IT EnglishLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Students are able to communicate assertively in English in the professional context, paying attention to the demands of the situation, and are also able to manage in unexpected situations. Students are familiar with the main concepts of the field and can utilise their language skills in tasks requiring expertise. The target level is B2 in the European Framework (CEF) also in work-related situations. The prerequisite for the course is grade cum laude in the Finnish matriculation examination, level B2 in the entrance level test, or a pass grade in the preparatory course. Students who have been instructed to participate in the preparatory course must pass the preparatory course before they can take the exam for this course. It is advisable to pass the preparatory course before starting this course. After the successful completion of this course, students: are able to evaluate their own learning, evaluate the success of communication situations, and apply their skills in new situations are able to efficiently use language tools (eg. Internet dictionaries, search machines, and proof-reading tools) are able to adapt their communication style according to the situation, interlocutor, and language skills of participants are aware of the impact of culture on communication.   are able in English: to explain their views on topics and trends related to ICT by using the appropriate field-specific terminology describe plans, working methods and processes in ICT discuss information security and threats participate in an ICT related meeting summarise an ICT related article both verbally and in written form.

Content

Common content   learning skills  using language tools  applying for a job, including description of one’s education and    competence  email and telephone communication  description of a company/organisation  writing an abstract for the Bachelor’s thesis  independent revision of grammar using Opinaika pages and instructions available in Moodle  reinforcing clear and natural pronunciation Field-specific content:   describing hardware, software and data communications technology discussing topics related to information security and security threats introducing and explaining working methods, techniques and professions in ICT  participating in a meeting that requires professional expertise: meeting procedures and phrases  

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The targets of the assessment are described in the implementation of the course. Scale: Excellent (5), good (4-3), pass (2-1),  fail (0). Grades 3-5 require language skills in the European B2 level. Active participation in the tuition is a prerequisite for passing the course. Active participation means the following: •    The student attends 75% of the amount of contact lessons unless the course implementation informs otherwise.  The language lecturers record attendances in attendance registers. A course that is failed due to too many absences cannot be resat by retaking the exam. Instead, the student has to attend the course again. •    The student makes sure that they have the study material (e.g. the textbook) specified in the curriculum. •    The student takes part in the activities instructed by the lecturer in the contact lessons. •    The student completes the given homework according to the lecturer's instructions and on time.