Marine technology English 1 (2 cr)

Objective

The student will improve her/his competence in professional English communication in her/his field. S/he will have a better command of field-related terminology and practise English communication in expert tasks. After completing the course, the student is able to describe and discuss matters related to general occupational safety, describe the construction and operation of some auxiliary engines, and summarise in English professional articles such as study reports.
The student is able to adjust her/his style of communication according to the situation and the other party, as well as the language skills of the people participating in the communication.

Content

Safety in merchant shipping
Auxiliary machinery
Summarising vast source materials in writing and orally

Course material

All materials will be provided by the teacher.

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
The student attends the required number of lessons and completes obligatory assignments as instructed by the teacher.

Independent track:
Each case must be initiated by the student and will be independently decided.

Blended track:
Each case must be initiated by the student and will be independently decided.

Timing of exams and assignments

All re-sit exam dates within 12 months of the end date of the course.

Student workload

2 ECTS credits

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on written assignments.

Qualifications

Participation in this course requires that the student has completed the courses Maritime English 1 and Maritime English 2, or is simultaneously completing them.