Information Package

Program of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts

GMS490

PROFESIONAL ENGLISH II

Course Code
GMS490
Semester
Seventh Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study4
SemesterSeventh Term (Fall)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. They learn important terminology and concepts related to the field of gastronomy.
  2. They develop a vocabulary specific to the field.
  3. They read and evaluate various texts related to gastronomy studies.
  4. They write well-structured paragraphs and professional prescriptions.
  5. They improve their speaking skills by sharing their thoughts and feelings in class discussions.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(GMS308)
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionGMS490 is an English for specific purposes (ESP) course at the B1 level specifically designed for the students in the Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts and whose prerequisite course is GMS308. The course is designed to improve four main skills with field-specific vocabulary and discipline-related language in an integrated manner. Learners are encouraged to study independently and apply the course content to their discipline.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Preliminary Work
2nd Week Preliminary Work
3rd Week Meats
4th Week Seafood, Dairy Products
5th Week Fruits, Vegetables, Spices, and Herbs
6th Week Pasta, Grains, and Legumes
7th Week Pastries, Dough Products, Breads
8th Week Breakfast, Lunch
9th Week Midterm Exam
10th Week Comparative Essay
11th Week Desserts
12th Week Desserts (continued)
13th Week Turkish Desserts
14th Week Comparison Essay (continued)
15th Week Final Exam
Recommended or Required ReadingCareer Paths: Cooking by Virginia Evans, Jenny Dooley, Ryan Hayley, Express Publishing
Field-related Supplementary Materials
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Project
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Project 1 15
Other 1 5
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 10 2 20
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 15 3 45
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load117
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3.9
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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