--- title: "Proposal for communication technology centre" subject: "Communication English" chapter: 6 key: "semester_5/communication_english:proposal-communication-technology-centre" source: https://www.bctengineer.com/q/semester_5/communication_english/proposal-communication-technology-centre site: BCT Engineering --- # Proposal for communication technology centre Communication English · Chapter 6: Writing Proposal - Asked in: 2073 Chaitra, 10 marks - Video: [Project Proposal Writing: How to Write A Winning Project Proposal](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsGBuu88WE0) — ProjectManager - Answer checked by Claude Opus 5.5 (high effort) on 2026-10-14 - Page: https://www.bctengineer.com/q/semester_5/communication_english/proposal-communication-technology-centre - Whole chapter: https://www.bctengineer.com/md/semester_5/communication_english/chapter-6 ## Question Assume that as a Project Development Officer you have been asked by the National Institute of Computer Education, Kathmandu, to set up a Communication Technology Centre at Dhobighat, Kathmandu for training professionals in the use of latest technological aids for face-to-face and distance communication. Write a technical proposal to be submitted to the Director of the Institute. Prepare only title page, technical section and cost estimate of your proposal. ## Short answer Title page: Proposal for Communication Technology Centre at Dhobighat, submitted to the Director of National Institute of Computer Education. Technical section: Two training halls, video-conferencing room, recording studio, 20 computers, LMS, and courses; setup in 4 months. Cost estimate: Rs. 91,35,000 including 5% contingency. ## Answer #### Title page ```text PROPOSAL ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY CENTRE AT DHOBIGHAT, KATHMANDU Submitted to: The Director National Institute of Computer Education Kathmandu Submitted by: Er. Roshan Maharjan Project Development Officer 15 December 2026 ``` #### Technical section The centre will train professionals in the use of the latest tools for face-to-face and distance communication. 1. **Training halls.** Two halls of 30 seats each for face-to-face training, equipped with projectors, smart boards and a sound system. 2. **Video-conferencing room.** A room for 15 persons with HD cameras and a codec for live online sessions with remote participants, in addition to a Learning Management System (LMS) for distance courses. 3. **Studio.** A small studio to record lectures and make video tutorials, with a lighting and microphone set. 4. **Computer lab.** Twenty computers with software for presentations, e-mail, collaboration and content creation. 5. **Network.** A 100 Mbps fibre connection, Wi-Fi and a firewall, with backup power. 6. **Courses.** Short courses of two to four weeks on virtual meetings, e-learning, presentation and technical writing, and digital media. 7. **Work plan.** Building renovation: 6 weeks; equipment purchase and installation: 8 weeks; staff training and trial: 2 weeks; start of the first batch in about 4 months. 8. **Staff.** One manager, two trainers, one technician and one office assistant. #### Cost estimate | S.N. | Item | Amount (Rs.) | |---|---|---| | 1 | Building rent and renovation for the centre (1 year) | 12,00,000 | | 2 | Video-conferencing system (cameras, screens, codec) | 18,00,000 | | 3 | Computers and servers (20 units) | 19,00,000 | | 4 | Audio-visual equipment (projectors, microphones, smart board) | 8,50,000 | | 5 | Studio and recording equipment for distance learning | 12,00,000 | | 6 | Internet bandwidth and networking (1 year) | 6,00,000 | | 7 | Furniture and air-conditioning | 6,50,000 | | 8 | Staff training and administration | 5,00,000 | | | **Sub-total** | **87,00,000** | | | Contingency (5%) | 4,35,000 | | | **Grand total** | **91,35,000** | The above cost covers the first year; income from course fees will support running costs from the second year. ## Check yourself The answer's key points as multiple-choice questions, with the correct option and why. 1. Which facility supports live online sessions with remote participants? A. Video-conferencing room with HD cameras and codec, plus an LMS B. Parking area C. Canteen D. Library only Answer: A. The technical section proposes a video-conferencing room and a Learning Management System. (Key point: Distance communication facility) 2. What is the studio for? A. Dance classes B. Recording lectures and making video tutorials C. Storing furniture D. Printing Answer: B. The studio supports distance learning content creation. (Key point: Studio purpose) 3. About how long until the first batch can start? A. One week B. One year C. About 4 months D. Immediately Answer: C. Renovation 6 weeks, purchase and installation 8 weeks and trial 2 weeks lead to about 4 months. (Key point: Work plan) 4. What is the grand total of the cost estimate? A. Rs. 87,00,000 B. Rs. 4,35,000 C. Rs. 95,70,000 D. Rs. 91,35,000 (sub-total 87,00,000 plus 5% contingency) Answer: D. 5% of 87,00,000 is 4,35,000; the total is 91,35,000. 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