Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3İNG201Technical English3+0+034 
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Industrial Engineering
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course By the end of this course, the students are expected to;

1. Demonstrate an understanding of engineering-related terminology, technical vocabulary, and language structures used in academic and professional contexts.
2. Comprehend and interpret engineering-related texts, technical documents, and authentic materials written in English.
3. Communicate effectively in spoken English by describing engineering processes, explaining technical concepts, and discussing profession-specific topics.
4. Produce clear, coherent, and well-structured written texts, including technical descriptions, reports, and explanations related to engineering fields.
5. Apply appropriate English language skills and professional communication strategies to participate effectively in academic and workplace-related engineering contexts.
Course Content This course is designed to develop students’ English language proficiency in engineering-related academic and professional contexts. The course focuses on developing students’ ability to communicate effectively in engineering environments through the integrated practice of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Students will engage with a variety of technical texts, engineering terminology, and profession-specific language structures while improving their ability to understand technical information, describe engineering processes, explain technical concepts, discuss engineering-related issues, and communicate ideas clearly and accurately. The course also aims to enhance students’ technical vocabulary, professional communication skills, and confidence in using English for academic studies and future careers in engineering.
Course Methods and Techniques
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Mehmet Salih YOGUN msalih.yogun@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Bezircioğlu, S. (2023). English for Engineering 2. 1st ed., Blackswan.
Course Notes 1. Bezircioğlu, S. (2023). English for Engineering 2. 1st ed., Blackswan.

Course Category
Engineering %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Assignment 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Assignments 14 5 70
Final examination 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 4 122

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Demonstrate an understanding of engineering-related terminology, technical vocabulary, and language structures used in academic and professional contexts.
2 Comprehend and interpret engineering-related texts, technical documents, and authentic materials written in English.
3 Communicate effectively in spoken English by describing engineering processes, explaining technical concepts, and discussing profession-specific topics.
4 Produce clear, coherent, and well-structured written texts, including technical descriptions, reports, and explanations related to engineering fields.
5 Apply appropriate English language skills and professional communication strategies to participate effectively in academic and workplace-related engineering contexts.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Unit 1 Module 1 – Innovation
2 Unit 1 Module 3 – Computer Engineering
3 Unit 1 Module 4 – Civil Engineering
4 Unit 4 Module 1 – Aerospace
5 Unit 5 Module 3 – Electrical Engineering
6 Unit 3 Module 2 – Industrial Engineering
7 Unit 6 Module 1 – Alternative/Renewable Energy Engineering
8 Mid-Term Exam Week
9 Unit 6 Module 2 – Nano Engineering
10 Unit 2 Module 1 – Mechanical Engineering
11 Unit 7 Module 3 – Materials Engineering
12 Unit 8 Module 2 – Computer Engineering
13 Unit 8 Module 3 – Robotics Engineering
14 Unit 10 Module 1 – Communication
15 Unit 10 Module 3 – Mind-Mapping Techniques

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16 P17 P18 P19 P20 P21 P22 P23 P24
C1 3 3
C2 3 2
C3 5
C4 3 4
C5 5 3

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant