Integrated system of learning resources for technical communication: A report on a student survey

Communication skills are widely recognized as critical to engineers´ professional success. However, many engineering programs face logistical realities that hamper their ability to help students become effective technical communicators. This work-in-progress paper reports on a pilot study that examines how engineering students utilize the integrated system of learning resources that surround them. Preliminary findings from a student survey in an Environmental Engineering course are reported. The results suggest a need for further studies on the emotional-motivational dimension of engineering students with regard to their communication skills.