Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING PR. (ENGLISH) | |
| Code | EEE111 |
| Name | Technical English |
| Term | 2020-2021 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. PERAN SEMA SEVÜK |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. PERAN SEMA SEVÜK
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
To give the student the necessary background to understand field-related English texts and to pursue conversation about these in English.
Course Content
The course includes the reading, writing and discussion of texts about different topics of electrical-electronic engineering.To understand native speakers, professionals, and students, talking about their work and study-to understand experts talking informally about aspects of electronics.Students will be able to understand a wide variety of text including diagrams, tables, graphs,and job advertisements. They will be able to compare different sources of information, written and spoken
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Ders Kitabı: 1-Oxford English for Electronics,2-Cambridge English for Engineering, Seviye: Upper Intermediate to advanced Yayınevi: Oxford University Press, Cambridge English for Engineering Yazarlar:1- Eric H. Giendinning, John McEwan 2-Mark Ibbotson
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Can practise lexical items presented in the context. |
| LO02 | Can revise the use of prefixes,suffixes and compounds and can develop his/her language skills by writing and discussing topics. |
| LO03 | Can able to understand peculiar vocabulary, syntax and discourse functions that can be benefical for developing their linguistic competence. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ computer programming techniques, and information technologies effectively. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | 0 |
| PLO07 | - | Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, | 5 |
| PLO08 | - | Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice. | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 5 |
| PLO12 | - | Ability to apply the knowledge of electrical-electronics engineering to profession-specific tools and devices. | 5 |
| PLO13 | - | Having consciousness about the scientific, social, historical, economical and political facts of the society, world and age lived in. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electronics in the home-Understanding diagrams | How to read diagrams. | |
| 2 | Technology in Use- Describing technical functions and applications.Explaning how technology works. | Research and assignment about subject(s). | |
| 3 | Living with Computers-Things we can do on the computer. | Self awareness,discussion about technology with computers. | |
| 4 | L.E.Ds | Where,how,why, and who uses L.E.Ds... | |
| 5 | Materials Technology-Describing specific materials, Categorising materials, Discussing Quality issues. | Research and assignment about subject(s). | |
| 6 | Components and assemblies-Describing component shapes and features. | Research and presentation. | |
| 7 | Technical development- Discussing technical requirements-suggesting ideas and solutions-assesing feasibilty. | Research and presentation. | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Input Devices: the eyes of your PC, Output Devices: Printers | Research and assignment about subject(s). | |
| 10 | Prefixes- Common Prefixes, verb prefixes , the prefixes e- and cyber | Word derivations.Examples of frequently used technical words and phrases. | |
| 11 | Sufixes- Common suffixes and Compounds (Some type of collocations) | Examples of collocations. | |
| 12 | Procedures and precautions- Describing health and safety precautions | Research and assignment about subject(s). | |
| 13 | Test and repair instruments- Tuning in, Language study(cause and effect) | Writing assignment | |
| 14 | ICT systems | Research and presentation. | |
| 15 | REVISION OF THE PREVIOUS TOPICS. | READING AND DISCUSSION OF THE PREVIOUS TOPICS. | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 109 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,36 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||