| Course Name |
Academic Skills in English II
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Code
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Semester
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Theory
(hour/week) |
Application/Lab
(hour/week) |
Local Credits
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ECTS
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ENG 102
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Spring
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2
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2
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3
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4
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| Prerequisites |
None
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| Course Language |
English
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| Course Type |
Required
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| Course Level |
First Cycle
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| Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
| Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | Group WorkQ&ACritical feedbackLecture / Presentation | |||||
| National Occupation Classification | - | |||||
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| Course Lecturer(s) |
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| Assistant(s) | - | |||||
| Course Objectives | This course aims at preparing students to use academic skills in English. |
| Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Description | ENG 102 is a compulsory course for first year students. ENG 102 focuses on the cognitive skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking. Students' academic listening skills will be improved by listening to important / relevant information from lectures or discussions and reading skills by reading recent academic texts and then using this information to create an output task. Speaking focuses on giving presentations and students get prepared to express their ideas and opinions by speaking persuasively and coherently. The writing component is a consolidation of the speaking activities. |
| Related Sustainable Development Goals |
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Core Courses | |
| Major Area Courses | ||
| Supportive Courses | ||
| Media and Management Skills Courses | ||
| Transferable Skill Courses |
X
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| Week | Subjects | Related Preparation |
| 1 | Introduction: Course objectives and assessment / Unit I: Introduction to Research - Part A-B | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 16-20 |
| 2 | Unit I: Introduction to Research - Part C-D-E | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 20-30 |
| 3 | Unit I: Introduction to Research - Part E | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 30-38 |
| 4 | Unit I: Introduction to Research - Part F - End of unit test | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 39-48 |
| 5 | Unit II: Computer Security - Part A-B | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 52-61 |
| 6 | Unit II: Computer Security - Part C-D-E | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 61-70 |
| 7 | Unit II: Computer Security - Presentation 1 | |
| 8 | Midterm Exam Week | |
| 9 | Unit III: Phony Pharmaceuticals - Part A-B-C | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 84-94 |
| 10 | Unit III: Phony Pharmaceuticals - Part D-E | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 94-104 |
| 11 | Unit III: Phony Pharmaceuticals - Part F- End of Unit Test | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 105-113 |
| 12 | Unit III: Phony Pharmaceuticals - Presentation 2 | |
| 13 | Unit IV: Animal Testing - Part A-B-C-D | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 116-128 |
| 14 | Unit IV: Animal Testing - Part E-F | Afacan,A. & Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. Pp: 129-140 |
| 15 | Unit IV: Animal Testing - Presentation 3 | |
| 16 | Review of the Semester |
| Course Notes/Textbooks | Afacan,A. , Akpınar Wilsing,N. (2026). Anchor 2: Reinforcing English Language Skills in an Academic Context. (A. Yürekli, Ed.). Izmir: Izmir University of Economics. ISBN: 9786057025791 |
| Suggested Readings/Materials | Supplementary material to be prepared when necessary by the course instructors |
| Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing |
| Participation |
1
|
20
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| Laboratory / Application | ||
| Field Work | ||
| Quizzes / Studio Critiques | ||
| Portfolio | ||
| Homework / Assignments | ||
| Presentation / Jury |
1
|
10
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| Project |
1
|
15
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| Seminar / Workshop | ||
| Oral Exams |
1
|
25
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| Midterm |
1
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30
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| Final Exam | ||
| Total |
| Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
5
|
100
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| Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade | ||
| Total |
| Semester Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
|
2
|
32
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| Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours) |
16
|
2
|
32
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| Study Hours Out of Class |
16
|
2
|
32
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| Field Work |
0
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| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
0
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| Portfolio |
0
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| Homework / Assignments |
0
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| Presentation / Jury |
1
|
4
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4
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| Project |
0
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| Seminar / Workshop |
1
|
5
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5
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| Oral Exam |
1
|
7
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7
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| Midterms |
1
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5
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5
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| Final Exam |
0
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| Total |
117
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Program Competencies/Outcomes |
* Contribution Level
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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| 1 |
Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computer computation, and topics specific to related engineering disciplines; the ability to use this knowledge in solving complex engineering problems |
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| 2 |
Problem Analysis: The ability to define, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems by using fundamental science, mathematics, and engineering knowledge, while considering the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem. |
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| 3 |
Engineering Design: The ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products that meet present and future requirements, considering realistic constraints and conditions. |
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| 4 |
Use of Techniques and Tools: The ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and information technology tools, including prediction and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations |
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| 5 |
Research and Investigation: The ability to use research methods, including literature review, designing experiments, conducting experiments, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting results, for the investigation of complex engineering problems. |
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| 6 |
Global Impact of Engineering Practices: Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the scope of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions |
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| 7 |
Ethical Behavior: Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession; knowledge of ethical responsibility; awareness of acting impartially and inclusively, without discrimination in any matter. (FENG101) |
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| 8 |
Individual and Team Work: The ability to work effectively as an individual and as a member or leader of both intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams (whether face-to-face, remote, or hybrid). |
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| 9 |
Verbal and Written Communication: Taking into account the various differences of the target audience (such as education, language, profession), particularly in technical matters. |
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| 10 |
Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation. |
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| 11 |
Lifelong Learning: The ability to learn independently and continuously, adapt to new and emerging technologies, and think critically about technological changes. |
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X
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