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Qualification Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
Unit number and title M/600/0251 Unit 2: Communication for Engineering Technicians
Learning aim(s) (For
NQF only)
Assignment title Assignment 2: Writing, Talking and Listening
Assessor name
Learner name
Issue date
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Your supervisor has asked you to arrange a meeting to outline the
technical specification and three possible different options for an
engineering project that is due to be undertaken in the future.
Vocational Scenario or
Context
The information should be discussed verbally in a group setting with
peers and in writing to show more detail. Notes or minutes should be
taken from meeting comments, all technical information should be proof
read and notes also taken on peer body language whilst speaking.

1a - Produce a written project specification describing the technical
scope and parameters of an engineering project with an explanation for
each heading
(This task will cross reference to BTEC Unit 3 P2 – Engineering Project)

1b -Evaluate and explain how this specification could be written in a
different way to further improve the technical information.
Task 1
The learner should also show evidence of;
 Proof reading and correcting English grammar.
 Taking notes from peer presentations or conversations
 Taking notes whilst observing body language.

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This task will provide evidence for P4 and M1)
Checklist of evidence
required
Criteria covered by this task:
Unit/Criteria
To achieve the criteria you must show that you are able to:
reference
P4 communicate information effectively in written work
M1 Evaluate and identify ways of improving written work




Task 2
Discuss and present 3 potential project ideas with colleagues, with feedback notes
recorded as to the outcome. Feedback should include, confidence, technical
knowledge, audience engagement, interest and outcome
The learner will be able to;




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,  Deliver a brief verbal presentation to a small audience.
 Justify the choice of the communication method used and discuss
reasons for not using possible alternatives.

(This task will cross reference to BTEC Unit 3 P4,P9 – Engineering Project)



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. This task will provide evidence for P5, D1).

Checklist of
evidence required
Criteria covered by this task:
Unit/Criteria
To achieve the criteria you must show that you are able to:
reference
P5 communicate information effectively using verbal methods
Justify their choice of a specific communication method and the reasons for not using a
D1
possible alternative.


Sources of information Indicative reading for learners
to support you with Textbooks
this Assignment Boyce A, Cooke E, Jones R and Weatherill B – BTEC Level 3 National Engineering Student Book
(Pearson, 2010) ISBN 9781846907241
Boyce A, Cooke E, Jones R and Weatherill B – BTEC Level 3 National Engineering Teaching
Resource Pack
(Pearson, 2010) ISBN 9781846907265
Tooley M and Dingle L – BTEC National Engineering, First Edition (Newnes, 2007) ISBN
9780750685

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAP36I2Xkq8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMMakkhrsjc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZ_fmQyoXY0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZ_fmQyoXY0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3zM23Hd7lo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzXCjoncAGw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZZ7k8cMA-4

http://worldofsu.com/philipsu/2008/07/effective-communication-for-engineers/
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_different_types_of_communication_are_there
http://www.tutorialspoint.com/management_concepts/communication_methods.htm




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