Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2023 examination

GTU 3130004 Effective Technical Communication (ETC) Summer 2023 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Computer Engineering · Semester 3 · Subject code 3130004
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Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
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20 of 25 questions on this paper were also asked in other years. Each is marked below with the years it appeared.See all 41 repeated 3130004 questions, most asked first

Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Compare different types of spaces described by Edward Hall in Proxemics.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q1a

(b)
4 marks

Classify Paralanguage elements and elaborate their importance in nonverbal communication.

(c)
7 marksAsked in 7 of 7 papers

Define Communication and explain its process in detail with appropriate diagram.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1c, Winter 2025 Q2c OR, Summer 2025 Q3c, Winter 2024 Q2c OR, Summer 2024 Q1c, Winter 2023 Q1a

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

Develop a brief technical description of any one from the following: 1. Calculator 2. Smart Phone 3. T. V. Remote Control

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q4b OR, Summer 2025 Q3c OR, Summer 2024 Q2b

(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

Differentiate between agenda and minutes of the meeting and explain its importance.

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q5c OR

(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

Prepare a job application along with a detailed resume for the post of a trainee engineer.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q2c OR, Summer 2024 Q2c OR

(c)
7 marks

As Purchase manager at Ace Engineering Company, Ahmedabad, you have ordered some raw material from Ajay Industries. You found the goods less in number and of inferior quality. Write a complaint letter to the company.

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers
Enlist some tips for cracking interviews successfully.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q3b OR, Winter 2024 Q5b, Winter 2023 Q3b

(b)
4 marks

Assuming you are going to deliver a presentation, examine importance of non verbal communication for delivering presentations:

(c)
7 marks

You and your team have successfully completed a project assigned by your company. Write a letter of appreciation to your team members by highlighting their contribution to the project.

(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Plan some strategies for the process of negotiation and note it down in brief.

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q3a

(b)
4 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

Evaluate the importance of creative and critical thinking in the process of communication.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q4c OR, Winter 2023 Q3c

(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

Enlist some important tips to your friend for successful participation in Group Discussion.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q2a, Winter 2023 Q3b OR

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Elaborate some important points on etiquettes of placing a call.

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q2a

(b)
4 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers
Explain the term ‘Respecting Privacy’.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q5a, Summer 2025 Q3b, Winter 2023 Q4a OR

(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers
Discuss why the study of Ethics is important for a person and an organization.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q4c, Summer 2024 Q4a

(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

What is intercultural communication? Justify its importance for working in today’s organization?

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q2b

(b)
4 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers
Explain various strategies for delivering an effective presentation.

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q1c, Winter 2023 Q2c OR

(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Describe the techniques of Effective Time management.

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q4b OR

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers
Develop a brief note on the process of resolving ethical dilemma:

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q3a, Summer 2025 Q3a OR, Summer 2024 Q4c OR

(b)
4 marks
List and discuss general qualities of effective public speaking.
(c)
7 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

Learning to say ‘No’ is important but learning ‘how’ to say No is even more important- Explain.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q5a OR, Summer 2025 Q4b, Winter 2023 Q5b

(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Assess the importance of feedback in communication process?

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q5a

(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Explain the terms: 1. Persist 2. Prioritize

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q5a OR

(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Write a detailed note on the scope of Engineering Ethics.

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q1b

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Effective Technical Communication (ETC) (Summer 2023, B.E. · Computer Engineering, Sem 3). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.

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