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Communication Skills

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IITP0104
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: IT 2014
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 2 (2015-2016)
Credits: 2 cr
Responsible Teacher: Kiikkala, Sanna-Liisa
Language of Instruction: English

Courses During the Academic Year 2015-2016

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
6I-IT-2N2015-09-01 – 2015-10-31Sanna-Liisa KiikkalaEnglish2015-08-14 – 2015-09-13

Learning Outcomes

The student will acquire sufficient language skills, effective study skills and cultural diversity awareness needed in student and working life environment.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 54 h
- of which scheduled studies: 28 h
- of which autonomous studies: 26h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Upper Secondary School English.

Contents

Writing and reading skills, e.g. essay and report writing, link words, phrases, idiomatic expressions, specific terms, drawing up summaries and improving accuracy in writing. Speaking and listening skills in multicultural contexts, e.g. fluent interactive use of the English language, different Englishes and communication skills at giving unprepared and pre-prepared presentations and providing feedback. Effective reading techniques and active listening skills.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Materials as on the course web site.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Teamwork in contact sessions, home assignments and individual studies.

Assessment Criteria

Grade 5: The student has an excellent command of the language both orally and in writing and the student can apply the attained skills and knowledge in a versatile manner.
Grade 3: The student has a good command of the language both orally and in writng and the student can apply the skills in practice.
Grade 1: The student has a satisfactory command of the language both orally and in writing.

Assessment Methods

Activities in contact teaching and assignments and team work, continuous assessment and traditional examination.


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