Bachelor of Technology Computer Science Engineering
Subject: English
HSMC 101
Subject Outline
Semester: 2nd
Year: 1st
Faculty: Dr. GUNJAN KATHURIA
Session: Jan-July (2025)
ENGLISH
HSMC 101
Introduction
The subject aims to cultivate a well-rounded skill set in communication, critical thinking, cultural
awareness all of which are crucial for navigating today’s diverse and dynamic world. The course
not only fosters a strong command of the English language but also nurtures creativity, analytical
skills, and intellectual curiosity. This academic pathway prepares individuals to communicate
effectively, think critically, and engage with global cultures—traits that are invaluable in both
professional and personal development.
Course Objectives:
1. To enhance analytical thinking abilities, which can be applied in various sectors
2. To hone skills in creative writing and other forms of artistic expression
3. To help students articulate content for clear and persuasive communication.
4. To develop strong written and oral communication skills.
Syllabus
Unit 1: VOCABULARY BUILDING
The concept of Word Formation
Root words from foreign languages and their use in English
Acquaintance with prefixes and suffixes from foreign languages in English to for derivatives.
Synonyms, antonyms, and standard abbreviations.
Unit II: BASIC WRITING SKILLS
Sentence Structures
Use of phrases and clauses in sentences
Importance of proper punctuation
Creating coherence
Organizing principles of paragraphs in documents
Techniques for writing precisely
Unit III: IDENTIFYING COMMON ERRORS IN WRITING
Subject-verb agreement
Noun-pronoun agreement
Misplaced modifiers
Articles
Prepositions
Redundancies
Clichés
Unit IV: NATURE AND STYLE OF SENSIBLE WRITING
Describing
Defining Classifying
Providing examples or evidence
5. WRITING INTRODUCTION AND CONCLUSION
6. WRITING PRACTICES
Comprehension
Précis Writing, Essay Writing
Faculty: Dr. Gunjan Kathuria
Course Outcomes:
After the completion of the course, the students will be able to:
CO1: Students will develop advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English,
enabling them to effectively communicate
CO2: Students will cultivate creative writing skills.
CO3: Students will be able to inculcate creative and aesthetic sensitivity and critical faculty
through comprehension, appreciation and analysis of the prescribed literary texts.
CO4: Familiarize with essentials of grammar of English language.
Lectures
You are expected to attend 3 (50 min) lectures each week.
The lectures will present a range of concepts, knowledge and ideas about the topic for that week.
The topics covered in the lectures will be assessed in the sessionals and your semester exams. It
will also help you strengthen your fundamentals.
Suggested Readings
Practical English Usage. Michael Swan OUP. 1995.
On Writing Well. William Zinsser. Harper Resource Book. 2001
Communication Skills. Sanjay Kumar and Pushplata. Oxford University Press. 2011
Remedial English Grammar. F.T. Wood.acmillan. 2007
Exercises in Spoken English. Parts. I-III. CIEFL, Hyderabad. Oxford University Press.
Kindly note:
According to the JCBOSE YMCA UNIVERSITY guidelines you must attend at least
75% of classes in order to pass this unit of study.
Theory Assessment
Your assessment has two major components designed to fit in with the learning objectives of this
unit of study. Whether you are delivering an oral presentation, answering an exam question or
writing the exam, you must argue and use evidence:
Components Assessment task Value of final mark
External Final Exam 75
Sessionals 15
Internal
Assignments 10
You must complete each of the above components to pass the subject and fulfil the attendance
requirements. That means, to pass, you must attend and participate in 75% of the lectures. Failure
to complete one of the above components means you will fail the subject.
Semester Exam (Assessment weightage, 75 marks)
The Semester Exam is of 50 marks which includes 7 questions in total. There will be 2 sections in
the question paper. 1st question is compulsory and 2nd Section consists of 6 questions in which
you must attempt any four questions.
Reach Out for Assistance
Regarding guidance in your study, you can approach the concerned faculty in the ASH
Department, Ground Floor.
ENGLISH LAB (HSMC-102)
Listening Comprehension
Pronunciation, Intonation, Stress and Rhythm
Common Everyday Situations: Conversation and Dialogues
Communication at Workplace
Interviews
Formal Presentations
Language Lab:
You are expected to attend one (2 Hours) lab each week. Certain practices as per the university
syllabus will be conducted. You have to prepare your work accordingly.
