1. Unit 1: Technology in use
Dr. Hatem Elaydi
Engineering Technical English
Islamic University of Gaza
Feb. 3, 2016

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Exercise 2
Homework: Listen to the conversation then do 2a & 2b. (For reading, go to page 6 – 8 section 1.1)
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Activity 2
How do we pronounce these words: to use, use, useful, user, usage.
Useful vocabulary:
Write sentences that utilizes the following words: use, use for ...ing, use to (application), user, useful for, enable to, allow to, prevent from, ensure that
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Exercise 3
Complete exercise 3.
Surveying: recording the precise positions of natural features and structures, often in order to draw up maps or plans (a survey/a surveyor),
Geological: related to the ground/rocks/soil (geology, a geologist),
Civil engineering: the design and construction of large structures such as bridges, dams and skyscrapers, and infrastructure projects such as roads, railways and airports,
Avionics: electronic systems in aviation i.e. in planes and helicopters,
Maritime: related to the sea/shipping.
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Complete the following extracts from the conversation by underlining the correct words.
there's a setting on the GPS that allows/prevents it to detect the movement...
an alarm sounds to warn you, and allows/prevents the boat from drifting unnoticed.
and enables/ensures that you don't lose track of where you were, which then enables/ensures you to turn round and come back to the same point ...
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Match the words in Exercise 4a to the synonyms.
……: makes sure
……..: permits
………: stops
Complete the following extract from the user's manual of a GPS device using the verbs in Exercise 4a. Sometimes, more than one answer is possible.
The core function of your GPS receiver is to (1) ……… you to locate your precise geographical position. To (2) ………. the device to function, it receives at least three signals simultaneously from the GPS constellation dedicated satellites which (3) …………. receivers can function anywhere on earth. To (4) ………… extremely precise positioning and (5) …………. errors from occurring due to external factors, this device is designed to receive four separate signals (see enhanced system accuracy on page 18).
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Exercise 5
In groups, explain the main functions and applications of a product made by your company or a product you know about.
Student A, you are an engineering manager; Student B, you are a new employee. Use the language from this section and the phrases in the box. Swap roles and practice again.
I see. So … 0K. In other words ….. So you mean ...
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9. Explaining how technology works
6 a Students discuss the questions in groups.
Before you begin … Look at the meaning of the following terms.
space ship vs. space station payload = meaning load, usually used in the context of space
environmentally unfriendly = opposite of environmentally friendly
orbital space = the height above which objects orbit the Earth, rather than falling rapidly back to earth
geostationary orbit = orbiting at the same speed as the Earth spins in order to remain above the same point, above the equator, on the Earth’s surface
remote control = controlled from a distance

10. Exercise 6 Read the article and answer Exercise 6a.
Match the verbs and definitions by referring back to the article in Exercise 6b to see how the words are used in context.

11. Exercise 7 Listen and check your answers to Exercise 7a.
Complete the task in groups.
Answer 7b and 7c.
Answer 8a,b,c