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An informative and useful guide for undergraduate students of engineering, who need to enhance their technical communication skills to implement at their place of work or simply in their day-to-day lives, this edition of Technical Communication: Principles And Practice (With DVD) was first published in 2012. Summary Of The Book Technical Communication: Principles And Practice (With DVD) is an effective reference book that focuses on the importance of professional and the correct usage of English. This can be used as a practical resource book that highlights all the important and varied aspects of technical communication. The information in this book adheres to the syllabi of various institutes that teach technical English and professional communication courses. With a practical and functional outlook, the book focuses on the fundamentals of technical communication, both written and oral. Technical Communication: Principles And Practice (With DVD) is accompanied by a DVD that serves as a companion study guide. While the textbook provides information and practise exercises, the DVD ensures correct pronunciations and flow of words. It contains modules on listening and speaking, group discussion and interview videos, PowerPoint presentations and text supplements. Several technical examples and guidelines are provided that can aid in effective communication in laboratory sessions. The theory matter is broadly segregated into five parts, namely the Principles of Communications, Listening and Speaking, Reading and Writing, Modern Communication Media and Vocabulary and Grammar. In this revised edition of Technical Communication: Principles And Practice (With DVD), the tips and techniques have been modified accordingly, to provide up-to-date information. Additionally, it contains ten new chapters on various topics such as phonetics and vocabulary. Popularly considered to be a training manual for corporates, it is equally beneficial for students. About The Authors Dr. Meenakshi Raman is an Indian author who has authored books about communication skills and their enhancement. She has written books like Professional Communication for UPTU, Business Communication, and Communication Skills. Dr. Raman has several years of teaching experience, and is currently heading the Humanities and Management Group at BITS Pilani-Goa Campus. She is also associated with the Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani administration, where she serves in several capacities, such as the Chief of Publications and Media Relations, the Resident Warden of the Girls' Hostel and the Professor-in-charge of Languages and Humanistic Studies Association. Dr. Sangeeta Sharma is an Indian author and Associate Professor at BITS Pilani. She has authored books like Medical Laboratories Management, Honour Status and Polity, and Rajputana. Currently employed at BITS Pilani as the Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities and Languages, she also serves as the UGC Centre for Women's Studies’ Coordinator. She is adept in the fields of technical communication, advertising, creative thinking, and linguistics, and is also a licensed trainer for an internationally recognized women's development program called the Springboard Development Program (UK).