CIVIL ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ELT5008	Language Awareness and Analysis	Fall	3	0	3	8

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ENİSA MEDE
Course Lecturer(s):	Prof. Dr. KENAN DİKİLİTAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	Written and spoken English-language texts will serve as a foundation for exploration into the elements that determine meaning, tone, rhetoric and strength of expression. Students, too, will produce original spoken and written texts that highlight their understanding of these topics. A variety of readings will expose students to various genres and registers. In addition, the course will draw students’ attention to the use of language in advertising, media, politics to engender specific outcomes and shape cultural values.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning outcomes for successful students of ELT 5008 include the following:

1. The ability to identify key elements of written and spoken language, including tone, genre, and lexical choice

2. A deeper understanding of rhetorical patterns found across a variety of texts.

3. An awareness of cultural influences on rhetorical patterns

4. The strengthening of written and spoken English skills according to this awareness

5. An appreciation for foreign students' different approaches to expression

Course Content

The course will focus on various genres and rhetorical styles of written and spoken language. Language will be explored vis-à-vis its role in politics, media, advertising, and cultural contrast. Students will demonstrate their understanding of the specified topics through presentations, papers, and projects.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Course Introduction; Critical Reading	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 116-123: The Prescriptive Tradition by David Crystal
2)	Writing for an audience	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 139-143: Linda Flower
3)	Contrastive Rhetoric and Language Teaching	Kaplan, Robert B. (1966). Cultural thought patterns in inter-cultural education. Language Learning, 18, 1-20. Contrastive Rhetoric in Applied Linguistics (Conner & Long Chapter 2)
4)	Discourse analysis through the Discourse Matrix	Mackie, A. & Bullock, C. (1990). Discourse matrix: A practical tool for ESL writing teachers. TESL Canada Journal/Revue TESL du Canada 8, 1, 67-76.
5)	Contrastive Rhetoric through the years: from Kaplan to the present day	Historical Evaluation of Contrastive Rhetoric (Conner & Long Chapter 3)
6)	Contrastive Rhetoric and the Field of Rhetoric and Composition	Conner & Long Chapter 4
7)	Writing: the Transaction	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 144-154
8)	Language and culture	The Language-Culture Connection (Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 309-337); A Mosaic of Cultures in Language (Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 338-396)
9)	Personal Names: Making Family Connections	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 179-214
10)	The Nature of Prejudicial Language	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 243-271
11)	Language, Race, and Gender	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 272-308
12)	The Language of Politics	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 525-553
13)	Jargon, Political Correctness, Doublespeak and Euphemism	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 465-524
14)	The Language of Advertising	Escholz, Rosa, Clark pp. 565-608

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Eschholz, P., Rosa, A. & Clark, V. (2000). Language Awareness: Readings for College Writers. Boston; New York: Bedford’s/Saint Martin’s. Conner, U. & Long, M. H. (1996). Contrastive Rhetoric: Cross-Cultural Aspects of Second-Language Writing. Cambridge (England); New York: Cambridge University Press.
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	10	% 10
Homework Assignments	20	% 40
Presentation	5	% 20
Project	10	% 30
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 30
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Presentations / Seminar	2	15	30
Project	2	20	40
Homework Assignments	3	12	36
Paper Submission	2	20	40
Total Workload			188

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10)	Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions.