English for Information Systems (Prentice Hall International English Language Teaching) - Softcover

Hick, Stephen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013279795X ISBN 13: 9780132797955

Publisher: Phoenix ELT, 1991

Synopsis

Aimed not only at computer specialists, but also at all computer users, this book teaches the communicative skills needed for the many situations in which computers are used in business. As well as teaching the linguistic needs of computer users, the text also covers vocabulary, grammatical structure and language functions through varied reading and listening input. Topics and skills covered include using a WYSIWYG word processor; using micro-database and accounting packages; describing hardware; describing procedures and functions of batch systems; microfilm archiving; and maintenance of systems. Technical language appears in the natural setting of real business transactions, such as discussing the merits of a system, giving a formal presentation inviting tenders, instructing a new user, and diagnosing problems.

Edition details

• Publisher: Phoenix ELT
• Publication date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 013279795X
• ISBN 13: 9780132797955
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 232