| INFB English I | Course | INF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturers : |
Herr Hans-Martin Randacek BA Christof Reinecke eMail |
Term | 1 |
| Course Classification : | Informatics Bachelor | CH | 2 |
| Language : | Englisch | Type | E |
| Type of examination : | PVL | Credits | 4 |
| Method of evaluation : | term paper with oral examination | ||
| Requirements : | |||
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| Previous knowledges : | Abitur-level knowledge of English or equivalent level language proficiency examinations | ||
| Aids and special features : | Seminar-type learning environment with varying language exercises using the language laboratories and relevant teaching materials, integrating self-study, online learning and independent Internet research. Mode of assessment 1st semester: Written: CV and application in English, presentation handout Oral presentation Graded: no, must be passed 2nd semester: Course examination (1st semester must be successfully completed beforehand) Graded: yes Overall grade is the course examination grade. | ||
| Teaching aims : | Students will extend their specialist vocabulary in computing and will be able to utilise it in communicative situations. In addition, they will develop listening and speaking skills relevant to their studies and profession that will enable them to take part in English-language lectures and discussions. Their ability to read and process English-language specialist literature will be enhanced; the main focus in developing written language skills will be on forms important for professional situations. In this process, soft skills and intercultural competence will also grow. | ||
| Contents : | Forms of interactive oral and written language on presenting, describing, discussing and evaluating situations, processes and procedures in IT and daily life influenced by IT. | ||
| Literature : | Infotech (Cambridge); English for IT (Oxford); Englisch für Computer- und IT Berufe (Klett); IT Matters (Cornelsen); aktuelle Materialien aus englischsprachigen IT- und Computerzeitschriften | ||