GEP0412 Modern Chinese IIBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs CIVIL ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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
GEP0412 Modern Chinese II Fall
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 repeat and pronounce the syllables,words and tones that they learned correctly.This level of Chinese language aims to achieve reading, speaking, listening,
writing ability and recognize at least 100 characters.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course;
owill be able to use the simple speaking patterns in daily life.
owill be able to count 1-100, differentiate the amounts and measure words.
owill be able to express themselves and have conversations.
owill be able to recognize and manage to write more than 100 Chinese characters.

Course Content

To recall the general features of the Chinese language, develop vocabulary knowledge, to express oneself better and to focus on reading and writing skills.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Review – Review of 4 tones in Chinese, Combinations of the initals and finals,activities Handouts
2) Have got / has got , How many ? - Measure words (zhang….....) Course book, handouts
3) “Wh” question word (What is this?) – (What is that?), school materials (a CD, two books…………..) Course book, handouts
4) (Whose is that book?), Possessive pronouns - This is my book. 1 – 100 numbers Course book, handouts,CD
5) Revision and Quiz 1 Course book
6) Looking for someone – (Where are they?) “Happy birthday to you!..........” Course book,CD handouts
7) Expressing one’s mood and feelings – (I’m very happy today.) …………………..with……………........ Course book,CD handouts
8) Inquring about and offering age information (How old are you?) – I’m ………. years old. Verb + not ( 不 ) + verb Course book,CD handouts
9) Revision and Quiz 2 Course book
10) Introducing oneself - My surname …………………. Explaining where you come from. - I come from ………… Course book, handouts
11) Countries, activities (listening,reading and writing practices) Course book,CD handouts
12) Oral Exam, activities (listening,reading and writing practices) Course book
13) Expressing welcome - Welcome to my home!....... Course book, handouts
14) Review and Quiz 3 Course book

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Learn Chinese With Me – Öğrenci Kitabı 1 ve CD 1 / Learn Chinese With Me – Student’s Book 1 and CD 2
References: Chinese Characters For Beginners ve CD, Gramer ve Yazı için çalışma kağıtları / Chinese Characters For Beginners and CD, Grammar and Writing Handouts

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 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 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.