Tribhuvan University

Institute of Science and Technology

2080

Bachelor Level / sixth-semester / Science

Computer Science and Information Technology( CSC368 )

Technical Writing

Full Marks: 80 + 20

Pass Marks: 32 + 8

Time: 3 Hours

Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable.

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Section A

Attempt any three questions.

1

Suppose you are working as an IT expert in the National Bank of Nepal, and working staff need five laptops for daily operation. Your manager asks you to present a proposal with time, cost, and objectives. Write a short proposal comparing the laptops available in the market of at least three renowned companies. Your proposal must include problems, solutions, and findings.

2

As writing is not an overnight endeavor it follows a certain process. Discuss a process for technical writing.

3

You have watched one of your peer’s vlog (video blog) entries on the issue of “Blocked mind as a malfunction of communication”. What have you learned in addition to your ideas you learned from your teacher? How do your experiences in unblocking the mind differ from your peer? Write feedback to your peer’s vlog.

4

What are graphics? How are they used in technical writing?

Section B

Attempt any ten questions.

5

Point out the differences between technical writing and academic writing.

6

What is plagiarism? Why should we remain honest on borrowing other’s ideas?

7

Compose an email to your immediate boss about the arrangements you have made for the upcoming IT fair at your campus premises.

8

What issues should a web designer be concerned about when planning a web page?

9

Construct a resume for the position of IT officer to apply in one of the companies in the US. In the resume present the candidate’s professional ability to contribute to a new employment.

10

Can you be a good friend with someone from another culture as with someone from your own culture? Explain.

11

Write a brief newspaper article on the opening of 25th Branch of Universal IT Solution in Pokhara headquarter.

12

Discuss the advantages of collaborative writing.

13

Make a flow-chart diagram of your dream application.

14

Imagine you are the manager of a company. You need to inform your staff that a  new product is being launched on the occasion of New Year. Prepare a memo so that your staff understand and execute your plan.

15

Write short notes on:

  1. Zoom Presentation
  2. Ethical Dilemma