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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ACL1001 Introduction to English Literature I Fall 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

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 HATİCE ÖVGÜ TÜZÜN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HATİCE ÖVGÜ TÜZÜN
Recommended Optional Program Components: none
Course Objectives: Students will identify and trace the development of English literature from the beginnings till the 17th century.Throughout the semester, they will learn to read literary texts closely and critically. They will learn to analyze the texts they read within the given historical context. They will also learn to read, understand, and critique analytical literary essays as well as recognize and assess the elements of different poetic genres.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeed in this course;
* will be able to understand the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers
* will be able to examine works of English literature within the specific socio-historical contexts in which they were written.
*will be able to identify and explain literary devices used in texts
* will be able to analyze literary texts critically

Course Content

Literary texts written in the Old English
period, Middle English period, 14th, 15th, 16th
and 17th century.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course None
2) Beowulf Reading
3) Beowulf Reading
4) Sir Gawain and The Green Knight Reading
5) Sir Gawain and the Green Knight Reading
6) The General Prologue from Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer Reading
7) Loving in Truth by Sir Philip Sydney Reading
8) Review Reading
9) Sonnets 18 and 130 by William Shakespeare Reading
10) They Flee From Me by Thomas Wyatt Reading
11) The Good Morrow by John Donne Reading
12) To His Coy Mistress by Andrew Marvell Reading
13) From Paradise Lost by John Milton (Book I) Reading
14) From Paradise Lost by John Milton (Book I) Reading
15) Final Reading
16) Final Reading

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Norton Anthology of English Literature
References: none

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 16 % 10
Quizzes 3 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 15 2 30
Quizzes 3 9 27
Midterms 1 20 20
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 149

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 of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose
3) Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.