Since most of the students are from rural areas, the institution takes appropriate steps to improve their oral communication and proficiency in English. Each student undergoes training in three phases starting from their first year to third year that enriches their communication skills. The training programs are as follows:
- 1. Technical English Communication (TEC)
- 2. English proficiency and Communication skills (EPCS)
- 3. Business English Certification (BEC)
This program focuses majorly on improving the basic vocabulary that is required for a student to participate actively in the classroom discussions. It helps to:
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY & COMMUNICATION SKILLS (EPCS)
The objective of this program is to introduce the specific uses of English to students and to improve the language proficiency of student's in communicating the meaning verbally,as well as writing. In this programme, all applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the English proficiency required for their individual program.
Students are provided with a platform to enhance their Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking skills. These are measured by standardized and internationally recognized tests, such as Cambridge English Language Assessment which are usually marked on a band score. Preliminary English Test (PET)is one of such Cambridge English Qualifications for which students are provided with an opportunity to attend through this program. It is the English language exam that shows you have mastered the basics.
English level B1 is the third level of English in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), a definition of different language levels written by the Council of Europe. In everyday speech, this level would be called "intermediate", and indeed, that is the official level descriptor in the CEFR.
OUTCOMES OF TEC AND EPCS TRAINING:The student will be able to:
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CAN understand the general meaning of non-routine letters within own work area. |
CAN follow a simple presentation/demonstration. |
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CAN understand most short reports of a predictable nature. |
CAN deal with predictable requests from a visitor. |
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CAN make notes on routine matters, such as taking/placing orders. |
CAN offer advice to clients within own job area on simple matters. |
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CAN write straightforward, routine letters of a factual nature. |
CAN state routine requirements (e.g. asking for typing to be done). |
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE TRAINING
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
TRAINERS
The Division of English has well equipped in-house training faculty to train the students. The mock speaking practice will be provided by qualified speaking examiners under VFSTR. Additionally, the students also get interaction with the external resource persons.
Dr.Vijayababu Palukuri
Associate Professor
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Prof. Sharada Allamneni
Head, Division of Humanities
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To hone students' communicative abilities in English and to improve their proficiency beyond the basics, Business English Certification (BEC) Training is offered for II and III year students.
ABOUT BEC TRAININGBEC training aims to improve professional communication skills require at work place and to help students to get certified in BEC examination conducted by Cambridge English Language Assessment.
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE TRAININGBENEFITS FOR STUDENTS
RESOURCE PERSONS
Both in-house training faculty and qualified examiners train eligible students. The mock speaking practice will be provided by qualified speaking examiners who registered under the University's PET & BEC examinations Centre Number IN269.
COORDINATOR Mr. A. Suresh BabuAssistant Professor, Training Cell
Contact Number +918985617741
