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UNIT 1 : MEETING PEOPLE

Course Rationale
The course is required to develop learners’ English language proficiency in order to
meet their needs for English in academic life.

Course Synopsis

This course is designed to enable learners to acquire the English language
communicative skills in common situations. It also enhances learners’ skills
in describing tools, machinery and safety procedures

Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, students should be able to:
1. Communicate in various social contexts using appropriate expressions.
2. Describe workshop/studio tools, equipment and signage when dealing
with work at the workshop/studio.
3. Describe machines related to engineering and technology field.

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Panel of Editors

Anis Binti Misbah
Lowearnes Low
Syamsul Anuar Bin Samsuddin
Tun Mafiza Binti Tun Majid
Zainab Binti Majid

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Unit Pembangunan Modul Pembelajaran
Cawangan Pengajian
Bahagian Kemahiran dan Teknikal
Tingkat 20, Ibu Pejabat MARA
Jalan MARA
50609 Kuala Lumpur

Web Page: http://www.mara.gov.my

Module Advisor
Prof. Madya Dr. Hj. Jamaludin bin Hj. Ahmad
Fakulti Pengajian Pendidikan
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 Serdang, Selangor

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UNIT CONTENTS PAGES
i
Synopsis ii
Credit page iii
Indexs
2
1.0 Meeting People 7
1.1 Knowing me, knowing you 14
1.2 Meeting friends 17
1.3 Meeting administration
1.4 Getting to know your college 21

Bibliography

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UNIT 1.0 : MEETING PEOPLE

INTRODUCTION
The most common way of social interaction is through communication using speech
or language. The type of language we use depends on what we want to say. For
example, when we meet people whom we do not know, we introduce ourselves to
them. Sometimes, we have to introduce a friend or relative to someone we know but
whom he/she does not know. Usually, we use appropriate language forms in opening
and closing our conversation. Remember, it is polite to start and end our
conversation appropriately.

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Unit 1.1 KNOWING ME KNOWING YOU
Tuning In
Fill in the bubbles with suitable dialogues.

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Read the dialogue

Aiman meets his new roommate Johan.

Aiman : Hello, how do you do? I’m Aiman.
Johan : How do you do? I am Johan. It’s nice to meet you.
Aiman : Nice to meet you too. Where’re you from Johan?
Johan : I’m from KL. Are you from KL too?
Aiman : No, I’m from Pendang, Kedah but I grew up here in KL.
Johan :
Aiman : What programme are you in Aiman?
I’m taking the Plumbing and Sewerage programme. What about
Johan :
Aiman : you?
I’m in the Landscape programme.
Johan : Oh, that’s interesting! Johan, have you chosen your extra
curricular activity for this semester?
Aiman : I haven’t yet. I still cannot decide whether to enroll in the Archery
Johan : or the Computer Club, and you?
Aiman : I’ve decided to sign up for the Archery Club. Why don’t you join me?
Johan : That’s a good idea Aiman. Let’s register after lunch today.
Okay, oh, look at the time, it’s almost lunch time. Aren’t you hungry?
I’m starving, let’s go now!

Task 1
Change the words in bold with your own information.

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Language Focus

A. Useful expressions during first meetings RESPONSE

GREETING

How are you? I am fine, thank you. What about you?

Fine, thanks. You?

Hello, how do you do? How do you do?
It’s nice to meet you. Nice to meet you too.
Where are you from? I’m from ………

Thank you. You are welcome / No problem

B. Other expression for greetings and introductions

Greetings Responses

Hello, Mrs. Hand. It’s nice to see you again. What a pleasant surprises! How are you? It’s
been a while.
Good morning Mrs. Hand. How are you I’m very well thank you. And you?
today?
Good afternoon, Mrs. Hand. It’s good to see Thank you. It’s nice to see you too. How are
you. you?

Hello Lynne. How are you doing? Fine thank. What’s new with you?

Hi, Lynne! How’s it going? Not too bad, busy as ever.

Hi, Lynne. How are things? Oh fine. You know how it is.

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Introducing yourself Introducing others Responding to an On leaving
introduction
How do you do? My Mrs. Hand, may I Pleased to meet you Goodbye. It’s a
name is Mrs. Hand introduce my boss, Mr. Mrs. Hand pleasure to have met
smith you.
Hello, Lynne Hand. I’m Lynne, I’d like to meet Pleased to meet you Goodbye. Nice to have
the owner of this web John Smith, our Lynne. met you.
site. salesman. John, this is
Lynne Hand. Hi Lynne. How are Bye, it was nice to
Lynne Hand Lynne meets John, my you? meet you
husband. John this is
my teacher Lynne

Task 2
Complete the conversation below with words in the list.

Situation: On IKM Lumut Registration Day, Aidid a new student meets Remy, a
Students’ Council member.

see read happy don’t Thank youWelcomeExcuse me meet

Remy : (1) ……………………....., are you Aidid?
Aidid : Yes, I am. You must be my senior buddy. Nice to (2) …………. you.
Remy : Nice to meet you too. I’m Remy. (3) …………..….…. to IKM Lumut.
Aidid : Thanks. I am (4) …………...…. to be here.
Remy : Here’s your Students Handbook. (5) …………… it thoroughly and
if you have any questions, you can always find me at the MPP
Aidid : room on level 3.
Remy : (6)…………………...
Aidid : My pleasure. Do you know who your programme instructors are?
No, I (7) …………, but I hope I will see them tomorrow.

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Task 3
Match the sentence on the left with a reply on the right.

1. Hello. Are you Diana Daud? ( ) a. It’s a map of this town.

2. Nice to meet you. ( ) b. Ok, I’ll speak slowly.

3. Welcome to Johor Bahru. ( ) c. Hello, it’s nice to meet you too.

4. Do you know where Dorm A is? ( ) d Thank you. It’s nice to be here.

5. What’s this? ( ) e. You’re most welcome.

6. What’s your cell number? ( ) f. Yes, I am. Nice to meet you.

7. I can only speak a little English. ( ) g. It’s 012 3458099.

8. Thanks. ( ) h. No, I’m sorry I don’t know.

Activity 1

At the dining hall, you meet more new friends from other
programmes. In groups of 3, create a dialogue of
meeting new friends and present it to the class.

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Unit 1.2 MEETING FRIENDS
Tuning in
What do you think the boys in the picture below are saying to each other? Work with a
partner and write down a short dialogue.

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Read the following dialogues.

Sara Hello Jason, how are you, it’s been a long time since we last met?
Jason
Oh, hi Sarah I’m have got a new job now and is going great. How
about you?

Sarah Not too bad.

Jason How often do you eat at this cafe?

Sarah This is my first time my friends kept telling me the food was great,
so tonight I decided to try it. What have you been up to?

Jason I have been so busy with my new job that I have not had the time to
do much else, but otherwise, me and the family are all fine.

Sarah Well, I hope you and your family have a lovely meal.

Jason Yes you too.

Task 1
Answer the following questions.
1. How long since they last met?

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2. Who has got a new job?

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3. How did Sarah know the food at the café was good?

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4. In your opinion what is the relationship between Sarah and Jason?

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Task 2
Complete the dialogue with correct phrases in box

It was nice to see you Pleased to meet you too How are you?

Please nice to meet you Yes, goodbye.

Good morning, Mrs Breuer I’m fine thank, and you?

Mr Bean meets Mrs Breuer, one of his students, and her husband in the street.

Mr Bean (1)___________________________________________________.

Mrs Breuer : Good morning, Mr Bean. (2)_______________________________

Mr Bean : (3)___________________________________________________

Mrs Breuer : Not too bad. Mr Bean, this is my husband Michael, Michael this is mr Bean
my English teacher.

Mr Breuer : (4)___________________________________________________

Mr Bean : (5)______________________. Are you from Germany, Mr Breuer?

Mr Breuer : Yes, East Germany, from Dresden. And you are you from London?

Mr Bean : No. I’m from Derby but I live in London now.

Mrs Breuer : Well, goodbye Mr Bean. (6)_______________________________.

Mr Bean : (7)___________________________________________________.

Language Focus 6. What’s up!
7. Long time no see!
10 ways to say HELLO 8. Haven't seen you for ages.
1. Hi. 9. Great to see you again.
2. Howdy! 10. Nice to meet you.
3. How's it going?
4. How do you do?
5. How are things?

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Language Focus

10 ways to ASK FOR INFORMATION

1. Can you tell me...? 7. (Do / Would) you happen to
2. Could you tell me...? know...?
3. I'd like to know...
4. Do you know...? 8. I don't suppose you
5. Have you any idea...? (would) know...?
6. Could anyone tell me...?
9. I wonder if you could tell me...?

10. I wonder if someone could tell
me....

10 ways to ASK SOMEONE TO REPEAT THEMSELVES

1. Sorry? 7. Could you say that again?
2. Pardon me? 8. Would you repeat that, please?
3. Come again? 9. Would you mind repeating that?
4. What was that? 10. I didn’t catch the last part.
5. I didn’t get that.
6. I beg your pardon?

10 ways to say THANK YOU 7. You shouldn't have.
8. That's so kind of you.
1. Thanks. 9. I am most grateful.
2. Cheers. 10. We would like to express our
3. Thank you very much.
4. I really appreciate it. gratitude.
5. You've made my day.
6. How thoughtful.

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Language Focus

10 ways to APOLOGIZE

1. Sorry. 6. That's my fault.
2. I'm (so / very / terribly) sorry. 7. Sorry. It was my entire fault.
3. Ever so sorry. 8. Please excuse my (ignorance)
4. How stupid / careless / thoughtless of 9. Please don't be mad at me.
10. Please accept our
me.
5. Pardon (me (sincerest) apologies.

10 ways to say GOODBYE 6. See you soon!
7. I'm off.
1. Bye! 8. Cheerio!
2. Goodbye! 9. Catch you later!
3. Bye for now! 10. Good night!
4. See you! / See ya!
5. Be seeing you!

OTHER WAYS TO SAY LET ME KNOW

NICE TO MEET YOU  Keep me posted
Keep me updated
Pleased to meet you Keep me informed
It was lovely meeting you Tell me if you find anything
Glad to meet you
It’s a pleasure to meet you. JUST KIDDING

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK  Just joking!
Just teasing you!
Good job Don’t take it seriously!
Keep it up I’m just messing with you.
Nice work! It was only a joke.
You made it look easy
You’re doing a great job

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Task 1

In not more than THREE sentences, introduce the following people using
appropriate expressions.

1. Introduce your cousin to your friend.
2. Introduce a colleague to your new boss.
3. Introduce a friend to your parents.
4. Introduce your girlfriend / boyfriend to your college friend.

Respond to the following introductions in not more than THREE sentences.
1. Hi, my name is Kimi.
2. Dr. Fred, I’d like you to meet Professor Fossey.
3. This is my friend, Ashanti.
4. Hi, this is Ka-Fai.

Task 2

In not more than THREE sentences, write down what you would say for each of
the following situations. Practice with a partner.

1. You are sitting next to a girl at a Nature Society meeting. Introduce yourself to
her.

2. You bring a college friend home for dinner. Introduce your friend to your father /
mother.

3. You have introduced your friend, Sally, to another friend. Give some information
about Sally.

4. Your friend introduces his sister to you. What do you say in response?
5. Someone has been introduced to you. Ask her about her job.
6. After being introduced to you, Tom tells you that he works as a veterinarian.

What do you say?

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Task 3
Conversation between Two Friends About exams

Meera The exam is drawing near. I’m not well prepared for it. So I’ve to study hard
now. I scarcely find time to play. How have you prepared yourself?
Minati
Meera Not as bad as you say.

Minah You are a bright student. So you don’t find any difficulty. You know I’m weak in
Meera English. Besides, Mathematics and Engineering Science is so huge. I have
Minah not been able to go through the whole course even once

Meera Well, You may do one thing.
Mina
Meera What’s that?
Mina Come to my room every day. We will discuss the subjects. That’s help you
Meera much. I’ll try to explain away your difficulties.

That’s very kind of you. I’ll certainly go to yours.

Then comes from to-morrow.

Thank you, Mina, for your kind offer.
No need of thanks. I’ll glad to help a friend if I can.

Good-bye! And many thanks.

ACTIVITY 1
Change the sentences in bold with your own sentences and role play the dialogue.

ACTIVITY 2

In pairs, create a dialogue of meeting
friends that include ALL the expressions
you’ve learnt in this unit. Role play it in

front of the class.

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Unit 1.3 MEETING THE ADMINISTRATIONS

Tuning in
What can you see and say about the picture below? In pairs, brainstorm ideas.

IKM
DIRECTOR

OFFICE

PUAN ELENA BT ALI

Task 1
Complete the conversation below using phrases in the list.

Thank you Good afternoon How do you spell that
You are welcome What is your name Can I help you

Secretary : Good afternoon. (1) ………………………………………………………?
Rossa : (2) ……………………………… Yes, I am here to see the Director please.
Secretary : Okay. (3)……………………………………..?
Rossa : It’s Rossa Kareem.
Secretary : (4) ……………………………………………?
Rossa : Rossa, it’s R-O-S-S-A and Kareem, that’s K-A-R-E-E-M.
Secretary
Rossa : Which programme are you from Rossa?
Secretary
Rossa : I am from the Art & Graphic Design programme.
Secretary : Please wait a second. I’ll inform the Director.
: (5)……………………………
: (6)…………………………….. Please take a seat over there.

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We use formal language in situations that are serious or that involve people we don’t
know well. Informal language is more commonly used in situations that are more relaxed and
involve people we know well.

Formal language is more common when we write; informal language is more common
when we speak. However, there are times where writing can be very informal, for example,
when writing postcards or letters to friends, emails or text messages. There are also examples
where spoken English can be very formal, for example, in a speech or a lecture. Most uses of
English are neutral; that is, they are neither formal nor informal.

Formal language and informal language are associated with particular choices
of grammar and vocabulary.

Contractions, relative clauses without a relative pronoun and ellipsis are more common
in informal language.

What’s up,
buddy?

Informal language is more intimate and social. Thinking of slang terms or even colloquial
phrases such as ‘What’s up?’ as shown in the picture. It allows the speaker or author to be
perceived as friendlier, more casual and relatable. Let me know the next time you say to your
friend ‘How do you do?’ and watch for their reaction. It will be one of oddity but also one of
social distance.

Similar to intimacy and social connection, informal language allows a speaker to reflect
their identity, whether it is cultural or social. For example, the Australia colloquial phrase ‘how
are ya going mate?’ is a perfect example to allow a speaker to forge cultural solidarity with
their interlocutor (hearer).

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When do you use informal language and when do you use formal language? This is a
difficult question. There are many situations where both are completely acceptable. Also, as a
language learner, people will understand if you make a few mistakes with formal and informal
language. Here are some guidelines:

1) Start the conversation by using formal language. It is always the safest.
2) Do more listening when you first meet someone. Listen for the words the person you

are talking to. Try to use those same words.
3) Don't be afraid to ask about a word. One of the best ways to learn is by asking

questions.

Let’s try these

I) You are meeting your programme head for the first time. What is the best way
to greet him?
A) Hey, what's up?
B) It is a pleasure to meet you.

II) You are meeting your friends from secondary school for dinner. You haven't
seen each other for a while. Which greeting are you most likely to use?
A) Long-time no see. What’s up?
B) I haven't seen you for such a long time. It's a pleasure to see you again.

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Unit 1.4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COLLEGE

Language Focus

WH Question Words

Question Function Example
Word
What asking for information about What is the code for our course?
When something
Where
Which asking about time When was the building built?
Who asking in or at what place or
Whom position Where can I buy the books?
Whose
Why asking about choice Which room is my English class; room 2
How or 4?

How far asking what or which person or Who is our instructor?
How long people (subject)
How many Whom did you see at the office?
How much asking what or which person or
people (object) Whose keys are these?
Whose turn is it to clean the studio?
asking about ownership

Why must we wear safety helmets
asking for reason, asking what...for here?

asking about manner How do I apply for a library card?

asking about condition or quality How was your exam?

distance How far is the café from our hostel?
length (time or space)
How long will it take to finish the
painting process?

quantity (countable) How many cars are at the workshop?

quantity (uncountable) How much is the toolbox?

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Task 1
Read the description below and create 5 (five) WH Questions complete with answers.

Institut Kemahiran MARA (IKM) Kuala Lumpur is situated in Kampung Pandan which is
two kilometers from the city centre. It consists of four blocks; the main block (Block X), Block Y,
Block Z and the hostel. The lower level of Block X consists of the management and
administration area, meeting room, classrooms, workshops, hall and a canteen. The first floor
consists of classrooms, lecturers’ room, Counsellor’s office, language room, library, Media room
and Registration and Record Unit.

Next is Block Y. Classrooms, workshops, computer labs are all included in this block. In
between of Block Y and Z, is the main hall where the monthly assembly is held. Block Z consists
of workshops, classrooms and the main storeroom. The hostel is situated behind Block Z.

1. Question
Answer

2. Question
Answer

3. Question
Answer

4. Question
Answer

5. Question
Answer

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Task 2

Create 5 Wh Questions more about your college.

1. _______________________________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________________________
4. _______________________________________________________________
5. _______________________________________________________________

Task 3 .

Can you create suitable questions based on the following statements?

1. My new teacher is Madam Hanim.
________________________________________________________

2. The canteen is at the south part of the campus.
________________________________________________________

3. English 1 classroom is at level 3 of the Admin Building.
________________________________________________________

4. The Oxford dictionary is RM16.00.
________________________________________________________

5. I have to submit my first assignment on Monday next week.
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Task 4
Dialogue between You and the Librarian on Library Card. Complete the dialogue based
on the function given in the bracket.

Zafi: Good morning.
Librarian: Good morning. How can I help you?
Zafi: (requesting a card)__________________________________________
Librarian: What class do you read in?
Zafi: (informing)__________________________________________________
Librarian: Do you have your identity card?
Zafi: ( responding )______________________________________________
Librarian: Okay. Please fill in the form.
Zafi: I have already filled in a form. Here it is, please.
Librarian: (saying thank you)___________________________________________
Please take your card. I hope you will maintain all rules and regulations on taking
Zafi: books from the library.
Librarian: Yes, of course. ( asking for information)__________________________
Zafi: You can borrow three books at a time.
Librarian: Good. ( asking for information) _________________________________
Zafi: You can keep a book with you up to maximum two weeks.
Librarian: (saying thank you) ___________________________________________
You are most welcome.

ACTIVITY
Imagine you are the voice of GPS navigation device. Give routes to the following places
from the guard post at your college.

1. Administration department
2. Cafe
3. Library
4. Prayer Room

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7. Available: http:// www.twitraining.com

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UNIT 2 : A NEW ENVIRONMENT

Course Rationale
The course is required to develop learners’ English language proficiency in order to
meet their needs for English in academic life.

Course Synopsis

This course is designed to enable learners to acquire the English language
communicative skills in common situations. It also enhances learners’ skills
in describing tools, machinery and safety procedures

Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, students should be able to:

1. Communicate in various social contexts using appropriate expressions.
2. Describe workshop/studio tools, equipment and signage when dealing

with work at the workshop/studio.
3. Describe machines related to engineering and technology field.

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Panel of Editors

Anis Binti Misbah
Lowearnes Low
Syamsul Anuar Bin Samsuddin
Tun Mafiza Binti Tun Majid
Zainab Binti Majid

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Unit Pembangunan Modul Pembelajaran
Cawangan Pengajian
Bahagian Kemahiran dan Teknikal
Tingkat 20, Ibu Pejabat MARA
Jalan MARA
50609 Kuala Lumpur

Web Page: http://www.mara.gov.my

Module Advisor
Prof. Madya Dr. Hj. Jamaludin bin Hj. Ahmad
Fakulti Pengajian Pendidikan
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 Serdang, Selangor

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INDEXS

UNIT CONTENTS PAGES

Synopsis i
Credit page
Indexs ii
iii

2.0 A New Environment 1
2.1 Getting to know your workshop/studio 2
2.2 Talking about Safety 8

Bibliography 19

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UNIT 2.0: A NEW ENVIRONMENT

INTRODUCTION

People go through various phases of adjustment when
they move from one culture to another. It is also a good idea to
spend time learning your way around your college, workshops
and the city community in order to adjust to your new
surroundings. Good communication and teamwork will go a long way in the new
environment.

In IKM, new students will undergo a course in workshop practice in order to
provide hands on experience about the use of different engineering materials, tools,
machines and equipment and also safety at workplace that are common in the
engineering field. In order to have a balanced overall development of budding
engineers, students are also introduced to team working and development of good
attitude.

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2.1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WORKSHOP/STUDIO/LAB

What is a tool?
According to Wikipedia, a tool is any physical item that can be used to achieve a goal,
especially if the item is not consumed in the process.

Task 2
Name the tools below. 3

1 4

5

7

6
8

9 11
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Task
Name the following tools and their parts. Make sure you have the correct
spellings.

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What do the tools do?

Match the tool to its function

TOOL FUNCTION
1. Caliper
2. Drill …to remove screws
3. Hammer
4. Plane …to tighten or loosen screws
5. Pliers or nuts
6. Screwdriver
7. Wrench …to cut, turn or pull wires
8. Test pen
…to smoothen wood surface

…to make holes in wood or
metal

…to check for electricity

…to hit nails into walls
…to measure the distance
between two opposite sides of
an object

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Language Focus

SINGULAR / PLURAL PLURAL
hammers
Can you fill in the boxes?
saws
SINGULAR
hammer
saw
wrench
pliers
brush
knife
scissors
pincers

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Task
Put each heading into the correct column, A, B or C in the table below.

USES PROPERTIES MATERIAL

AB C

__________ _________ __________

1 Aluminium Light, easy to shape Aircraft, window and
door frames, cooking
foil

2 Doesn’t rust in contact Valves, taps
Brass

(Copper and Zinc) with air and water, strong

3 Cement Mixed with water dries to a Pre-made building

hard material blocks, to hold bricks

together

4 Copper Easily made into wire, Electrical wire, tubing
carries electricity well

5 Diamond Hardest natural material, Industrial cutting and
can cut glass and metal grinding

6 Glass Clear, hard, breaks easily Windows, bottles

7 Iron Hard Engineering

Mild steel Hard, strong, quite easy to Bridges, ships, cars
8 (Iron + Carbon) shape

9 Optical Fibre Carries light and coded Lighting, cable tv,
messages telecommunications

10 Plastic Light, strong, easy to Hard hats, telephones,
shape boats, computer casing

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Vocabulary Enrichment

Task
Match the Properties from column (1-8) with their OPPOSITES (A-H).
Use your dictionary to help you.

1. breaks easily A. heavy
2. clear B. thin
3. easy to shape C. rough
4. hard D. rigid
5. light E. weak
6. strong F. soft
7. thick G. tough
8. smooth H. opaque

Task
Look at the list of materials in the Reading task again. Discuss the questions
below. Check any words you don’t know in the dictionary.

1. Are any of the materials found or manufactured in our country?
2. Which materials can be recycled?
3. Does the manufacture or disposal cause environmental problems?
4. What materials did Charles Goodyear develop? What is it used for?
5. Which materials :

a. are metals
b. come from trees?
c. come from animals?
d. are synthetic (man-made, not natural)?
6. How do you say these materials : nylon, cardboard, asphalt

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2.2 TALKING ABOUT SAFETY
2.2.1 Safety Equipment & Gears

Tuning in
What can you say about the picture below? Discuss in pairs.

Read the text below. Identify and highlight Personal Safety Equipment found.

Personal Safety

Whenever you perform a task in the workshop you must use personal protective
clothing and equipment that is appropriate for the task and which conforms to your
local safety regulations and policies. Among other items, this may include:

Work clothing - such as coveralls and steel-capped footwear
Eye protection - such as safety glasses, face masks and
goggles Ear protection - such as ear muffs and ear plugs

Hand protection - such as heavy duty gloves and barrier cream
Respiratory equipment - such as face masks and valve respirators

If you are not certain what are appropriate or required, ask your supervisor.

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2.2.2 Safety Instructions

Safety Rules & Instructions in the Workshop

Before you can use any equipment or machines or attempt any practical work in a
workshop, you must understand the basic safety rules. These rules will help keep you
and others safe in the workshop. Following are some of the safety rules in the workshop
that you have to follow.

Task
Fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box below.

guard protect trip grounded
turn off hazards carefully patient
operate instructions stools
loose

1. Always listen __________ to the instructor and follow all instructions.
2. Do not run in the workshop, you could ‘bump’ into other workers.
3. Know where the emergency stop buttons are positioned in the workshop. If you

see an accident at the other side of the workshop you can use the emergency
stop button to __________ all electrical power to machines.
4. Always wear an apron or overalls as it will __________ your clothes and hold
__________ clothing such as ties in place.
5. Wear good strong shoes. Training shoes are not suitable.
6. When attempting practical work all __________ should be put away.
7. Bags should not be brought into a workshop as people can __________ over
them.

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8. When learning how to use a machine, listen very carefully to all the __________
given by the instructor. Ask questions, especially if you do not fully understand.

9. Do not use a machine if you have not been shown how to __________ it safely by
the instructor.

10. Always be __________, never rush in the workshop.
11. Always use a ___________ when working on a machine.
12. Keep hands away from moving/rotating machinery.
13. Use hand tools carefully, keeping both hands behind the cutting edge.
14. Report any damage to machines/equipment as this could cause an accident.
15. Make sure machines are __________ to avoid electric shocks.
16. Always use the appropriate personal protective equipment
17. Report all ___________, unsafe conditions and work practices.
18. Keep equipment and the surrounding area clean and tidy at all times
19. Never distract the attention of another staff member when operating equipment

and never indulge in horseplay
20. Only use tools and machines for their intended purpose.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is very important and need to be worn at all times
when doing dangerous work. Below is a picture of a worker that wears personal
protective equipment.

Task
Can you name the PPE that he wears?

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Task

Complete the table below with correct information.

Hazard Risk of injuries PPE to use
Sparks from welding
work

Toxic gas and fumes

Corrosive materials

Falling objects from
high rise building

Splinters

Task

Put a circle around the danger areas in the picture above and give some reasons
why they are dangerous. You are the President of the Safety Committee in your
workshop. Use the picture above to brief other workers the causes of accidents and
how to avoid them

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Task
Complete the report form below with the information from the text.

On 23 March 2016, a machine operator, Uthman bin Jamil, IC number, 961102-
11-4433, from Production Department who was performing his duties at P05
Station accidently injured his head after being hit on the back of his head by
metal tubing.

The tubing was wrongly kept by another operator. At the time of the accident,
the supervisor was not at the station because he was in a meeting with the
management. The operator who was unconscious had been admitted for three
days in the nearest hospital.

The accident that happened on 3.18 p.m. was witnessed by Ahmad Adam bin
Zaki, IC. number 881223-11-6175 who was performing the duty together with
the victim. He immediately called the ambulance.

According to the investigation, the accident happened due to carelessness. The
victim didn’t follow the safety precaution by wearing a safety helmet during work
and the metal tubings was not properly kept.

The supervisor, Khairil bin Amri, IC number 800927-11-2393, from the same
department had written the report and submitted it to the manager for
information and action had been taken.

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SALIM MOTORS

INCIDENT REPORT

Name of :

injured person

NRIC : Department :
Position : Place :
Time & Date :

Description of Accident :

Name of : Signature :
witnesses Date :
:
NRIC :
Report By :
Position

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2.2.3 Safety Signage
In pairs, can you describe each signage below?

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Task
Match the instructions (1-6) with the correct warning signs.

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1. Must keep the aisle clear. _____
2. Warning. Lift with care. _____
3. Must use the machine’s safety guard. _____
4. Don’t touch. _____
5. Beware! Flammable material.
6. No forklift allowed operating here.

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Form groups and do the following task:
Task

a) Identify at least three hazards or dangers that can be found in your workshop.
b) Draw or find from the internet the safety signage that can help reduce those

hazards or dangers.

Task 2
In groups, present and explain the safety signage.

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Bibliografi:

1. Available: http: //www.labour.gc.ca/eng/health_safety/workplace/index.
2. Available : http: //www.labour.gov.hk/eng/osh/content.htm
3. Available : http: // www.nsc.org/learn/Pages/safety-at-work.aspx
4. Available : http://www.about.com/Safety+At+Work
5. Available: http:// www.twitraining.com
6. Available: http: //www.worksafe.govt.nz/worksafe/hswa
7. Available: https://www.healthandsafetyatwork.com

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UNIT 3 : DEALING WITH MACHINE AND POWER TOOLS

Course Rationale
The course is required to develop learners’ English language proficiency in order to
meet their needs for English in academic life.

Course Synopsis

This course is designed to enable learners to acquire the English language
communicative skills in common situations. It also enhances learners’ skills in
describing tools, machinery and safety procedures

Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, students should be able to:

1. Communicate in various social contexts using appropriate expressions.
2. Describe workshop/studio tools, equipment and signage when dealing with work

at the workshop/studio.
3. Describe machines related to engineering and technology field.

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Panel of Editors

Anis Binti Misbah
Lowearnes Low
Syamsul Anuar Bin Samsuddin
Tun Mafiza Binti Tun Majid
Zainab Binti Majid

Cover Design & Developed by

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Majlis Amanah Rakyat

Edition, Oktober 2016

This module is permitted for IKM and KKTM use only.

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All right reserved. No parts of this work may be reproduced in any form of by any means
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MARA K.L
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Module Advisor
Prof. Madya Dr. Hj. Jamaludin bin Hj. Ahmad
Fakulti Pengajian Pendidikan
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 Serdang, Selangor

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INDEXS

UNIT CONTENTS PAGES

Synopsis i
Credit page
Indexs ii
iii

3.0 Dealing With Machines and Power Tools 1
3.1 Exploring Machines 2
3.2 Describing Processes and Procedures 9
3.3 Reporting on Machine 17

Bibliography 23

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UNIT 3.0: DEALING WITH MACHINES

INTRODUCTION

A machine is a tool consisting of one or more parts that is
constructed to achieve a particular goal. Machines are powered
devices, usually mechanically, chemically, thermally or
electrically powered, and are frequently motorized.

In this unit, students will be exposed to the various
machines used at their workshops. They will learn to describe
the functions, as well as how to explain the processes on how to use the machines.

In addition, the students will also be introduced to the language of presentation
where students will be trained how to give good presentations.

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