B.E. (Biomedical Engineering) Professional Communication and Ethics Abbreviated As PCE II Syllabus - Mumbai University
This is the Third Year Biomedical Rev 2019 C Scheme syllabus under REV-2019 'C' Scheme, in force from the academic year 2021-22. The University has not yet published an NEP 2020 syllabus above Semester IV for this branch, and this is the scheme its examinations are set on.
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Syllabus for Professional Communication & Ethics (abbreviated as PCE - II)
Module 1: ADVANCED TECHNICAL WRITING :PROJECT/PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL)
- 1.1 Purpose and Classification of Reports: Classification on the basis of:
- Subject Matter (Technology, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, etc.)
- Time Interval (Periodic, One-time, Special)
- Function (Informational, Analytical, etc.)
- Physical Factors (Memorandum, Letter, Short & Long)
- 1.2 Parts of a Long Formal Report:
- Prefatory Parts (Front Matter)
- Report Proper (Main Body)
- Appended Parts (Back Matter)
- 1.3 Language and Style of Reports
- Tense, Person & Voice of Reports
- Numbering Style of Chapters, Sections, Figures, Tables and Equations
- Referencing Styles in APA & MLA Format
- Proofreading through Plagiarism Checkers
- 1.4 Definition, Purpose & Types of Proposals
- Solicited (in conformance with RFP) & Unsolicited Proposals
- Types (Short and Long proposals)
- 1.5 Parts of a Proposal
- Elements
- Scope and Limitations
- Conclusion
- 1.6 Technical Paper Writing
- Parts of a Technical Paper (Abstract, Introduction, Research Methods, Findings and Analysis, Discussion, Limitations, Future Scope and University of Mumbai, Biomedical Engineering, Rev 2021-22 References)
- Language and Formatting
- Referencing in IEEE Format
Module 2: EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
- 2.1 Cover Letter & Resume
- Parts and Content of a Cover Letter
- Difference between Bio-data, Resume & CV
- Essential Parts of a Resume
- Types of Resume (Chronological, Functional & Combination)
- 2.2 Statement of Purpose
- Importance of SOP
- Tips for Writing an Effective SOP
- 2.3 Verbal Aptitude Test
- Modelled on CAT, GRE, GMAT exams
- 2.4 Group Discussions
- Purpose of a GD
- Parameters of Evaluating a GD
- Types of GDs (Normal, Case-based & Role Plays)
- GD Etiquettes
- 2.5 Personal Interviews
- Planning and Preparation
- Types of Questions
- Types of Interviews (Structured, Stress, Behavioural, Problem Solving & Case-based)
- Modes of Interviews: Face-to-face (One-to one and Panel) Telephonic, Virtual
Module 3: BUSINESS MEETINGS
- a. Conducting Business Meetings
- Types of Meetings
- Roles and Responsibilities of Chairperson, Secretary and Members
- Meeting Etiquette
- 3.2 Documentation
- Notice
- Agenda
- Minutes
Module 4: TECHNICAL/ BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS
- a. Effective Presentation Strategies
- Defining Purpose
- Analysing Audience, Location and Event
- Gathering, Selecting &Arranging Material
- Structuring a Presentation
- Making Effective Slides
- Types of Presentations Aids
- Closing a Presentation
- Platform skills
- B Group Presentations
- Sharing Responsibility in a Team
- Building the contents and visuals together
- Transition Phases
Module 5: INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- a. Interpersonal Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Leadership & Motivation
- Conflict Management & Negotiation
- Time Management
- Assertiveness
- Decision Making
- 5.2 Start-up Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Risk Assessment
- Data Analysis (e.g. Consumer Behaviour, Market Trends, etc.)
Module 6: CORPORATE ETHICS
- 6.1 Intellectual Property Rights
- Copyrights
- Trademarks
- Patents
- Industrial Designs
- Geographical Indications
- Integrated Circuits
- Trade Secrets (Undisclosed Information)
- 6.2 Case Studies
- Cases related to Business/ Corporate Ethics
Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.E. (Biomedical Engineering) under REV-2019 'C' Scheme, in force from the academic year 2021-22. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.
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