 3 hours, following the official AKTU/UPTU format.

The exam is divided into three structured sections—Section A, Section B, and Section C—covering a wide spectrum of communication skills required for academic and professional growth. It includes questions on interpersonal skills, language functions, writing techniques, non-verbal communication, word formation, semantics, and philosophy related to human identity and communication.

SECTION A – Short Answer Questions (Conceptual Basics)

This section contains seven 2-mark questions, each designed to test basic understanding of communication concepts. The questions focus on:

Difference between interpersonal and mass communication

Meaning of impromptu speech

Language as an encoding and decoding device

Deductive method of paragraph writing

Role of philosophy in integrating scientific findings

Identifying root words (overborrowing, nonsense, mismanagement, photography)

Definition and example of syllable

These short questions evaluate a student’s foundational knowledge of communication theory.
 

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SECTION B – Medium-Length Descriptive Questions

Students must attempt any three out of five questions. These carry 7 marks each and involve deeper explanation, writing skills, and comprehension:

Levels of communication (interpersonal, organisational, mass, etc.)

Requisites of effective sentence construction

Guidelines for drafting a letter of complaint or claim, followed by a practical scenario

Explanation of Kinesics and all its components (body language)

Discussion on the concept of machine vs. self based on J. Bronowski’s philosophical views

These questions test analytical skills, written expression, and knowledge application.
 

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SECTION C – Long Answer Questions (Advanced + Practical Tasks)

Section C consists of five main questions, each divided into two sub-parts. Students must attempt one part from each question. These questions carry 7 marks each and cover:

Communication Types

Difference between technical and general communication

Formal vs informal communication channels

Word Formation + Grammar Skills

Grammar exercises on nouns, articles, modal verbs, transformation of sentences, and rules of word formation.

Professional Writing

Writing a report on downfall in admissions

Preparing a professional resume

Attitude & Soft Skills

Meaning of attitude and ways to improve it

Explanation of paralanguage and whether silence is included

Philosophy & Creativity

Philosophy as a comprehensive science

Relationship between science and literature

This section tests a student’s writing ability, soft skills understanding, grammar proficiency, and broader thinking.