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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS 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
GEP0411 Modern Chinese I Spring 3 0 3 5
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: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor MÜGE GÜNEŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The goal of this course is to help students pronounce Hanyu Pinyin and tones correctly.The beginner level of Chinese language aims to achieve speaking, listening ability and recognize main Chinese radicals and write 50 characters.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course;
o will be able to use Hanyu Pinyin to pronounce Chinese language.
o will be able to understand sentences concerning himself/herself and family.
o will be able to express themselves in areas of immediate needs.
o will be able to recognize and manage to write more than 50 Chinese characters

Course Content

To introduce Hanyu Pinyin, and tell the difference among tones. Use Present Tense to conduct greetings and everyday conversations.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course presentation, Information about Chinese language and culture, Chinese Phonetic rules Handouts
2) Introduction of Chinese Phonetic Transcription(Pinyin),practicing four tones and variations,combinations of the initals and finals and pronunciation drills Course book, handouts
3) Combinations of the initals and finals,spelling rules,tone marks Sing the Chinese Phonetic Alphabet song Course book, handouts,CD
4) Basic strokes of Chinese characters-writing the strokes,learning some basic Chinese characters and introduction some traditional characters Course book, handouts
5) Revision and Quiz 1 Course book
6) Greetings and leave-taking expressions, some personal pronouns, daily phrases ( 你 好 ! 再见 !) Course book, handouts,CD
7) Classroom Chinese expressions & get to know each other Course book, handouts
8) Verb “to be” ( 是 ) – introducing others, expressing gratitude Course book, handouts
9) Revision and Quiz 2 Course book
10) Simple, yes-no questions (…………. 吗?) Course book, handouts,CD
11) Possessive pronouns, activities (listening and writing practices), Family members Course book, handouts,CD
12) Oral Exam, “Wh” question words-who,numbers,sports Course book
13) New traditional characters,activities(listening and reading practices) Course book, handouts,
14) Review and Quiz 3 Course book

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Learn Chinese With Me – Student’s Book 1 and CD 1
References: Chinese Characters For Beginners and CD, Grammar and Writing Handouts

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Application 1 % 15
Quizzes 3 % 15
Midterms 1 % 20
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
Homework Assignments 14 2 28
Quizzes 3 2 6
Midterms 1 6 6
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 92

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 electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve 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, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
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 engineering solutions.