VOCATIONAL ENGLISH I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
YDL255	VOCATIONAL ENGLISH I	3	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer TAHİR GÜRDİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer GÖZDE SULA AVERBEK
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Teaching professional language knowledge and concepts in English.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Teaching the concept of aviation terms and language through the topics as "Setting the scene", " Basics of radio communication", "Introduction to non-routine situations", "Pre-flight checks", "Delays and problems", "Local conditions", "Airport markings and airside vehicles", "Taxiing and holding", "Weather problems", "Take-off", "Encountering traffic", "Warnings about hazards", "Operational situations", "Unusual events", "Medical situations", "Descent", "Circuit joining", "Approach and landing problems", "Landing incidents", "Runway conditions", "Landing hazards", "Taxiing", "Getting to the gate" and "Clear communication".

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Understanding Air Communication and Communication Protocols
Understanding Pre-Flight Preparations
Managing Ground Movements
Recognizing In-Flight Events
Understanding Communication and Approach Phases
Applying Ground Operations

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading the relevant unit	Introduction To Air Communications	Lecture and Answering the Questions
2	Reading the relevant unit	Pre-Flight 1/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
3	Reading the relevant unit	Pre-Flight 2/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
4	Reading the relevant unit	Ground Movements	Lecture and Answering the Questions
5	Reading the relevant unit	Departure, Climbing, and Cruising 1/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
6	Reading the relevant unit	Departure, Climbing, and Cruising 2/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
7	Reading the relevant unit	Grammar Check & General Review	Lecture and Answering the Questions
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading the relevant unit	En Route Events	Lecture and Answering the Questions
10	Reading the relevant unit	Contact and Approach 1/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
11	Reading the relevant unit	Contact and Approach 2/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
12	Reading the relevant unit	Landing	Lecture and Answering the Questions
13	Reading the relevant unit	On the Ground 1/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
14	Reading the relevant unit	On the Ground 2/2	Lecture and Answering the Questions
15	Reading the relevant unit	Grammar Check & General Review	Lecture and Answering the Questions
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
English for Aviation by Sue Ellis, Terence Gerighty - Oxford (2008)
Dictionary of Aviation by David Crocker - A&C Black(2007)

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to teamwork		1
2	Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively		1
3	Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities	0
4	Develop an awareness for life long learning		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility	0
2	Utilize the theoretical information they have acquired in applications and practices	0

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to have knowledge about sectoral issues.	0
2	Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.	0
3	Within the framework of regulations and procedures for implementation and to find solutions for problems.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil aviation field statistical research skills and the ability to think about, has the ability to foresee the consequences of strategic decisions and develop skills.	0
2	Encountered in practice or as a team member to take responsibility for unforeseen problems	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Change and innovation are welcome.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Critically evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic and is dominated by professional English, has the necessary qualifications to use the operating system in an active way for the profession.						5
2	Developments, will be able to follow trends and forecasts. Follow the latest developments related to the field and profession.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It has the ability to reflect on the ethical and professional responsibilities.	0
2	To analyze information about the area and has the skills to interpret and evaluate.	0

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	5	5
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	124