EN25C03 English Communication Skills Laboratory – I – Semester III – CSE / IT / AI&DS / CSBS / CCE / CSE(DS) / CSE(IoT) / CSE(Cyber) / CSE(AI&ML) / CSD – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: EN25C03 – English Communication Skills Laboratory – I

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: III (Third Semester)

Branch: B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) / B.Tech. Information Technology (IT) / B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DS) / B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems (CSBS) / B.E. Computer and Communication Engineering (CCE) / B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) (CSE(DS)) / B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Internet of Things) (CSE(IoT)) / B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) (CSE(Cyber)) / B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (CSE(AI&ML)) / B.E. Computer Science and Design (CSD)

Credits / L-T-P: 1 Credits | L-T-P: 0-0-2

Course Objectives

• Foster students' confidence and fluency in professional and social communication.
• Bridge the gap between academic English and industry expectations.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Elements of Effective Speaking and Listening

Sharing life experience / turning point in their life – SATORI; Situational Conversation – e.g. Talking to a Senior about Internship Tips; Welcoming a Guest Speaker at a Seminar; Pictography to represent data using images or symbols; B2-C1 Listening exercises include lectures, interviews, and discussions.

Unit II – Mastering Presentations

Presentation Skills – Non-verbal communication; Mini-Presentations: Topics like "My Dream Project," "Engineering in 2050," 3-minute technical pitches with logical flow; Technical Presentations with PPT.

Unit III – Group Discussion Strategies

Introduction to Group Discussions – Key skills for effective participation; Phases in a GD and Conversational Phrases in GD; Group Discussions – Abstract and Factual topics.

Unit IV – Resume & LinkedIn Optimization

Building LinkedIn Profile – Drafting headlines and summaries; Social Media Optimisation; Preparing Video Resume.

Unit V – Podcast-Based Language Learning

Listening to podcast (motivational, career oriented, success stories); Podcast Preparation – Purpose – Topic – Structure – Recording Tips – Publication of the Podcast.

Unit VI – Mock Interviews and Communication Strategies

Listening – Job interview; Speaking – Mock interviews.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Communicate effectively in everyday professional situations with confidence.
• CO2: Deliver well-organised and effective presentations.
• CO3: Participate in group discussions and express ideas clearly and confidently.
• CO4: Create professional video resumes and participate in interviews effectively.
• CO5: Create, record and publish motivational podcasts.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Assessment 60% | End Semester Examinations 40%
• Internal Assessment: Listening (20 marks), Video Resume (20 marks), Creating a Podcast (30 marks), Mock interview (30 marks)
• End Semester Assessment: Presentation with PPT (50 marks), Group Discussion (50 marks)

Source: Official Anna University – B.E. Computer Science and Engineering R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: September 2026

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