ESL-421 ESL For Tech Training

English Language Skills for Technical Training | Examine the English language skills, technical vocabulary and communication strategies needed to participate effectively in classroom, laboratory and workplace-based technical training. Focus on understanding and using technical terminology; following spoken and written instructions; reading technical presentations, procedures, manuals, diagrams, forms and on-screen messages; discussing equipment, processes, measurements and system functions; asking and answering questions in technical settings; taking notes and technical messages; and completing structured workplace documents such as checklists, logs, forms and basic reports. Note: Designed for intermediate to advanced English learners who are preparing to enter or succeed in technical training programs. Intended as a general foundation for English learners entering a range of technical training environments, including, but not limited to, information technology, communications, software, electronics, maintenance and other applied technical fields.

Term: Summer 2026

Course Type: Noncredit - 6 CEUs

Section: 302

Ways to take the class: Face-to-face

Days: MTWThF

Time: 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Start Date: 07/29/2026

End Date: 08/25/2026

Location: Off Campus

Room: NGRM Building:
Northrop Grumman

Instructor: D. Byrd (Subject to change)

Class Size: 10