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CENG244

ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL ENGLISH II

Course Code
CENG244
Semester
Fourth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
4 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study2
SemesterFourth Term (Spring)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. develop sub-skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing
  2. learn the meaning and use of language associated with discipline-related text types, using appropriate strategies to work out meaning
  3. write discipline-related academic texts
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(CENG243)
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionCENG 244 is an English for Specific and Academic Purposes course at B1+ level, whose pre-requisite course is CENG 243. The course is designed to improve four main skills and academic and discipline-related language in an integrated manner. Learners are encouraged to study independently and apply the course content to their chosen discipline.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the course and academic essay writing rules
2nd Week Unit 1: Reading - Locating key information in complex sentences
3rd Week Unit 1: Writing - Writing complex sentences
4th Week Unit 2: Listening - Technical vocabulary of filming
5th Week Unit 2: Reading - Language of film reviews
6th Week Unit 3: Listening - Understanding speaker emphasis
7th Week Unit 3: Speaking - Asking for clarification
8th Week Unit 4: Listening - Technical vocabulary of websites
9th Week Unit 4: Reading - Using adjectives to enhance a text
10th Week Unit 5: Writing - Expanding notes into complex sentences
11th Week Unit 5: Writing - Writing essay plans and writing essays
12th Week Unit 6: Listening - Describing market trends
13th Week Unit 6: Reading - The vocabulary of communication strategies
14th Week General Revision
Recommended or Required Reading(1) McLisky, M. (2009). English for Public Relation. Garnet Publishing.
(2) Ceramella, N. and E. Lee. (2008). Cambridge English for the Media. Cambridge UP. (3) Supplementary Materials (BUSFL-CDU)
Individual study materials suitable for students' education areas are recommended.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Oral Exam 1 10
Other 1 50
Total(%) 100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 0
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 5 2 10
Preparation for Final exam 1 50 50
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 40 40
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Total Work Load146
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.86
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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