The course is included in these curricula and study modules
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - Professional communication
- Energy and environmental engineering 2022 - Professional communication
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - hvac planning - Professional communication
- Energy and environmental engineering 2023 - Professional communication
- Energy and environmental engineering 2022 - digital systems and automation technology - Professional communication
- Materials technology and sustainability 2023 - Professional communication
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
1
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
Within this study unit we will focus on the following competencies:
You can function professionally in your own field in English, as well as for academic purposes.
You can demonstrate relatively fluent oral and written English in routine profession-related situations, and you are able to adapt your language to varying communication situations.
You have the tools and conditions to develop your communication skills.
You can use English to enhance study skills in other professional subjects and to promote a greater understanding of your professional area.
To achieve this, you need to have a proficiency of at least B1.1 in English according to the CEFR scale.
SDGs in focus:
4 Quality Education
5 Gender Equality
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
10 Reduced Inequalities
16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Learning outcomes
Once you have completed the study unit you will have
Knowledge - what you know
- you have knowledge of your industry language and
know how to develop it.
- you have knowledge of academic writing,
reference systems and report structure.
Skills - what you can do
- can tell about your own industry and yourself in
speech and text
- understand spoken standard language
- participate in conversations and handle customer
service situations
- write typical documents for the industry and
academic text in English
Attitude
- you are careful to follow the norms and
etiquette of the language in speech and writing
Course contents
Written and oral assignments as well as active participation in course activities (see the course itslearning page for more detailed description of assessment requirements).
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Competence level B 1.1 (Common European Framework)
Previous course names
SP-1-090 Professional English for Environmental
Energy Engineering, pre-2020-2021
Recommended or required reading
The lecturer provides the students with materials
and instructions on reading material.
Study activities
- Lectures - 20 hours
- Practical exercises - 2 hours
- Project- and production work/artistic activities - 40 hours
- Individual studies - 40 hours
- Internet-based studies - 33 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 135 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
Essays, reports, productions and portfolio
Assessment requirements
Written and oral assignments as well as active participation in course activities (see the course itslearning page for more detailed description of assessment requirements).
Teacher
Kimberley Nigel
Examiner
Kimberley Nigel
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
Until date 2024-05-31
Assessment methods
Date will be announced later - Reports and productions