The performance of the personnel working in modern offices depends to a large

extent, on the proficiency with which they can take dictation. Many of the

confidential matters have to be written in shorthand before final communication is

sent to different quarters/parties. It is necessary that students acquire an accurate and

good speed of shorthand so that they are able to perform in the modern offices

effectively. Through a series of courses on stenography, these skills can be imparted

to the students. Hence, the introduction of the subject in the curriculum of Modern

Office Management is included.

1. Introduction 1 hr

2. Importance of shorthand 2 hrs

3. Emphasis on phonetic system in Pitman Shorthand 2 hrs

4. Correct sitting position, holding of pencil and note book and their quality 1 hr

5. Consonants 8 hrs

1- Straight 2- Curves 3- Others

6. Joining of uneven strokes 4 hrs

7. Vowel signs-Vowel indication 8 hrs

1- First place 2- Second place 3- Third place

8. Diphthongs and Consonant `H' 3 hrs

9. Alternative forms of `R' (upward and downward R) 3 hrs

10. Abbreviated 'W' 1 hr

11. Phraseography 3 hrs

12. Small Circle 'S' and 'Z' 6 hrs

13. Large Circle 'SW' and 'SS' 3 hrs

14. Loop 'ST' and 'STR' 3 hrs

48 Hrs

DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Consonants 11hrs

1- Straight 2- Curves 3- Others

2. Joining of uneven strokes 12 hrs

3. Vowel signs-Vowel indication 12 hrs

1. First place 2- Second place 3- Third place

4. Diphthongs and Consonant `H' 12 hrs

5. Alternative forms of `R' (upward and downward R) 11 hrs

6. Abbreviated 'W' 11 hrs

7. Phraseography 10 hrs

8. Small Circle 'S' and 'Z' 11 hrs

9. Large Circle 'SW' and 'SS' 11 hrs

10. Loop 'ST' and 'STR' 11 hrs

Total 112 Hrs

Note:-1. One passage in speed of 30 w.p.m. from the seen passages and its

transcription.

2. Practical Examination will be Conducted by External Examiner.

1. Pitman Shorthand & Instructer Key Author : Isaac Pitman, Publisher: Vishu

Art Press.