بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Islamic University of Gaza Engineering Faculty

Technical English ENGG 1305 Basil Hamed, Ph. D. Control Systems Engineering Basil Hamed, Ph. D. Control Systems Engineering

Islamic University of Gaza Faculty of Engineering Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technical English ENGG 1305 Prerequisite: General English Instructor: Basil Hamed, Ph.D. Control Systems Engineering Office: B229 iugaza.edu WebSite: Phone: Ext Meeting:ENGG 1305 (S & T) 8:00-9:30 (K 503) 9:30-11:00 ( K 503) Course Syllabus

Course Description: English Technical Writing, is designed to teach engineering students how to effectively communicate technical information. Specifically, it helps students learn how to report technical information to a non- technical audience in both oral and written formats. We will work to better understand and develop our writing process, composing with word and image.

Course Syllabus Text Book: Mark Ibbotson, Cambridge English for Engineering, Cambridge References: Michael Alley, “ The Craft of Scientific Writing” 3rd ed., Huckin, T. and Olsen. L. Technical writing and professional communication for non-native speakers of English. McGraw-Hill, 1991 Handbook of Technical Writing, 4th ed.,1993 by Charles T. Brusaw, Gerald J. Alred, and Walter E. Oliu

Course Syllabus Course Aim: Use Prewriting Techniques to overcome the “blank page syndrome”. Write rough draft Provide students with opportunities to improve their English communication skills in the context of their own interests, disciplines and/or future career aspirations  Give students further opportunities to explore how to use English as a tool for inquiry, learning, thinking and communicating within their chosen fields or areas of interest. To be able to speak & Write technical English

7 Course Syllabus Materials Covered: Technology in use Material Technology Components and assemblies Engineering design Breaking point Technical development Procedures and precautions Motion and Control Theory and Practice Pushing the boundaries Technical Reports Lab Reports Ethics.

Course Syllabus Course outcomes: Develop language skills for greater accuracy and precision, Learn how to persuade audience, Deliver presentations and receive constructive feedback, Participate in discussions and debates, Produce clear technical documents, Practice writing, using relevant professional formats, Enhance your confidence in using English in various engineering contexts.

Course Syllabus Grading System: Homework, Quizzes, and Class participation 15 % Presentation & Report 15 % Mid term Exam 20 % (29/3/2016, 8:00-9:30) Final Exam 50 % (25 /5/2016, 11:00-1:00) Pop Quizzes: Will be given in the class Homework Homework assignments are to be returned on time. No excuses will be accepted for any delay. Office Hours Open-door policy, by appointment or as posted.

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