Course aims:

The capacity to identify and analyze different texts specific to technical language.
The oral or written argumentation of opinions in diverse communication situations adequate to technical language.
Obtaining written and oral communication skills in technical language using the linguistic norms of the English language correctly and appropriately.

Course Entry Requirements:

Lower intermediate level of English

Course contents:

1. WHAT IS ENGINEERING

2. SHAPES

3. METHOD

4. ROUTINES

5. PLANS

6. NEW JOB

7. LIMITS

8. PRODUCTS

9. EQUIPMENT

10. INFRASTRUCTURE

11. MANUFACTURING

12. COMMUNICATIONS

13. SAFETY

14. TECHNICAL SUPPORT

 

Teaching methods:

Learning through discussion, Debating, Problem-based learning

Learning outcomes:

The practical use of the English language through the translation of specialized texts, the drafting of communications.

Fluent oral expression in different communication situations specific to technical language.

Correct and appropriate written expression in different communication situations.

 

Learning outcomes verification and assessment criteria:

Oral examination at the end of the semestre

Recommended reading:

Askeland, D. R., The science and engineering of materials, Nelson Thomas Ltd., New York, 2001, 949.
Mark Ibbotson, Engineering Technical English for Professionals, University Press, Cambridge, Oxford, 2009, 148.
Ionela IONIȚIU, English for Civil Engineering, Editura Universitară, București, 2020, 209.