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PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
GMY224 PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH II 4 2 2 7

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
Level of the Course Unit : , TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to provide the students with the basic ability to read and interpret technical documents that are specific to aviation at the end of this course.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the subjects of definition of Vocational English, Difference of aviation language from other professional languages, Identification/introduction of aviation technical documents, Study on technical vocabulary/grammar subjects, mastering the literature by increasing the capacity of technical words used in aircraft maintenance field, transferring information about ATA Chapter 100 and the explanation and teaching of the first 50 chapters.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Define the basic subjects/terms of Aviation English.
Expression of documents of aviation at the basic level.
Interpret the documents of aviation with the basic level.
Prepare professional correspondences by using aviation literature.
Apply aviation literature in business life.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 - Explaining the importance of English in aviation and introducing technical documents Lecture, Question- Answer, Audio Equipment (like computer )
2 Research on technical words - Study on technical vocabulary/grammar subjects. - Analysing and learning grammar structures used in technical documents. Lecture, Question- Answer.
3 Memorization of technical words - Mastering the literature by increasing the capacity of technical words used in aircraft maintenance field Lecture, Question- Answer.
4 Research on ATA Chapter Transferring information about ATA Chapter 100 and explaining and teaching of the first 30 chapters Lecture, Question- Answer.
5 Analysis of the technical words in ATA Chapter Explaining and teaching of the last 30-60 chapters of ATA Chapter 100 Lecture, Question- Answer, Group Work
6 Analysis of the technical words and grammar in ATA Chapter Explaining and teaching of the last 40 chapters of ATA Chapter 100 Lecture, Question- Answer, Group Work
7 Research on MOE Reading MOE and comprehending the literature and details of MOE Lecture, Question- Answer.
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Research on MEL - Reading MEL, giving general information about and comprehending the details Lecture, Question- Answer.
10 Research on MPD Reading MPD and comprehending the literature and details of MPD Lecture, Question- Answer.
11 Research on Service Bulletin Writing and learning Service Bulletin Lecture, Question- Answer.
12 Research on the technical problems encountered in aviation Technical explanations for overcoming methods of technical problems encountered in aviation in the light of documents Lecture, Question- Answer.
13 Research on the future developments in aviation Teaching technologies assumed to be used in aviation field Lecture, Question- Answer, Group Work
14 Research on the importance of the technical staff responsible in a maintenance centre Scrutinizing the subjects regarding the qualifications of technical staff responsible in a maintenance centre Lecture, Question- Answer, Group Work
15 - Revision -
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Carr, J. C. and Parsons, J. (2007). Success Upper-intermediate. Edinburgh: Pearson Education Limited
Writing Booklet (ELDBU-CDU) (2008)

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the basic concepts of aeronautical standards and rules. (Bloom 1)
4

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Organize teamwork during the collection, interpretation, announcement and application of data related to the field. (Bloom 6)
5

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)
5
2
Choose updated documents, modern techniques and tools required for maintenance applications. (Bloom 2)
5
3
Use maintenance manuals and other sources of information in business life to obtain information about the field
5
4
Determine the actualities of all technical and administrative documents related with the field. (Bloom 1)
4

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use computer software, information and communication technologies at the level required by the field
4
2
Interpret the sketches, scheme, graphics that describe the subject. (Bloom 2)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Develop solutions for problems faced during application. (Bloom 6)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Determine the learning requirements related with his/her field. (Bloom 3)
4
2
Use the lifelong learning principles in occupational development. (Bloom 3)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply the technical drawing knowledge effectively in business life. (Bloom 3)
4
2
By informing the relevant persons and institutions about the related field; state his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions in the field.
4
3
Debate his/her ideas and solution suggestions with experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. (Bloom 2)
3
4
Participate in training related to the field at international level. (Bloom 3)
3
5
Organize activities for the professional development of employees under his/her responsibility. (Bloom 6).
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use the knowledge and skills obtained during undergraduate education in work life. (Bloom 3)
4
2
Solve the problems encountered in his/her field. (Bloom 3)
4
3
Apply the necessary culture of behavior in the areas of quality management and processes and environmental protection and occupational safety (Bloom 3)
4
4
Locate the awareness of safety factor to himself and to the team. (Bloom 1
4

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 2 28
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 3 10 30
Assignment (Homework) 1 25 25
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 30 30
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 25 25
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 36 0 182
Total Workload of the Course Unit 182
Workload (h) / 25.5 7,1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 7,0