Leng 102 Freshman English mid 2 Exam Scores

 

LENG 102 FRESHMAN ENGLISH MID 2 EXAM SCORES

 

    

LENG 102 FRESHMAN ENGLISH MID 2 SCORES (EVENING CLASS)

 

Cambridge English for Engineering Key Words (Unit 8 ,9)

 

 Cambridge English for Engineering Unit 8 key words

pp. 62-63

automated (adj) = without human control.

manual (adj) = with human control.

measurement/reading (n) = data.

parameter (n) = quantity that can be estimated by calculations from sample data.

pick up (v) = 9. receive; sense; detect.

convector (n) = a space heater that transfers heat to the surrounding air by convection.

convection (n) = the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) which is caused by molecular motion.

practicality (n) = concerned with actual use rather than theoretical possibilities.

assumption (n) = supposition; guess; hypothesis.

pp. 64-65

measure (v) = Express as a number or quantity

measurable (adj) = capable of being expressed as a number or quantity

exothermic (adj) = heat-releasing

exert (v) = put to use

vessel (n) = 3. an object which is used as a container especially for liquids

value (n) = a numerical quantity which is measured

build up (n) = the result of the process of accumulation

accumulation (n) = an increase by growth or addition

peak (n) = the highest point

differential (n) = 1. the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of on quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx

pinpoint (v) = locate exactly

obtain (v) = gain; get

Cambridge English for Engineering Unit 8 key words part 2

pp. 66-67

demand (v) = need; require

demand(n) = need; requirement

decrease (v/n) = fall

increase (v/n) = rise

peak (n) = 5. the maximum point, degree, or volume of anything.

off-peak (adj) = of, relating to, or during a period of less than maximum frequency, demand, intensity, or use.

exploit (v) = to make productive use of; to turn to practical use of; utilize.

momentary (adj) = very brief

AC (n) = Alternating Current

pp. 68-89

comprehensive (adj) = extensive; including all or everything.

review (v/n) = assess / assessment

utilise (v) = put into service; use

competence (n) = the quality of being competent; adequacy; possession of/having required skill, knowledge, qualification or capacity.

competent (adj) = having suitable or sufficient skill; knowledge, experience, etc.

optimise (v) = to make as effective, perfect, or useful as possible; get the most out of (sb/sth); use best.

sum (n) = total

exploitation (n) = use or utilization (especially for profit).

nowhere near (adv) = far from

estimate (n) = approximation

estimate (v) = guess

UNIT 9 Vocabulary pp. 70-71

rolling (adj) = moving by revolving or turning over and over.

highlight (v) = make visible.

stationary (adj) = standing still; not moving.

collaborate(v) = cooperate; work together

enclosed (adj) = covered; closed in on all sides.

reliability (n) = the quality of being dependable or reliable.

reliable (adj) = dependable; trustable; true; consistent in performance or effectiveness.

trial (n) = the act of testing sth to see if it is effective or how it works.

Some key words from Unit 9 pp 74-75

hence (adv) = so; thus; consequently; therefore.

numerous (adj) = many.

Cape Canaveral = Kennedy Space Center, Florida, the USA. Many space shuttles are launched here.

launch (v) = 1. propel with force 2. set in motion 3. send forth, catapult or release, as a self-propelled vehicle or weapon.

bear in mind (v) = remember; keep in mind.

tumble (v) = to roll over and over, to and fro, or end over end.

beaker (n) = 1. a large drinking cup or glass with a wide mouth 2. a flat-bottomed jar which is made of glass or plastic, especially one used in laboratory.

inertia (n) = 1. inactiveness 2. (physics) the property of matter by which it retains its state of rest or its velocity along a straight line so long as it is not acted upon by an external force.

ballast (n) = any heavy material which is used to stabilize sth.

coincidence (n) = an accidental event; a striking occurrence of two or more events at one time by chance.

seal (n) = a tight and perfect closure (as against the escape of water org as).

DIY = Do It Yourself

launchpad (n) = a platform from which rockets or space crafts are launched.

deem (v) = hold

LENG102 FRESHMAN ENGLISH MIDTERM SCORES (URBAN and REGIONAL PLANING)

 

   

LENG 102 FRESHMAN ENGLISH MIDTERM 1 EXAM SCORES

 

 

Book:Cambridge English for Engineering

Unit 7:Key words.

Asphyxiation……..death due to lack of oxygen.

Guard rail…………….safety rail designed to prevent people falling from high places.

Hazard…………………..danger

Fumes……………………strong,unpleasant and sometimes dangerous gas or smoke.

LV……….low voltage

HV……….high voltage

Switchboard……………control panel containing several switches for all industrial circuits of an electrical installation.

Switchgear………..collective term for switching equipmemt.

Arc……….electrical current travelling a short distance through air flow between two conductors.

Wand…….stick

Discernible………..noticeable

Sump………hollow or pit in to which liquid drains.

Obstruction………..block,hindrance.