English - Basic English for Business and Technology - Global Module B2
Module SZ0408
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of WS 2012/3
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | |
|---|---|
| WS 2015/6 | WS 2012/3 |
Basic Information
SZ0408 is a module in language at which is offered irregularly.
This module description is valid to WS 2021/2.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 90 h | h | 3 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
In this module verb forms such as gerunds and infinitives, reported speech, passives and modal verbs as well as all types of conditionals will be reviewed and practiced. Other grammatical structures covered include compound nouns and prefixes and suffixes. Oral and written communication skills needed in professional life will be introduced and practiced, as well as aspects of intercultural communication needed for achieving professional success. Emphasis is placed on developing strategies for continued learning.
Learning Outcome
After completion of this module, students can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their fields of specialization; they can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party; they can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Corresponds to B2 of the CER.
Preconditions
Ability to begin work at the B2 level of the GER as evidenced by a score in the range of 40 – 60 percent on the placement test at www.moodle.tum.de. (Please check current announcements as the exact percentages may vary each semester.)
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
WS 2021/2
SS 2021
WS 2020/1
SS 2020
WS 2019/20
SS 2019
WS 2018/9
SS 2018
WS 2017/8
SS 2017
WS 2016/7
SS 2016
WS 2015/6
SS 2015
WS 2014/5
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 2 | English - Basic English for Business and Technology - Global Module B2 | Hamzi-Schmidt, E. | dates in groups |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Communicative and skills oriented treatment of topics with use of group discussion, case studies, presentations, writing workshops, listening exercises, and pair work encourage active use of language, as well as opportunities for feedback.
Media
Textbook, online learning platform such as www.moodle.tum.de, Macmillan English Campus online resources (www.mec-3.com/tum), presentations, film viewings and audio practice.
Literature
Textbook to be announced in the course description. Handouts.
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
Assessement is based on: two written homework assignments for a total of 50% (based on multiple drafts to encourage learning by means of revision) in which students are able to produce clear, detailed text on a topic related to their fields of study and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options; a presentation (including a handout and visual aids) 25% in which oral fluency is demonstrated and an ability to conduct technical discussions in their fields of specialization; a final written examination 25% which they demonstrate that they understand the main ideas of complex text in their field on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions, and can express their opinions using a wide range of grammatical structures and collocations accurately. Dictionaries and other aids may not be used during the exam. Duration of the final examination: 60 minutes.