Technical English 1
Brief description
• Extensive technical English vocabulary building: terms to describe types of forces, words and phrases to describe degrees of difference, capabilities and limits • Vocabulary to describe test types, phrases for stating assumptions • How to agree and disagree in meetings • Comparison of expectations and results • Linking causes and effects
Mode of delivery
face to face
Type
compulsory
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
Busch, B., Dzeia, U., Haberl, B., Köhler, J. (2010): Technical English Basics. 4th ed., Haan-Gruiten: Europa-Lehrmittel Bonamy, D. (2022): Technical English Level 3. 2nd ed., Pearson
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Self-study research elements, discussion, pair and group work, role plays, self-assessment quizzes Classroom teaching, online classes, blended learning
Assessment methods and criteria
• 50% continuous assessment (written and/or verbal): active class participation, assignments, grammar quizzes, presentations and mini research projects • 50% assessment of written performance: syllabus topics covered in class and worked on in self-study phases • Assessment criteria: correctness of content and methodology, completeness of the answer, level of detail of answers, compliance with the criteria of academic writing
Prerequisites and co-requisites
English CEFR Level B2
Infos
Degree programme
Technical Sales and Marketing (Bachelor)
Cycle
Bachelor
ECTS Credits
3.00
Language of instruction
English
Curriculum
Part-Time
Academic year
2026
Semester
2 SS
Incoming
No
Learning outcome
After successful completion of this course, students can: - discuss performance and suitability, - describe physical forces, - discuss relative performance, - describe capabilities and limitations, - use adjectives for describing suitability and performance, - explain tests and experiments, - exchange views on predictions and theories, - compare results with expectations, - discuss causes and effects.
Course code
1480-24-01-BB-DE-14