Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination

GTU 3130004 Effective Technical Communication (ETC) Summer 2026 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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12 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 3 of 7 papers
Explain the importance of interpersonal communication in an organization.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q1b, Summer 2024 Q1b

(b)
4 marks
Write a short note from any one of the following.
1Proxemics
2Para linguistics
(c)
7 marksAsked in 7 of 7 papers

Define communication. Explain the process of communication comprehensively, detailing each key component, and illustrate the process using a neat, labelled diagram.

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

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Write a short note on 'agenda of meeting'.
(b)
4 marks

The Civil Engineering Team held a short project meeting on site at 2:00 PM today to discuss an unexpected delay due to heavy rainfall. Write the Minutes of the Meeting (MoM) for this session, including the attendees, the main decision, and the action item with its responsible person.

(c)
7 marks

You incorrectly billed a client for 40 hours of engineering consulting instead of 25 hours. Write an Apology Letter that corrects the error and offers a 10% discount on the revised invoice. (invent necessary information)

(c)
7 marks

You have ordered 50 new computers for your institute. The order is getting delayed by the company. Draft a complain letter asking for reasons of delay. (invent necessary information)

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Briefly explain the primary purpose of a Group Discussion.
(b)
4 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Explain the qualities of a good negotiator.

Also asked in Winter 2024 Q5c OR

(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

You are applying for a job as an Assistant Engineer of your respective engineering field. Prepare a resume for it.

Also asked in Winter 2025 Q2c, Winter 2023 Q1c

(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
What are the key factors in accepting and sharing the responsibilities?

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q4c OR

(b)
4 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers

You friend is going to face a job interview for the post of Assistant Engineer. Explain to him/her Do's and Dont's of interview.

Also asked in Winter 2024 Q5b, Winter 2023 Q3b, Summer 2023 Q3a

(c)
7 marks

Explain the key strategies a speaker should use to make a technical presentation audience-centric and highly effective.

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers
Enlist the etiquettes for small talk.

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q4c

(b)
4 marks
Prepare the checklist to speak confidently in public
(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 7 papers

Discuss in detail key manners and etiquettes that a professional should follow when on a business trip to meet clients or partners.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q5c

(a)
3 marks
Analyse the qualities of a responsible professional.
(b)
4 marks

Explain the two opposing ideas on whether ethical behavior is an inherent trait or if it is something that can be learned and developed by professionals.

(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

How do Critical and Creative Thinking plays a vital role in communication? Explain in detail with example.

Also asked in Winter 2023 Q3c, Summer 2023 Q3b OR

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers
How would you respect the privacy of others?

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q3b, Winter 2023 Q4a OR, Summer 2023 Q4b

(b)
4 marks
Write a short note on any one of the following.
1Change
2Grow
(c)
7 marks
Discuss advantages of 'Time Management' in detail.
(a)
3 marksAsked in 4 of 7 papers
Discuss the strategies to say 'NO' in brief.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q4b, Winter 2023 Q5b, Summer 2023 Q5c

(b)
4 marks
Write a short note on any one of the following.
1Prioritize
2Read
(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 7 papers

Telephone communication remains critical for professional success. Analyze and explain four essential telephone etiquettes that an engineer must follow when dealing with a client's urgent technical query.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q4a, Winter 2024 Q4a OR

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Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for Effective Technical Communication (ETC) (Summer 2026, 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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