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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
INTRODUCTION to LINGUISTICS-Fall Semester4+046
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelShort Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Ferit ACAR
Name of Lecturer(s)Assist.Prof. Ferit ACAR
Assistant(s)
AimIs to familiarize students with the basic concepts of linguistics and to enable them to comprehend the relations between linguistics and translation studies.
Course ContentThis course contains; Basic concepts of linguistics,Historical background of linguistics, Basic concepts of phonology and phonetics,Language and meaning, semantics,Syntax of English language,Language and context, pragmatics.,Language and society, sociolinguistics,Language and social changes,Language and Brain,A brief introduction to speech disorders,Language change,Recent studies in Linguistics,Recent studies in Linguistics,Revision.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1. Will be able to understand basic concepts of linguistics and explain how linguistics contribute to translation studies.13, 14, 19, 9A
1.1. Will be able to explain the sub-branches of linguistics and give examples about them.13, 19, 9A
1.2. Will be able to explain the relationship between linguistics and translation studies.12, 14, 19, 9A
2. Will develop skills in decoding language structure.10, 16, 6, 9A
2.1. By developing the necessary linguistic skills to analyze the structure of language at the levels of sound, word, and sentence, will be able to perform analysis.10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By examining the components of language structure, will be able to explain the structure of language.10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to understand language change and historical processes.10, 16, 6, 9A
3.1. By understanding the historical changes and evolutionary processes of language, will be able to grasp the reasons for language change.10, 16, 6, 9
3.2. By examining the historical development of language, will be able to analyze the evolution of language.10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to analyze world languages and language families.10, 16, 6, 9A
4.1. By studying world languages and language families, will be able to understand the similarities and differences between different languages.10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. By gaining knowledge about language families and language relationships, will be able to evaluate the linguistic diversity encountered in linguistics.10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will comprehend the applications of linguistics.10, 16, 6, 9A
5.1. By understanding different applications of linguistics, will be able to use linguistics in daily life and professional contexts. 10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. By learning linguistic applications, will be able to apply linguistic knowledge to real-world problems.10, 16, 6, 9
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1 Basic concepts of linguistics
2Historical background of linguistics
3 Basic concepts of phonology and phonetics
4Language and meaning, semantics
5Syntax of English language
6Language and context, pragmatics.
7Language and society, sociolinguistics
8Language and social changes
9Language and Brain
10A brief introduction to speech disorders
11Language change
12Recent studies in Linguistics
13Recent studies in Linguistics
14Revision
Resources
Powerpoint presentation documents.
Aitchison, J. (1999) Linguistics, 5th edition. London: Hodder Headline, Teach Yourself Books.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Has theoretical knowledge about translation studies.
2
Has knowledge about English language structure and theories.
X
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
X
5
Has theoretical knowledge about the differences between Turkish and English language structures.
X
6
Has the ability to translate literary works, texts in various fields and genres, scientific articles, newspapers and magazines, political, legal, economic, technical and other types of works.
7
To be able to translate the texts he/she encounters within the integrity of meaning and accuracy of expression, using the correct concepts and terms.
8
Will be able to check the translations in terms of accuracy and appropriateness.
9
To be able to use the opportunities offered by information technologies used in the field of translation in order to work more effectively.
10
Can open his/her own translation office and finalize the incoming translations in the best way possible by project planning and organizing his/her team members.
11
They can work as translators and translation editors in organizations such as newspapers, magazines and publishing houses.
12
Critically evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of translation.
13
Improves his/her knowledge of English by reading continuously and increases his/her terminology vocabulary.
14
Use their communication skills in front of crowds of people in consecutive interpreting to do their job in the best and most effective way.
15
They help those who want to learn about translation with advice and suggestions in every environment.
16
Can use the software and hardware developed by information technologies specific to this field and to help those who want to learn.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14456
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report21428
Term Project21632
Presentation of Project / Seminar11515
Quiz000
Midterm Exam11515
General Exam13030
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan11010
Total Workload(Hour)186
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(186/30)6
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
INTRODUCTION to LINGUISTICS-Fall Semester4+046
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelShort Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Ferit ACAR
Name of Lecturer(s)Assist.Prof. Ferit ACAR
Assistant(s)
AimIs to familiarize students with the basic concepts of linguistics and to enable them to comprehend the relations between linguistics and translation studies.
Course ContentThis course contains; Basic concepts of linguistics,Historical background of linguistics, Basic concepts of phonology and phonetics,Language and meaning, semantics,Syntax of English language,Language and context, pragmatics.,Language and society, sociolinguistics,Language and social changes,Language and Brain,A brief introduction to speech disorders,Language change,Recent studies in Linguistics,Recent studies in Linguistics,Revision.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1. Will be able to understand basic concepts of linguistics and explain how linguistics contribute to translation studies.13, 14, 19, 9A
1.1. Will be able to explain the sub-branches of linguistics and give examples about them.13, 19, 9A
1.2. Will be able to explain the relationship between linguistics and translation studies.12, 14, 19, 9A
2. Will develop skills in decoding language structure.10, 16, 6, 9A
2.1. By developing the necessary linguistic skills to analyze the structure of language at the levels of sound, word, and sentence, will be able to perform analysis.10, 16, 6, 9
2.2. By examining the components of language structure, will be able to explain the structure of language.10, 16, 6, 9
3. Will be able to understand language change and historical processes.10, 16, 6, 9A
3.1. By understanding the historical changes and evolutionary processes of language, will be able to grasp the reasons for language change.10, 16, 6, 9
3.2. By examining the historical development of language, will be able to analyze the evolution of language.10, 16, 6, 9
4. Will be able to analyze world languages and language families.10, 16, 6, 9A
4.1. By studying world languages and language families, will be able to understand the similarities and differences between different languages.10, 16, 6, 9
4.2. By gaining knowledge about language families and language relationships, will be able to evaluate the linguistic diversity encountered in linguistics.10, 16, 6, 9
5. Will comprehend the applications of linguistics.10, 16, 6, 9A
5.1. By understanding different applications of linguistics, will be able to use linguistics in daily life and professional contexts. 10, 16, 6, 9
5.2. By learning linguistic applications, will be able to apply linguistic knowledge to real-world problems.10, 16, 6, 9
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1 Basic concepts of linguistics
2Historical background of linguistics
3 Basic concepts of phonology and phonetics
4Language and meaning, semantics
5Syntax of English language
6Language and context, pragmatics.
7Language and society, sociolinguistics
8Language and social changes
9Language and Brain
10A brief introduction to speech disorders
11Language change
12Recent studies in Linguistics
13Recent studies in Linguistics
14Revision
Resources
Powerpoint presentation documents.
Aitchison, J. (1999) Linguistics, 5th edition. London: Hodder Headline, Teach Yourself Books.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Has theoretical knowledge about translation studies.
2
Has knowledge about English language structure and theories.
X
3
Has theoretical knowledge about language and culture.
X
4
Has theoretical and theoretical knowledge about Turkish language structure and theories.
X
5
Has theoretical knowledge about the differences between Turkish and English language structures.
X
6
Has the ability to translate literary works, texts in various fields and genres, scientific articles, newspapers and magazines, political, legal, economic, technical and other types of works.
7
To be able to translate the texts he/she encounters within the integrity of meaning and accuracy of expression, using the correct concepts and terms.
8
Will be able to check the translations in terms of accuracy and appropriateness.
9
To be able to use the opportunities offered by information technologies used in the field of translation in order to work more effectively.
10
Can open his/her own translation office and finalize the incoming translations in the best way possible by project planning and organizing his/her team members.
11
They can work as translators and translation editors in organizations such as newspapers, magazines and publishing houses.
12
Critically evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of translation.
13
Improves his/her knowledge of English by reading continuously and increases his/her terminology vocabulary.
14
Use their communication skills in front of crowds of people in consecutive interpreting to do their job in the best and most effective way.
15
They help those who want to learn about translation with advice and suggestions in every environment.
16
Can use the software and hardware developed by information technologies specific to this field and to help those who want to learn.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100

Numerical Data

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