B.TechSemester 42024-25Technical CommunicationBAS401

Technical Communication (BAS401) - AKTU Question Paper 2024-25

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This is the official AKTU Technical Communication Previous Year Question Paper for B.Tech Semester 4, academic session 2024-25. Published by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU/UPTU), Lucknow. Free PDF download — no login required.

Course:B.Tech

Semester:Semester 4

Session:2024-25

University:AKTU / UPTU

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Technical Communication (BAS401) — complete question paper · 70 marks · 3 Hours

Section AAttempt all questions in brief. 02 x 7 = 14

a
What is the main purpose of communication?
b
What role does communication play in the workplace?
c
What are the main types of communication?
d
Name the four types of communication flow
e
What are barriers to effective communication?
f
What are the 7 C’s of effective communication?
g
How are code and content related in communication?

Section BAttempt any three of the following: 07 x 3 = 21

a
What is the difference between a CV and a résumé? Which one is better and why?
b
Briefly answer the following: i. Vowel Sounds ii. Consonant Sounds iii. Rising tone iv. Falling Tone
c
What is a Statement of Purpose (SOP)? What should be included in an SOP?
d
Explain the process of writing a conference paper. Discuss the structure, style and content required for effective presentation on stage
e
What is an expert technical lecture? How can audio-visual ai ds be helpful in the delivery of the same?

Section CAttempt any one part of the following: 07 x 1 = 07

a
What is project report writi ng and what are the main parts that should be included to make it clear for the reader?
b
What is the best way to pitch an idea?" support your argumen t with an example
a
Why are passion, poise, and the use of illustrations importa nt while speaking?
b
What is leadership communica tion? Why should a leader be soc ially competent be a good leader?
a
What is emotional intelligence and why is it important in pr ofessional life?
b
What are the main types of thinking skills?
a
What are the possible harmful effects of content creation on social media? Discuss its impact on a person’s mental health, privacy and social life?
b
How does Swami Vivekananda def ine personality? Explain
a
Write short notes on the following i. Webinars, ii. Podcasts, iii. Blogs
b
What are the different types of personality, and how do they affect the way people think, feel, and behave in daily life and communication?

Question text is extracted from the official AKTU question paper PDF above. Hindi translations are omitted — every question is printed in English in the original paper. Last verified: 2026-08-23.

Repeated Questions — BAS401

Questions that appeared in more than one session, found by comparing 3 years of Technical Communication papers (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26)

What is the main purpose of communication?