Course detail

Presentation Skills (MI)

FAST-NZB015Acad. year: 2026/2027

The course focuses on developing presentation and professional communication skills required for both academic study and the professional practice of engineering graduates. Students will acquire the principles of planning, structuring and delivering professional presentations, learn to use verbal, non-verbal and visual communication effectively, and design high-quality presentation materials. The course includes the preparation and delivery of professional presentations, interacting with the audience, managing discussions, and providing constructive feedback. Emphasis is placed on practical training, self-reflection, and the ability to communicate technical information clearly to different target audiences in academic and professional situations. Teaching is based on practical exercises, discussions, and simulated presentation situations.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

Mgr. Lucie Strnadová

Department

Institute of Social Sciences (SPV)

Entry knowledge

The course does not require any specific prior knowledge. Students are expected to have basic communication skills and a willingness to participate actively in practical exercises.

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

The scope of supervised instruction and the method of its implementation are defined by an annually updated directive issued by the course guarantor.

Aims

The aim of the course is to develop students' ability to prepare and deliver professional presentations in both academic and professional contexts. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to create a logically structured presentation, adapt its content to a target audience, and use verbal, non-verbal and visual communication effectively and appropriately. They will be able to present professional topics clearly, respond to audience questions, provide and receive constructive feedback, and reflect critically on their own presentation performance. Students will also be able to tailor their presentations to a range of academic and professional communication situations.

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

HUGHES, John and Andrew MALLETT. Successful Presentations. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2012.  (EN)
REYNOLDS, Garr. Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery. 3rd ed. Berkeley, CA: New Riders, 2020. (EN)
Studijní materiály zpracované garantem předmětu jsou dostupné v kurzu NZB015 v systému Moodle. (CS)

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme NPC-MI Master's 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Mgr. Lucie Strnadová

Syllabus

  1. Introduction to Presentation Skills. Professional Communication. Introductory Presentation. Assessment Criteria.
  2. Audience and Communication Objectives. Audience Analysis. Adapting Content to Different Target Audiences.
  3. Structure of a Professional Presentation. Key Message. Content Organisation. Argumentation. Selection of Key Information. Presentation Outline.
  4. Verbal and Non-verbal Communication. Voice and Vocal Delivery. Body Language. Managing Presentation Anxiety. Practical Presentation Skills Training. Presenting with a Microphone.
  5. Visual Support for Presentations. Presentation Design. Graphic Design. Working with Visual Elements. Creating and Evaluating Presentation Materials.
  6. Presenting Technical Information. Interpreting Graphs, Diagrams and Technical Drawings. Clear Communication of Professional Information.
  7. Types of Professional Presentations. Academic, Project and Thesis Defence Presentations. Simulated Presentation Situations. Elevator Pitch.
  8. Presentation Technologies. Online Presentations. Presentation Software. Using AI to Create and Improve Presentation Materials.
  9. Audience Interaction. Professional Discussion. Argumentation. Handling Questions. Feedback.
  10. Group Presentations. Team Communication. Role Allocation. Cooperation and Coordination among Presenters.
  11. Presentation Evaluation. Constructive Feedback. Self-reflection. Preparation for Final Presentations.
  12. Student Presentations.
  13. Student Presentations. Final Evaluation and Course Review.