•   English Professional Skills 5021135-3006 29.08.2022-16.12.2022  3 credits  (MKEMIS20) +-
    Competence objectives of study unit
    The student can function in English-language situations typically encountered within the field both in speaking and in writing. The student uses a varied range of language tools and strategies to develop his/her language skills within an authentic professional context. S/he can use field-related terminology and relevant written and spoken text types and registers. The student can realistically assess his/her English communication skills and needs for development, and can act accordingly. Level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is aimed at.
    Content of study unit
    Information is sought and retrieved from various kinds of English-language sources, and processed to produce reports, talks and other relevant output. The more demanding field-specific text types are studied. Presentation skills are enhanced. The demands of an international working environment are pondered. The study unit is partly integrated with studies in chemical engineering and materials technology.
    Teacher(s) in charge

    Sari Loppela-Rauha

    Learning material

    Links to materials can be found in itslearning. Some material is provided by the students themselves.

    Learning methods

    The topics dealt with both in speaking and in writing are related to the content matter within the student's study programme.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    One pre-class task (Instrumentation skills profile), two detailed course tasks (instrument/device/system mastery from two different viewpoints), in-class presentation, and one post-course task.
    All tasks need to be completed acceptably as instructed on the itslearning platform.
    Spoken and written work of equal importance.

    Teaching language

    Finnish

    Timing

    29.08.2022 - 16.12.2022

    Enrollment date range

    01.06.2022 - 09.09.2022

    Group(s)
    • MKEMIS20
    Seats

    10 - 30

    Responsible unit

    Engineering and Business

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Sari Loppela-Rauha

    Additional information

    Compulsory attendance

    Degree Programme(s)

    Kemiantekniikan koulutus (not translated)

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    2.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    None

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    The course is assessed continuously based on tasks and active attendance. There is no final exam and thus also no retake exam. Possibly some small tests on limited subject area content (homework material) along the way.

    Pedagogic approaches

    This is a skills subject and skills need to be practised. Webcam + microphone needed for online sessions, if any.
    Note that all assignments include dealing with the topic both orally and in writing. For successful task completion, both components need to be taken care of. Thus, attendance in class meetings is necessary.
    Language use and thinking skills are interrelated, which is why the course aims to provide food for thought on various themes.

    Student's schedule and workload

    Practice sessions in the classroom or online
    Independent information retrieval
    Reporting in speaking and in writing

    Content scheduling

    Class meetings, independent work, group work
    - writing professional, field-specific texts
    - presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
    - reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
    - learning and using key terminology of the field
    - becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Tasks not completed or not in compliance with instructions, attendance criteria not met, and/or language issues seriously hampering communication.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    - deficient mastery of language mechanics, e.g. problems with tenses or sentence formation
    - pronunciation issues which hamper understanding
    - message often unclear
    - limited use of vocabulary
    - deficient mastery of register (politeness, appropriate style, choice of words)
    - tasks late or only partly completed
    - little or no contribution to discussion and/or pair work in class
    - references not provided

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    The student has a communicative approach to language and is willing to develop as a language user but lacks proficiency in language mechanics. However, the message is always clear and the student is an active contributor in pair/group discussions. All tasks are done.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    - tasks completed in accordance with instructions and by due date
    - close to error-free mastery of language mechanics (CEFR C)
    - clear pronunciation
    - message coherent and clear
    - good grasp of text structure
    - versatile use of vocabulary
    - good grasp of register (politeness, appropriate style)
    - active contribution to class discussions and pair work
    - correct use of references