Objectives
As the third in a series of four, the subject provides participants with the opportunity to further widen their English language knowledge in general and related to their field of study, Chemical Engineering. It provides further instruc-tion on filling the gaps in general language knowledge and on improving their skills in special areas of English for Academic Purposes, such as academic and business presentations, in order to solidify their foundation and help participants succeed in their academic life and fulfil obligations at the required level during their studies.
Academic results
Knowledge
- • Students have a range of vocabulary enabling them to fulfil their academic tasks.
- • Students are aware of the special language usage required by their studies.
Skills
Attitude
- • strengthen an open mind towards the need for learning Academic English
- • strengthen the need for continuous improvement
- • strengthen critical thinking skills
Independence and responsibility
- • strengthen autonomous learning strategies
Teaching methodology
Lessons involve group collaboration, individual presentation and group discussion. Part of the material needs to be managed in a self-access manner.
Materials supporting learning
- A kurzus tananyaga kiosztott anyagokat, online anyagokat és audio-vizuális elemeket foglal magában. - The teach-ing material is available printed and online, some materials are in audio-visual mode.
General Rules
Evaluation comprises of regular attendance, (30% of lessons can be skipped), active participation in lessons, and completing and submitting assignments at a satisfactory level.
Performance assessment methods
Communication exercises, presentations, assignments
Percentage of performance assessments, conducted during the study period, within the rating
- Communication exercises, presentations, assignments: 100
Percentage of exam elements within the rating
Conditions for obtaining a signature, validity of the signature
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Issuing grades
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 95-100 |
| Very good | 89-94 |
| Good | 76-88 |
| Satisfactory | 63-75 |
| Pass | 50-62 |
| Fail | 0-49 |
Retake and late completion
According to the regulations of the Codes of Studies.
Coursework required for the completion of the subject
| Nature of work | Number of sessions per term |
|---|---|
| participation in contact lessons | 56 |
| preparation for practice sessions | 10 |
| preparation for qualification procedures | 5 |
| preparation of home assignments | 10 |
| autonomous acquisition of self-access materials | 5 |
| preparation for tests | 4 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 06.11.2023.
Topics covered during the term
Technology in use, invention vs. innovation, materials technology, safety measures at labs and factories,
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Additional lecturers
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