Engineering English I
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYTP0409 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-YT 2010 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2011-2012) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Kiikkala, Sanna-Liisa |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2011-2012
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-YT-2N | 2012-01-09 – 2012-04-27 | Ritva Rapila | Finnish | 2011-12-07 – 2012-01-15 |
Learning Outcomes
The student can present a company and a product in the field of environmental technology. S/he can read professional texts and understands the majority of the text.. S/he also knows the most important vocabulary in the field. The student can tell about her/his own education in English. S/he also manages in telephone situations related to work .
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 81 h
- of which scheduled studies: 42h
- of which autonomous studies: 39 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Preparatory English or secondary education English
Contents
Oral and written communication needed in working life, e.g. telling about education, telephoning, company/product presentation. Texts and vocabulary in the field.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Material compiled by the teacher
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Contact teaching, home assignments and independent studying.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 5: The student is able to communicate fluently, almost without mistakes, both in speech and in writing. S/he has an extensive vocabulary of the field and understands field-specific texts without difficulty.
Grade 3: The student knows the essential vocabulary and understands the texts in the field. S/he is able to participate in a work-related conversation, with occasional mistakes and errors in the speech.
Grade 1: The student knows the basic vocabulary of the field and understands the main points of texts in the field. S/he can follow work discussions and can give a presentation by reading it from the paper.
Assessment Methods
Exams, continuous assessment and active participation in contact teaching.