Technical English 2 /
David Bonamy.
- Harlow, Essex : Pearson Longman, 2008.
- 127 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
- Technical English .
Includes a Grammar summary, Reference section, extra material, speed search and audio script at the end of the student book.
"Technical English is a two-level course for students in technical or vocational education, and for company employees in training at work. It covers the core language and skills that students need to communicate successfully in all technical and industrial specialisations. Level 2 is for students who have completed Level 1, or have an elementary knowledge of general English, and now require a pre-intermediate course in English for specific purposes. (CEF level A2). FEATURES: Technical concepts are clearly presented using motivating texts and clear illustrations Topics reflect the latest developments in technology and are relevant to students' needs The course uses core language common to a range of specialisations Grammar is regularly practised and there is a comprehensive grammar summary section." (Book Cover) CONTENTS: Unit 1 Action 1.1 Teamwork 1.2 Training 1.3 Method Unit 2 Work
2.1 Routines 2.2 Plans 2.3 New job Review Unit A Unit 3 Comparison 3.1 Limits 3.2 Products 3.3 Equipment Unit 4 Processes 4.1 Infrastructure 4.2 Manufacturing 4.3 Communications Review Unit B Unit 5 Descriptions 5.1 Uses 5.2 Appearance 5.3 Definitions Unit 6 Procedures 6.1 Safety 6.2 Emergency 6.3 Directions Review Unit C Unit 7 Services 7.1 Technical support 7.2 Reporting to clients 7.3 Dealing with complaints Unit 8 Energy 8.1 Wave power 8.2 Engines 8.3 Cooling and heating Unit 9 Measurement 9.1 Sports data 9.2 Sensors 9.3 Positioning Unit 10 Forces 10.1 Properties 10.2 Resistance 10.3 Results Review Unit E Unit 11 Design 11.1 Working robots 11.2 Eco-friendly planes 11.3 Free-flying sails Unit 12 Innovation 12.1 Zero emission 12.2 Technological change 12.3 Vehicle safety Review Unit F Grammar summary Reference section Extra material Speech search Audio script
Level 2 is designed for students who require a pre-intermediate course in Technical English (CEF level A2 - B1)
9781405845540 (Student Book)
English language--Technical English. English language--Technical English--Problems, exercises, etc. English language--Textbooks for foreign speakers. English language--Sound recordings for foreign speakers. English language--Study and teaching--Foreign speakers. Technology--Terminology.