Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC COMMUNICATION SKILLS I | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Elif HOCAOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Mehmet Polat TACAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The main objective of the course is to develop students' writing, reading and presentation skills in English for academic and engineering professions. It includes studies to prepare undergraduate students for their future academic or engineering careers so that they can use professional English in practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Academic Communication Skills,Academic Style and Vocabulary in Engineering,Sentence and Expression Structures in Academic Writing,Organizational Structure in Academic Writing,Paragraph Structures,Steps Before Academic Writing,Importance of Bibliography in Academic Writing: Avoiding Plagiarism,How to Write Laboratory Reports?,Impressive Writing: Content and Style,Essay Writing,Presentation Skills: Basic Techniques,Presentation Skills: Presentation of Data in Engineering,Presentation Skills: Group Applications,Analysis of Journal and Conference Articles in Engineering. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Recognizes the rules to be considered in written communication | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Evaluates the importance of communication in academic life | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | E |
| Analyzes an English paragraph structure | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Analyzes an English article structure | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Recognizes the correct way of citation and avoidance of plagiarism in academic articles | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Academic Communication Skills | |
| 2 | Academic Style and Vocabulary in Engineering | |
| 3 | Sentence and Expression Structures in Academic Writing | |
| 4 | Organizational Structure in Academic Writing | |
| 5 | Paragraph Structures | |
| 6 | Steps Before Academic Writing | |
| 7 | Importance of Bibliography in Academic Writing: Avoiding Plagiarism | |
| 8 | How to Write Laboratory Reports? | |
| 9 | Impressive Writing: Content and Style | |
| 10 | Essay Writing | |
| 11 | Presentation Skills: Basic Techniques | |
| 12 | Presentation Skills: Presentation of Data in Engineering | |
| 13 | Presentation Skills: Group Applications | |
| 14 | Analysis of Journal and Conference Articles in Engineering |
| Resources |
| Various course materials collected by the instructor |
| Bailey, S. (2006), Academic Writing, A Handbook for International Students, Second edition, Routledge (Taylor & Francis Group) Swales,J.M.,&Feak,C.B (2004), Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills (2ndEds). Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press. Hinkel, E. (2003) Teaching Academic ESL Writing: Practical Techniques in Vocabulary and Grammar (ESL & Applied Linguistics Professional Series), 1st Edition, Routledge. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | ||||||
| 2 | 2. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems | ||||||
| 3 | 3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability | ||||||
| 4 | 4. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ||||||
| 5 | 5. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data | ||||||
| 6 | 6. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | X | |||||
| 7 | 7. An ability to communicate effectively | X | |||||
| 8 | 8. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | ||||||
| 10 | 10. A knowledge of contemporary issues | ||||||
| 11 | 11. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 30 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 70 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 74 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(74/30) | 2 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC COMMUNICATION SKILLS I | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Elif HOCAOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Mehmet Polat TACAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The main objective of the course is to develop students' writing, reading and presentation skills in English for academic and engineering professions. It includes studies to prepare undergraduate students for their future academic or engineering careers so that they can use professional English in practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Academic Communication Skills,Academic Style and Vocabulary in Engineering,Sentence and Expression Structures in Academic Writing,Organizational Structure in Academic Writing,Paragraph Structures,Steps Before Academic Writing,Importance of Bibliography in Academic Writing: Avoiding Plagiarism,How to Write Laboratory Reports?,Impressive Writing: Content and Style,Essay Writing,Presentation Skills: Basic Techniques,Presentation Skills: Presentation of Data in Engineering,Presentation Skills: Group Applications,Analysis of Journal and Conference Articles in Engineering. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Recognizes the rules to be considered in written communication | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Evaluates the importance of communication in academic life | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | E |
| Analyzes an English paragraph structure | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Analyzes an English article structure | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A |
| Recognizes the correct way of citation and avoidance of plagiarism in academic articles | 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 23, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Academic Communication Skills | |
| 2 | Academic Style and Vocabulary in Engineering | |
| 3 | Sentence and Expression Structures in Academic Writing | |
| 4 | Organizational Structure in Academic Writing | |
| 5 | Paragraph Structures | |
| 6 | Steps Before Academic Writing | |
| 7 | Importance of Bibliography in Academic Writing: Avoiding Plagiarism | |
| 8 | How to Write Laboratory Reports? | |
| 9 | Impressive Writing: Content and Style | |
| 10 | Essay Writing | |
| 11 | Presentation Skills: Basic Techniques | |
| 12 | Presentation Skills: Presentation of Data in Engineering | |
| 13 | Presentation Skills: Group Applications | |
| 14 | Analysis of Journal and Conference Articles in Engineering |
| Resources |
| Various course materials collected by the instructor |
| Bailey, S. (2006), Academic Writing, A Handbook for International Students, Second edition, Routledge (Taylor & Francis Group) Swales,J.M.,&Feak,C.B (2004), Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills (2ndEds). Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press. Hinkel, E. (2003) Teaching Academic ESL Writing: Practical Techniques in Vocabulary and Grammar (ESL & Applied Linguistics Professional Series), 1st Edition, Routledge. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | 1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | ||||||
| 2 | 2. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems | ||||||
| 3 | 3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability | ||||||
| 4 | 4. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ||||||
| 5 | 5. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data | ||||||
| 6 | 6. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | X | |||||
| 7 | 7. An ability to communicate effectively | X | |||||
| 8 | 8. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning | X | |||||
| 9 | 9. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | ||||||
| 10 | 10. A knowledge of contemporary issues | ||||||
| 11 | 11. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 30 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 70 | |
| Total | 100 | |