712-2164/02 – English Language b/IV for FS (pre-intermediate) (Ab/IV-FS)

Gurantor departmentInstitute of LanguagesCredits0
Subject guarantorMgr. Gabriela ChudašováSubject version guarantorMgr. Gabriela Chudašová
Study levelundergraduate or graduateRequirementChoice-compulsory
Year3Semesterwinter
Study languageEnglish
Year of introduction2016/2017Year of cancellation2021/2022
Intended for the facultiesFSIntended for study typesBachelor
Instruction secured by
LoginNameTuitorTeacher giving lectures
TRA0015 Mgr. Zuzana Trawinská
WLO74 Mgr. Andrea Wlochová, Ph.D.
Extent of instruction for forms of study
Form of studyWay of compl.Extent
Full-time Credit 0+2

Subject aims expressed by acquired skills and competences

The aim is to create a grounding of ESP language with respect to communication skills, i.e. reading, writing, speaking and listening with the output level A2 – B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Teaching methods

Tutorials

Summary

The lessons focus on mastering the lexis, grammar, and phrases within the given scope. Students will acquire comprehensive language skills; they will be able to use terminology related to the course topics so that they are prepared for management positions in an international working environment. Students will learn to write emails with job applications, and they will get acquainted with phrases thanks to which they can check understanding, clarify, and reach agreement in meetings. Students will also revise and reinforce their knowledge of conditionals and passive voice. An integral part of the course is the development of students’ presentation skills. Students are supposed to give presentations on the selected topic, which they present in the class during the seminars.

Compulsory literature:

HARDING, Keith and Alastair LANE. International Express: Intermediate. 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2014. ISBN 978-0-19-441825-6.

Recommended literature:

IBBOTSON, M. Professional English in Use Engineering. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press 2009. ISBN 9780521734882. MURPHY, R. English Grammar in Use 3rd Edition with Answers. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press 2004. ISBN 9780521537629.

Way of continuous check of knowledge in the course of semester

Credit test E-learning Presentation Examination

E-learning

Compulsory e-learning course available at: lms.vsb.cz

Other requirements

Active participation in the course, attendance at least 80%. Credit test at least 65% correct answers.

Prerequisities

Subject has no prerequisities.

Co-requisities

Subject has no co-requisities.

Subject syllabus:

Technology 1: Units 13 - 15 1. Devices used in telecommunications, Murphy: 16 2. Past Simple v Present Perfect, Murphy: 17 3. How VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol phone systems work, Murphy: 18 4. Customer care – Explaining in simple terms, Murphy: 19 5. Satellite communication systems, Murphy: 20 6. Careers in technology, Murphy: 110 7. Job descriptions, Murphy: 111 8. Must / mustn’t, other modal verbs, Murphy: revision of modal verbs 9. CV – the European Curriculum Vitae format 10. Preparing for a job interview 11. The predictions about technology, Murphy: 114 12. Phrasal verbs, Murphy: 115 13. Customer care – Saying goodbye 14. Credit test

Conditions for subject completion

Full-time form (validity from: 2016/2017 Winter semester, validity until: 2021/2022 Summer semester)
Task nameType of taskMax. number of points
(act. for subtasks)
Min. number of pointsMax. počet pokusů
Credit Credit   3
Mandatory attendence participation: Active class participation and 80% attendance are compulsory.

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Occurrence in study plans

Academic yearProgrammeBranch/spec.Spec.ZaměřeníFormStudy language Tut. centreYearWSType of duty
2019/2020 (B2341) Engineering (3902R001) Applied Informatics and Control P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2019/2020 (B2341) Engineering (3907R009) Operation of Energy Equipment P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2019/2020 (B2341) Engineering (2303R002) Mechanical Engineering Technology P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2019/2020 (B2341) Engineering (2301R013) Robotics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2019/2020 (B2341) Engineering (3901R003) Applied Mechanics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2018/2019 (B2341) Engineering (3902R001) Applied Informatics and Control P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2018/2019 (B2341) Engineering (3901R003) Applied Mechanics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2018/2019 (B2341) Engineering (3907R009) Operation of Energy Equipment P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2018/2019 (B2341) Engineering (2303R002) Mechanical Engineering Technology P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2018/2019 (B2341) Engineering (2301R013) Robotics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2017/2018 (B2341) Engineering (2301R013) Robotics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2017/2018 (B2341) Engineering (2303R002) Mechanical Engineering Technology P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2017/2018 (B2341) Engineering (3901R003) Applied Mechanics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2017/2018 (B2341) Engineering (3902R001) Applied Informatics and Control P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2017/2018 (B2341) Engineering (3907R009) Operation of Energy Equipment P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2016/2017 (B2341) Engineering (2301R013) Robotics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2016/2017 (B2341) Engineering (2303R002) Mechanical Engineering Technology P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2016/2017 (B2341) Engineering (3901R003) Applied Mechanics P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2016/2017 (B2341) Engineering (3902R001) Applied Informatics and Control P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan
2016/2017 (B2341) Engineering (3907R009) Operation of Energy Equipment P English Ostrava 3 Choice-compulsory study plan

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