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EXERCISE 10: Importance of Technical English

Objectives

At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• facilitates effective communication
• understand the manuals and instructions
• ensures safety,
• enhances employability,
• promotes standardization, and fosters professional development.

Procedure

Technical English is of utmost importance for fitter instructors for several reasons:

1 Effective Communication: Fitter instructors need to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to
their students. Technical English enables them to convey complex concepts, instructions, and safety procedures
accurately, ensuring that students understand and follow them correctly.

2 Understanding Manuals and Instructions: Fitters often work with machinery and equipment that come with
technical manuals and instructions written in English. Proficiency in technical English allows instructors to
understand these documents thoroughly and pass on this knowledge to their students.
3 Safety: In industrial settings, safety is paramount. Fitter instructors need to effectively communicate safety
protocols, hazards, and precautions to their students. Technical English skills are essential for accurately
conveying this critical information to ensure the safety of students and workers.
4 Enhancing Employability: Many technical fields, including fitting, require employees to have a certain level
of proficiency in English. By imparting technical English skills to students, fitter instructors enhance their
employability prospects in industries where English is the primary language of communication.
5 Accessing Resources: Technical English proficiency enables fitter instructors to access a wide range of
technical resources such as research papers, articles, and online tutorials. This allows them to stay updated
with the latest advancements in their field and incorporate relevant information into their teaching.

6 Globalization: In today’s globalized world, many industries operate on an international scale, and English
is often the common language used for communication. Fitter instructors with strong technical English skills
are better equipped to collaborate with professionals from different parts of the world and access global job
opportunities.
7 Standardization: Technical English provides a standardized terminology for describing technical concepts and
components. This standardization ensures consistency in communication within the field of fitting, reducing the
chances of misunderstandings and errors.

8 Professional Development: Proficiency in technical English opens up avenues for fitter instructors to engage
in professional development activities such as attending workshops, conferences, and seminars conducted in
English. This exposure allows them to broaden their knowledge base and exchange ideas with professionals
from diverse backgrounds.

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