Perustieteiden korkeakoulun järjestämä opetus

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1 Perustieteiden korkeakoulun järjestämä opetus Undervisning ordnad av högskolan för teknikvetenskaper

2 Sisällysluettelo Sisällysluettelo 2 Aalto University, Kielikeskus (KIE) 3 Kie-98 Lääketieteellisen tekniikan ja laskennallisen tieteen laitos (LL) 92 Becs-114, Tfy-99 Matematiikan ja systeemianalyysin laitos (MS) 118 Mat-1, Mat-2, Mat-5 Mediatekniikan laitos (ME) 179 Inf-0, T-0, T-75, T-111 Teknillisen fysiikan laitos (F) 203 Tfy-0, Tfy-3, Tfy-56, Tfy-105, Tfy-125 Tietojenkäsittelytieteen laitos (TKT) 242 T-0, T-61, T-79 Tietotekniikan laitos (T) 271 T-0, T-76, T-86, T-106, T-109, T-110, T-121, T-128 Tuotantotalouden laitos (TU) 335 TU-0, TU-22, TU-53, TU-91, TU-124 Innehållsförteckning Innehållsförteckning 2 Aalto University, Språkcentret (KIE) 3 Kie-98 Institutionen för medicinsk teknik och beräkningsvetenskap (LL) 92 Becs-114, Tfy-99 Institutionen för matematik och systemanalys (MS) 118 Mat-1, Mat-2, Mat-5 Institutionen för mediateknik (ME) 179 Inf-0, T-0, T-75, T-111 Institutionen för teknisk fysik (F) 203 Tfy-0, Tfy-3, Tfy-56, Tfy-105, Tfy-125 Institutionen för datavetenskap (TKT) 242 T-0, T-61, T-79 Institutionen för datateknik (T) 271 T-0, T-76, T-86, T-106, T-109, T-110, T-121, T-128 Institutionen för produktionsekonomi (TU) 335 TU-0, TU-22, TU-53, TU-91, TU-124 Lukuvuoden opetusohjelmien kurssitiedot julkaistiin WebOodissa. Kurssitiedot on otettu WebOodista Viimeiset kurssitiedot löytää aina WebOodissa/Nopassa. Koonut: Sähkötekniikan korkeakoulu advisors-elec@aalto.fi Undervisningsprogrammens kursinformation för läsåret publicerades i WebOodi. Kursinformationen är hämtad från WebOodi Den senaste kursinformationen hittas alltid i WebOodi/Noppa. Sammanställt av: Högskolan för elektroteknik advisors-elec@aalto.fi 2

3 Aalto University, Kielikeskus (KIE) Aalto-University, Språkcentret Aalto-University, Language Centre Aalto University, Kielikeskus 3

4 Kie Kielen opintokokonaisuuden kirjallinen ja suullinen raportti (1 op) Vastuuopettaja: Kyseisen kielen kordinaattori/ puheviestinnän koordinaattori Sisältö: Kielen opintokokonaisuuteen kuuluva suullinen ja kirjallinen raportti opiskelusta tai työskentelystä kohdekielisessä maassa. Viestinnän opintokokonaisuuteen kuuluva suullinen ja kirjallinen raportti koskee työssä ja harrastuksissa hankittuja viestintätaitoja. Raportti sisältää myös viestintätaitojen kehittämissuunnitelman. Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Lisätietoja: Ohjeet raportin laadintaan antaa kyseessä olevan aineen koordinaattori. Kie Activate your English 1 (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Laura Mendoza Opetusperiodi: Lectured on demand Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Small-group instruction 26 hrs + independent work 26 hrs Osaamistavoitteet: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Discuss everyday topics and justify their opinions in informal contexts - Employ a range of conversational strategies to participate in or lead an informal discussion - Apply strategies to improve the clarity of their speech Sisältö: The purpose of this course is to improve the students' confidence in using spoken English in informal contexts. The course covers strategies and phraseology for politeness and other language functions, such as agreeing/disagreeing, giving opinions, and checking understanding. Students practice their communication skills and conversational strategies by participating in interactive tasks and giving short talks, both planned and unplanned, in a supportive environment. Through these activities, they enhance their vocabulary in everyday topics. Students also practice pronunciation both in class and through self-study assignments, focusing especially on the sound system of English as well as stress and rhythm. - Active classroom participation 20% - Speaking tasks 30% - Pronunciation assignments 30% - Quizzes 20% Oppimateriaali: Provided by the teacher Korvaavuudet: Kie Pronounce Clearly (1 ects), Kie Speak Confidently (1 ects) CEFR-taso: A2-B1 Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: English Lisätietoja: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Activate your English 2 (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Laura Mendoza Kie Skriftlig och muntlig rapport för studiehelheten i språk (1 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Koordinator i det angivna språket eller i talkommunikation Innehåll: En muntlig och skriftlig rapport om studier eller arbete i målspråkslandet. En muntlig och skriftlig rapport om kommunikationsfärdigheter inhämtade i arbete och hobbyer. Rapporten innehåller också en utvecklingsplan för kommunikationsfärdigheter. Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: Instruktioner för rapporten fås av koordinatorn i det angivna ämnet. Kie Activate your English 1 (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: Lectured on demand Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 26 hrs + independent work 26 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to Discuss everyday topics and justify their opinions in informal contexts Employ a range of conversational strategies to participate in or lead an informal discussion Apply strategies to improve the clarity of their speech Innehåll: The purpose of this course is to improve the students' confidence in using spoken English in informal contexts. The course covers strategies and phraseology for politeness and other language functions, such as agreeing/disagreeing, giving opinions, and checking understanding. Students practice their communication skills and conversational strategies by participating in interactive tasks and giving short talks, both planned and unplanned, in a supportive environment. Through these activities, they enhance their vocabulary in everyday topics. Students also practice pronunciation both in class and through self-study assignments, focusing especially on the sound system of English as well as stress and rhythm. Active classroom participation 20% Speaking tasks 30% Pronunciation assignments 30% Quizzes 20% Läromedel: Provided by the teacher Ersättande prestationer: Kie Pronounce Clearly (1 ects), Kie Speak Confidently (1 ects) Studieperiodens webbplats: The course home page can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: A2-B1 Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Activate your English 2 (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza 1 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 4

5 Opetusperiodi: Lectured on demand Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Small-group instruction 26 hrs + independent work 26 hrs Osaamistavoitteet: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply lexical and grammar rules to improve the accuracy of their language - Express their ideas and opinions in planned and unplanned speaking activities - Employ a variety of learner resources and strategies to enhance their vocabulary and other aspects of language Sisältö: Content: The purpose of this course is to refresh and improve the students' general English skills in a supportive environment. During the course, students revise essential items of grammar, such as articles, verb tenses, word order and prepositions. They practice using English for written and spoken communication through composing several written tasks, as well as by participating in group discussions and preparing a short talk. Through these activities, they also build their vocabulary. In addition, students define independent learning objectives in their language proficiency and vocabulary development, familiarizing themselves with strategies and on-line materials to achieve the objectives. Through a learning diary, they also reflect on their learning process. Assessment methods and criteria: - Active classroom participation 25% - Written assignments 30% - Speaking assignments 20% - Learning Diary 25% Oppimateriaali: To be announced at the start of the course. Korvaavuudet: Kie Activate your English (2 ects) CEFR-taso: A2-B1 Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: English Lisätietoja: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Talking Technology (o) (2 cr) Responsible teacher: Laura Mendoza, Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I, II, III, IV Workload: Small-group instruction 26hrs + independent work 28hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to - Deliver a short, clear presentation to a non-expert audience - Apply strategies to organize and present ideas clearly - Apply strategies for effective communication - Reflect and give feedback to peers Content: The aim of this course is for students to develop presentation skills. During the course, students go through the process of planning an oral presentation Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: Lectured on demand Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 26 hrs + independent work 26 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply lexical and grammar rules to improve the accuracy of their language - Express their ideas and opinions in planned and unplanned speaking activities - Employ a variety of learner resources and strategies to enhance their vocabulary and other aspects of language Innehåll: Content: The purpose of this course is to refresh and improve the students' general English skills in a supportive environment. During the course, students revise essential items of grammar, such as articles, verb tenses, word order and prepositions. They practice using English for written and spoken communication through composing several written tasks, as well as by participating in group discussions and preparing a short talk. Through these activities, they also build their vocabulary. In addition, students define independent learning objectives in their language proficiency and vocabulary development, familiarizing themselves with strategies and online materials to achieve the objectives. Through a learning diary, they also reflect on their learning process. Assessment methods and criteria: - Active classroom participation 25% - Written assignments 30% - Speaking assignments 20% - Learning Diary 25% Läromedel: To be announced at the start of the course. Ersättande prestationer: Kie Activate your English (2 ects) Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: A2-B1 Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Talking Technology (o) (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Laura Mendoza, Diane Pilkinton- Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: I, II, III, IV Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 26hrs + independent work 28hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to - Deliver a short, clear presentation to a non-expert audience - Apply strategies to organize and present ideas clearly - Apply strategies for effective communication - Reflect and give feedback to peers 2 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 5

6 for a non-expert audience. To achieve this, they work individually, in pairs and in small groups. While working together, students develop skills for spoken interaction and for working in a group or a team. To develop skills for giving presentations, students analyze presentations to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, and practice organizing and presenting information clearly to a target audience. In addition, students give and receive constructive feedback on their work. Assessment Methods and Criteria: Contribution to group and team work 50% Presentation work 50% Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course. CEFR Level: B2 or higher Prerequisites: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Note: This course will no longer be offered starting autumn 2013 Kie Writing in Technology (w) (2 cr) Responsible teacher: Laura Mendoza, Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II, II-III Workload: group instruction 26 hrs + independent study 28 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: - Plan, write, and revise texts aimed at different audiences requiring different levels of description and formality - Construct sentences and paragraphs which are cohesive and easy to read - Use on-line language resources to independently edit one s own text Content: This course aims to introduce writing principles and strategies that are useful for professional purposes. During the course, students write texts that are targeted to audiences with different expectations, representing a variety of contexts. To enhance readability of the texts, students apply organizational patterns, such as problem-solution and comparisoncontrast, as well as employ other writing principles that make comprehension of sentences and paragraphs easier. In addition, students engage in a writing process which requires giving, getting, and responding to peer feedback. Revision of writing will be further addressed through the use of on-line tools, such as dictionaries, thesauri, and corpora. Assessment Methods and Criteria: - Writing tasks from the planning stage to a final draft (80%) - Quizzes or final exam (20%) Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course. CEFR Level: B2 or higher Innehåll: The aim of this course is for students to develop presentation skills. During the course, students go through the process of planning an oral presentation for a non-expert audience. To achieve this, they work individually, in pairs and in small groups. While working together, students develop skills for spoken interaction and for working in a group or a team. To develop skills for giving presentations, students analyze presentations to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, and practice organizing and presenting information clearly to a target audience. In addition, students give and receive constructive feedback on their work. Contribution to group and team work 50% Presentation work 50% Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course. Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Note: This course will no longer be offered starting autumn 2013 Kie Writing in Technology (w) (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Laura Mendoza, Diane Pilkinton- Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: I-II, II-III Arbetsmängd: group instruction 26 hrs + independent study 28 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: - Plan, write, and revise texts aimed at different audiences requiring different levels of description and formality - Construct sentences and paragraphs which are cohesive and easy to read - Use on-line language resources to independently edit one s own text Innehåll: This course aims to introduce writing principles and strategies that are useful for professional purposes. During the course, students write texts that are targeted to audiences with different expectations, representing a variety of contexts. To enhance readability of the texts, students apply organizational patterns, such as problem-solution and comparison-contrast, as well as employ other writing principles that make comprehension of sentences and paragraphs easier. In addition, students engage in a writing process which requires giving, getting, and responding to peer feedback. Revision of writing will be further addressed through the use of on-line tools, such as dictionaries, thesauri, and corpora. - Writing tasks from the planning stage to a final draft (80%) - Quizzes or final exam (20%) 3 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 6

7 Prerequisites: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: This course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Note: This course will no longer be offered starting autumn Kie Communicating Technology (o,w) (3 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II, III-IV Workload: Small group instruction 36 + independent work 45 Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to - Recognize the strategies and elements that enhance clarity and audience-friendliness in both oral and written communication - Apply these strategies and elements in oral presentations and writing related to their field of study - Distinguish between formal and informal styles of communication Content: This course introduces written and oral communication principles and strategies that are applicable to professional and academic purposes. Students begin by writing on a topic from their own field of study. To enhance readability of the texts, students apply organizational patterns, such as problem-solution, as well as employ other writing principles that make comprehension of sentences and paragraphs easier. Based on their written work, students deliver an oral presentation. As part of the learning process, students analyze presentations to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, as well as practice organizing and presenting information clearly to a non-expert audience. Throughout this course, students work individually, in pairs and in small groups to develop their presentation and writing skills. Moreover, students give and receive constructive feedback on their work and revise it accordingly. Assessment Methods and Criteria: Preparatory assignments 40% Written final paper 30% Final presentation 20% Test 10% Study Material: Provided by the teacher Substitutes for Courses: Kie , Kie CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Language of Instruction: englanti Further Information: This 3-ects course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for oral and written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. If you already have taken 2 ects to cover your written skills, then we recommend completing your foreign language requirements by taking Kie Talking Technology (2 ects) to Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course. Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: This course is recommended for students who have already gained some knowledge in their field of study. Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Note: This course will no longer be offered starting autumn Kie Communicating Technology (o,w) (3 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor s Undervisningsperiod: I-II, III-IV Arbetsmängd: Small group instruction 36 + independent work 45 Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to - Recognize the strategies and elements that enhance clarity and audience-friendliness in both oral and written communication - Apply these strategies and elements in oral presentations and writing related to their field of study - Distinguish between formal and informal styles of communication Innehåll: This course introduces written and oral communication principles and strategies that are applicable to professional and academic purposes. Students begin by writing on a topic from their own field of study. To enhance readability of the texts, students apply organizational patterns, such as problem-solution, as well as employ other writing principles that make comprehension of sentences and paragraphs easier. Based on their written work, students deliver an oral presentation. As part of the learning process, students analyze presentations to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, as well as practice organizing and presenting information clearly to a non-expert audience. Throughout this course, students work individually, in pairs and in small groups to develop their presentation and writing skills. Moreover, students give and receive constructive feedback on their work and revise it accordingly. Preparatory assignments 40% Written final paper 30% Final presentation 20% Test 10% Läromedel: Provided by the teacher Ersättande prestationer: Kie , Kie Studieperiodens webbplats: The course home page can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Undervisningsspråk: engelska 4 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 7

8 complete the oral skills component of your foreign language studies, and vice versa if you have already completed 2 ects of oral skills. This (2 ects) option is available for the academic year only. Kie Persuasive Communication (o,w) (3 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II, III-IV Workload: Small group instruction 36 + independent work 45 Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: - Present, challenge and defend a position on controversial topics from the field of science and technology - Organize arguments clearly, cohesively and concisely in speaking and in writing - Collaborate in team projects Content: Through individual, pair and team work students gain knowledge in persuasive argumentation. They participate in project and individual work, including informal discussions and formal debates on controversial issues from the field of science and technology, while using effective argumentation and justifying their points of view. Students practice structuring speeches, arguments and counterarguments both orally and in writing and understand different types of reasoning behind argumentation. Students analyze speeches and sample texts to identify strengths and weaknesses. During the course, students receive constructive feedback on their own written and spoken argumentation skills, give feedback to others, and reflect on their own performance. Assessment Methods and Criteria: Team presentation 10% Individual project 35% Final debate 40% Learner log / portfolio 15% Study Material: Provided by the teacher Substitutes for Courses: Kie , Kie CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Language of Instruction: englanti Further Information: This 3-ects course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for oral and written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. If you already have taken 2 ects to cover your written skills, then we recommend completing your foreign language requirements by taking Kie Talking Technology (2 ects) to complete the oral skills component of your foreign language studies, and vice versa if you have already completed 2 ects of oral skills. This (2 ects) option is available for the academic year only. Tilläggsinformation: This 3-ects course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for oral and written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. If you already have taken 2 ects to cover your written skills, then we recommend completing your foreign language requirements by taking Kie Talking Technology (2 ects) to complete the oral skills component of your foreign language studies, and vice versa if you have already completed 2 ects of oral skills. This (2 ects) option is available for the academic year only. Kie Persuasive Communication (o,w) (3 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor s Undervisningsperiod: I-II, III-IV Arbetsmängd: Small group instruction 36 + independent work 45 Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: - Present, challenge and defend a position on controversial topics from the field of science and technology - Organize arguments clearly, cohesively and concisely in speaking and in writing - Collaborate in team projects Innehåll: Through individual, pair and team work students gain knowledge in persuasive argumentation. They participate in project and individual work, including informal discussions and formal debates on controversial issues from the field of science and technology, while using effective argumentation and justifying their points of view. Students practice structuring speeches, arguments and counterarguments both orally and in writing and understand different types of reasoning behind argumentation. Students analyze speeches and sample texts to identify strengths and weaknesses. During the course, students receive constructive feedback on their own written and spoken argumentation skills, give feedback to others, and reflect on their own performance. Team presentation 10% Individual project 35% Final debate 40% Learner log / portfolio 15% Läromedel: Provided by the teacher Ersättande prestationer: Kie , Kie Studieperiodens webbplats: The course home page can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Undervisningsspråk: engelska Tilläggsinformation: This 3-ects course fulfills the university regulations on foreign language studies for oral and written skills. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. If you already have taken 2 ects to cover your written skills, then we recommend completing your foreign language requirements by taking Kie Talking Technology (2 ects) to complete the oral skills component of your foreign language studies, and vice versa if you have already 5 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 8

9 completed 2 ects of oral skills. This (2 ects) option is available for the academic year only. Kie Activate your English 3 (2 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Laura Mendoza Teaching period: Lectured on demand. Workload: Small-group instruction 32 hrs + independent work 22 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to Discuss everyday topics and justify their opinions in informal contexts Employ a range of conversational strategies to participate in or lead an informal discussion Apply strategies to improve the clarity of their speech Content: The purpose of this course is to improve the students' confidence in using spoken English in informal contexts. The course covers strategies and phraseology for politeness and other language functions, such as agreeing/disagreeing, giving opinions, and checking understanding. Students practice their communication skills and conversational strategies by participating in interactive tasks and giving short talks, both planned and unplanned, in a supportive environment. Through these activities, they enhance their vocabulary in everyday topics. Students also practice pronunciation both in class and through self-study assignments, focusing especially on the sound system of English as well as stress and rhythm. Assessment Methods and Criteria: Active classroom participation 20% Speaking tasks 30% Pronunciation assignments 30% Quizzes 20% Study Material: Provided by the teacher Substitutes for Courses: Kie Pronounce Clearly (1 ects), Kie Speak Confidently (1 ects) CEFR Level: A2-B1 Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Introduction to Academic Communication for Master's Programs in English (o,w) (V) (V) (3 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II, III-IV Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Demonstrate competences for academic written and spoken communication, such as an understanding of - Using formal language with an academic audience - Ideas/concepts in their fields by providing explanations in their own words Kie Activate your English 3 (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: Lectured on demand. Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 32 hrs + independent work 22 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to Discuss everyday topics and justify their opinions in informal contexts Employ a range of conversational strategies to participate in or lead an informal discussion Apply strategies to improve the clarity of their speech Innehåll: The purpose of this course is to improve the students' confidence in using spoken English in informal contexts. The course covers strategies and phraseology for politeness and other language functions, such as agreeing/disagreeing, giving opinions, and checking understanding. Students practice their communication skills and conversational strategies by participating in interactive tasks and giving short talks, both planned and unplanned, in a supportive environment. Through these activities, they enhance their vocabulary in everyday topics. Students also practice pronunciation both in class and through self-study assignments, focusing especially on the sound system of English as well as stress and rhythm. Active classroom participation 20% Speaking tasks 30% Pronunciation assignments 30% Quizzes 20% Läromedel: Provided by the teacher Ersättande prestationer: Kie Pronounce Clearly (1 ects), Kie Speak Confidently (1 ects) Studieperiodens webbplats: Aalto Noppa + Kie CEFR nivå: A2-B1 Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. The course is especially suitable for students at lower to intermediate levels of proficiency. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Introduction to Academic Communication for Master's Programs in English (o,w) (V) (V) (3 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Master's Undervisningsperiod: I-II, III-IV Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Demonstrate competences for academic written and spoken communication, such as an understanding of - Using formal language with an academic audience 6 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 9

10 - Clear structure and organization of contents - Documenting sources properly - Apply a process approach to the development of their oral and written work Content: The course is intended for graduate students in international master's programs who are not yet in the process of writing their master's theses. The aim of the course is to prepare them for spoken and written academic communication. Written assignments may include strategies for avoiding plagiarism, outlining and structuring paragraphs, as well as developing sentence structures. Spoken tasks focus on the delivery of an effective presentation. During the course, students also give and receive constructive peer feedback. Assessment Methods and Criteria: - Course Assignments 20% - Writing assignment + peer feedback 50% - Oral presentation + peer feedback 30% Study Material: Provided by the teacher Substitutes for Courses: Kie Integrated English course (1-2 ects) CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Writing for Master's Students (w) (V) (V) (3-5 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Jan-Mikael Rybicki; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply discourse conventions common to academic writing in a thesis, such as text flow, style, organization, and citations - Apply a writing process to the composition of a thesis - Revise aspects of academic writing to improve readability Content: The course covers the structure of a thesis and the communicative objectives of the different parts, including which parts invite students' own insights and analyses and which parts are drawn strictly from the literature or empirical data. Accordingly, discourse and writing conventions are introduced to support these two different approaches within the thesis. Such conventions may include structuring information at the sentence, paragraph, and text level, integrating sources properly, and developing skills necessary for independently analyzing and improving one's writing. For improving one's own writing, students are also introduced to web-based tools that can be utilized. The course also supports collaborating on writing, where giving and receiving peer feedback is an essential component. Assessment Methods and Criteria: - Portfolio 40% - Extensive written task 30% - Ideas/concepts in their fields by providing explanations in their own words - Clear structure and organization of contents - Documenting sources properly - Apply a process approach to the development of their oral and written work Innehåll: The course is intended for graduate students in international master's programs who are not yet in the process of writing their master's theses. The aim of the course is to prepare them for spoken and written academic communication. Written assignments may include strategies for avoiding plagiarism, outlining and structuring paragraphs, as well as developing sentence structures. Spoken tasks focus on the delivery of an effective presentation. During the course, students also give and receive constructive peer feedback. - Course Assignments 20% - Writing assignment + peer feedback 50% - Oral presentation + peer feedback 30% Läromedel: Provided by the teacher Ersättande prestationer: Kie Integrated English course (1-2 ects) Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Writing for Master's Students (w) (V) (V) (3-5 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Jan-Mikael Rybicki; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Master's Undervisningsperiod: I-II Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply discourse conventions common to academic writing in a thesis, such as text flow, style, organization, and citations - Apply a writing process to the composition of a thesis - Revise aspects of academic writing to improve readability Innehåll: The course covers the structure of a thesis and the communicative objectives of the different parts, including which parts invite students' own insights and analyses and which parts are drawn strictly from the literature or empirical data. Accordingly, discourse and writing conventions are introduced to support these two different approaches within the thesis. Such conventions may include structuring information at the sentence, paragraph, and text level, integrating sources properly, and developing skills necessary for independently analyzing and improving one's writing. For improving one's own writing, students are also introduced to web-based tools that can be utilized. The course also supports collaborating on writing, where giving and receiving peer feedback is an essential component. 7 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 10

11 - Quizzes 20% - Active participation 10% Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course. Substitutes for Courses: Kie Thesis Writing (2 ects) CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Presenting Doctoral Research (o) P (V) (V) (3-5 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Anya Siddiqi; lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Recognize and produce effective visuals - Adjust and organise their presentation according to purpose and audience - Recognise and apply strategies for moving between points - Evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses as a speaker Content: The course aims to support and develop doctoral students' skills in presenting their research at conferences or seminars. During the course, participants plan and structure their presentation content, design effective visuals, practice and record different versions of their presentation in small groups, while giving and receiving feedback on their visuals, content and language use. In addition, participants utilise appropriate strategies for asking, receiving and deflecting questions from the audience, and also develop aspects of pronunciation to enhance communication. Assessment Methods and Criteria: - Completion of course assignments 30% - Research presentation(s) 35% - Completion of reflective portfolio 35% Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course. Substitutes for Courses: KIE Conference Talk CEFR Level: B2 or higher Prerequisites: The course is intended for doctoral students who have already submitted an abstract. Participants are expected to submit their presentation abstract before the beginning of the course as proof of conference or seminar participation, and to familiarize the instructor with the topics being presented. Evaluation: Pass/Fail Further Information: Participants must attend 80% of the sessions. - Portfolio 40% - Extensive written task 30% - Quizzes 20% - Active participation 10% Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course. Ersättande prestationer: Kie Thesis Writing (2 ects) Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Presenting Doctoral Research (o) P (V) (V) (3-5 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anya Siddiqi; lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Doctoral Undervisningsperiod: I-II Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Recognize and produce effective visuals - Adjust and organise their presentation according to purpose and audience - Recognise and apply strategies for moving between points - Evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses as a speaker Innehåll: The course aims to support and develop doctoral students' skills in presenting their research at conferences or seminars. During the course, participants plan and structure their presentation content, design effective visuals, practice and record different versions of their presentation in small groups, while giving and receiving feedback on their visuals, content and language use. In addition, participants utilise appropriate strategies for asking, receiving and deflecting questions from the audience, and also develop aspects of pronunciation to enhance communication. - Completion of course assignments 30% - Research presentation(s) 35% - Completion of reflective portfolio 35% Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course. Ersättande prestationer: KIE Conference Talk Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: The course is intended for doctoral students who have already submitted an abstract. Participants are expected to submit their presentation abstract before the beginning of the course as proof of conference or seminar participation, and to familiarize the instructor with the topics being presented. 8 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 11

12 Bedömningsskala: Pass/Fail Tilläggsinformation: Participants must attend 80% of the sessions. Kie Writing Doctoral Research (w) P (V) (V) (3-5 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Anya Siddiqi; lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: I-II, III-IV Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to - Better recognize the features of effective academic writing for their own fields - Recognize ineffective sentences and utilize techniques for re-writing them - Analyze sample texts to identify the language conventions and style particular to their own fields of study - Apply cohesive elements at the sentence and paragraph level to increase the flow of the text - Utilize word choice appropriate to formal academic English - Apply appropriate strategies for proofreading their own work Content: This course aims to help doctoral students to develop their academic writing skills for the purpose of writing their thesis and other similar academic works. The coursework focuses on enabling participants to write more effectively and with greater confidence for an international readership. During the course, students are introduced to writing principles that will enable them to develop their academic writing skills. Using the data from the needs analysis, the course instructor will design a course consisting of individual and peer writing, analysis, and criticism, all of which focus on training participants with specific tools for producing written material appropriate to the needs of an international readership. Simultaneously, students will be guided in recognizing stylistic and organizational features of academic writing common to formal written English in their specific fields. As part of feedback, students submit parts of their thesis on their use of these principles in their own writing. In addition, they participate in counseling with the course instructor to discuss their writing. In the needs analysis, participants provide brief details on their academic background, experience in academic writing, reasons for taking the course, expectations, and learning objectives. Participants submit a sample of their writing, e.g. a thesis proposal or a current draft of a part of their thesis. The needs analysis is carried out on the writing sample, which in turn will form the contents for the course. The course instructor will analyze the text for the following: - Internal organization of a text, including sequencing of information, paragraph writing and sentence structures - Appropriateness to the reader (i.e. the target audience), including structuring of material, sentence and paragraph length, and vocabulary choice - Clarity of the message (language structure, referencing, and cohesiveness) - Writing effective sentences, paragraphs as well as abstracts, introductions, and conclusions - Persuasiveness in terms of argumentation - Editing for logic, clarity, and precision Kie Writing Doctoral Research (w) P (V) (V) (3-5 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anya Siddiqi; lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Doctoral Undervisningsperiod: I-II, III-IV Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to - Better recognize the features of effective academic writing for their own fields - Recognize ineffective sentences and utilize techniques for re-writing them - Analyze sample texts to identify the language conventions and style particular to their own fields of study - Apply cohesive elements at the sentence and paragraph level to increase the flow of the text - Utilize word choice appropriate to formal academic English - Apply appropriate strategies for proofreading their own work Innehåll: This course aims to help doctoral students to develop their academic writing skills for the purpose of writing their thesis and other similar academic works. The coursework focuses on enabling participants to write more effectively and with greater confidence for an international readership. During the course, students are introduced to writing principles that will enable them to develop their academic writing skills. Using the data from the needs analysis, the course instructor will design a course consisting of individual and peer writing, analysis, and criticism, all of which focus on training participants with specific tools for producing written material appropriate to the needs of an international readership. Simultaneously, students will be guided in recognizing stylistic and organizational features of academic writing common to formal written English in their specific fields. As part of feedback, students submit parts of their thesis on their use of these principles in their own writing. In addition, they participate in counseling with the course instructor to discuss their writing. In the needs analysis, participants provide brief details on their academic background, experience in academic writing, reasons for taking the course, expectations, and learning objectives. Participants submit a sample of their writing, e.g. a thesis proposal or a current draft of a part of their thesis. The needs analysis is carried out on the writing sample, which in turn will form the contents for the course. The course instructor will analyze the text for the following: - Internal organization of a text, including sequencing of information, paragraph writing and sentence structures - Appropriateness to the reader (i.e. the target audience), including structuring of material, sentence and paragraph length, and vocabulary choice - Clarity of the message (language structure, referencing, and cohesiveness) 9 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 12

13 Assessment Methods and Criteria: Continuous assessment - Regular attendance, completion of writing assignments, completion of course assignments Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course CEFR Level: B2 or higher Prerequisites: The course is intended for doctoral students who have started their research for and/or writing their thesis. Participants must be able to produce examples of their own written work, as this will be a part of the material used in the course. An entry requirement for incoming participants is completing a needs analysis (sent to you upon enrolment) before the first session. Evaluation: Pass/Fail Further Information: Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Intercultural Communication (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: Armando Mendoza Opetusperiodi: II, IV Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Small-group instruction 24 hrs + independent work 30 hrs Osaamistavoitteet: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply major intercultural theories and frameworks to understand differences between cultures and their communication patterns - Recognize features of their own cultural values, assumptions and culturally specific behavior - Identify the different elements that form intercultural competence - Independently explore and analyze cases related to intercultural business settings Sisältö: This course aims to provide a basic understanding of communication between people from different cultures. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to concepts and theories that influence intercultural communication and to activate this knowledge through case studies and hand-on activities. The course activities help students to understand issues related to intercultural communication and to develop their own intercultural competences. Topics covered include the concept of culture, cultural stereotypes and culture shock, cultural values and dimensions, as well as verbal and nonverbal communication. - Active participation 15% - Discussion leading 20% - Journal entries 30% - Group project 35% Oppimateriaali: Selected online readings accessed through Nelli-portaali and in-class handouts CEFR-taso: B2 or higher Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: English Lisätietoja: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. Half of the - Writing effective sentences, paragraphs as well as abstracts, introductions, and conclusions - Persuasiveness in terms of argumentation - Editing for logic, clarity, and precision Continuous assessment - Regular attendance, completion of writing assignments, completion of course assignments Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: The course is intended for doctoral students who have started their research for and/ or writing their thesis. Participants must be able to produce examples of their own written work, as this will be a part of the material used in the course. An entry requirement for incoming participants is completing a needs analysis (sent to you upon enrolment) before the first session. Bedömningsskala: Pass/Fail Tilläggsinformation: Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Intercultural Communication (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Armando Mendoza Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: II, IV Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 24 hrs + independent work 30 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Apply major intercultural theories and frameworks to understand differences between cultures and their communication patterns - Recognize features of their own cultural values, assumptions and culturally specific behavior - Identify the different elements that form intercultural competence - Independently explore and analyze cases related to intercultural business settings Innehåll: This course aims to provide a basic understanding of communication between people from different cultures. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to concepts and theories that influence intercultural communication and to activate this knowledge through case studies and hand-on activities. The course activities help students to understand issues related to intercultural communication and to develop their own intercultural competences. Topics covered include the concept of culture, cultural stereotypes and culture shock, cultural values and dimensions, as well as verbal and non-verbal communication. - Active participation 15% - Discussion leading 20% - Journal entries 30% - Group project 35% Läromedel: Selected online readings accessed through Nelli-portaali and in-class handouts Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. 10 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 13

14 space in the course is reserved for international students. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Industrial Communications (o,w) (V) (V) (3-5 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: II, IV Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Comprehend current industrial changes and how they impact the skills needed in the workplace - Recognize and employ the key intrapersonal and interpersonal skills needed in the workplace - Recognize and apply strategies relevant to internal and external communications - Comprehend and apply industrial lexicon in tasks simulating working life Content: This course aims to provide graduate-level students with a basic understanding of organizational communication, including key functions, tasks and skills needed at the workplace. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to concepts and theories that influence communication in organizational settings and to activate this knowledge through hands-on activities. The activities help students to understand organizational communication behavior and to apply interpersonal and intrapersonal skills relevant to internal and external communications. Through simulations imitating workplace activities, students activate and rehearse socio-emotional skills necessary for effective job performance. Simultaneously, students develop their oral, written, and analytical communication skills. Topics covered in the course include engineering socialization, self-management, social facility, leadership, and the function of corporate communications. Assessment Methods and Criteria: Assessment methods - Oral presentations (15%) - Written assignments (40%) - Active participation and contribution to classroom interaction (20%) - Vocabulary test (20%) - Learner log (5%) Grading criteria - Language proficiency - Message coherence - Socio-emotional impact Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course Substitutes for Courses: Kie Organizational Communication CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Registration for Courses: English Further Information: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. Half of the space in the course is reserved for international students. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Industrial Communications (o,w) (V) (V) (3-5 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Pia Lappalainen; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Master's Undervisningsperiod: II, IV Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Comprehend current industrial changes and how they impact the skills needed in the workplace - Recognize and employ the key intrapersonal and interpersonal skills needed in the workplace - Recognize and apply strategies relevant to internal and external communications - Comprehend and apply industrial lexicon in tasks simulating working life Innehåll: This course aims to provide graduatelevel students with a basic understanding of organizational communication, including key functions, tasks and skills needed at the workplace. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to concepts and theories that influence communication in organizational settings and to activate this knowledge through hands-on activities. The activities help students to understand organizational communication behavior and to apply interpersonal and intrapersonal skills relevant to internal and external communications. Through simulations imitating workplace activities, students activate and rehearse socio-emotional skills necessary for effective job performance. Simultaneously, students develop their oral, written, and analytical communication skills. Topics covered in the course include engineering socialization, self-management, social facility, leadership, and the function of corporate communications. Assessment methods - Oral presentations (15%) - Written assignments (40%) - Active participation and contribution to classroom interaction (20%) - Vocabulary test (20%) - Learner log (5%) Grading criteria - Language proficiency - Message coherence - Socio-emotional impact Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course Ersättande prestationer: Kie Organizational Communication Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: Aalto University, Kielikeskus 14

15 language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Project Communication (o,w) (V) (V) (3-5 cr) Responsible teacher: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Teaching period: Lectured on demand Workload: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Understand how culture can impact communication - Apply effective strategies for group communication, including intercultural and language awareness - Apply a writing process to the production of project documents, such as a project plan, report or review - Apply effective strategies to the delivery of a presentation to a target audience Content: The course aims to raise students' awareness of small-group communication through the introduction of theories and strategies that facilitate working in a culturally diverse setting. Students apply knowledge gained in the course while participating in teamwork. The course covers an introduction to communication skills in task-oriented small-group meetings as well as factors that can affect communication in culturally diverse groups. In addition, it covers ways to approach writing project documents, and strategies for planning and delivering an effective presentation. Assessment Methods and Criteria: - Learning diary 30% - Written assignment 30% - Oral presentation 15% - Contribution to classroom interaction 25% Study Material: To be announced at the onset of the course CEFR Level: B2 or higher Evaluation: 0-5 Further Information: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie English Reading/Writing Test (w) (1 cr) Responsible teacher: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko, Jan- Mikael Rybicki Teaching period: I, II, III, IV Workload: 2 hrs Learning Outcomes: In this exemption test, students demonstrate that they have acquired the skills to - Comprehend academic and professional texts related to the field of science and technology - Produce well-structured and well-organized text for an intended audience in a professional and/or academic situation Anmälning: English Tilläggsinformation: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie Project Communication (o,w) (V) (V) (3-5 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Laura Mendoza; lehtori Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Master's Undervisningsperiod: Lectured on demand Arbetsmängd: Small-group instruction 36 hrs + independent work 45 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to - Understand how culture can impact communication - Apply effective strategies for group communication, including intercultural and language awareness - Apply a writing process to the production of project documents, such as a project plan, report or review - Apply effective strategies to the delivery of a presentation to a target audience Innehåll: The course aims to raise students' awareness of small-group communication through the introduction of theories and strategies that facilitate working in a culturally diverse setting. Students apply knowledge gained in the course while participating in teamwork. The course covers an introduction to communication skills in task-oriented small-group meetings as well as factors that can affect communication in culturally diverse groups. In addition, it covers ways to approach writing project documents, and strategies for planning and delivering an effective presentation. - Learning diary 30% - Written assignment 30% - Oral presentation 15% - Contribution to classroom interaction 25% Läromedel: To be announced at the onset of the course Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Tilläggsinformation: Master's-level students can earn the undergraduate (i.e. Bachelor's) requisite foreign language credits through this course. Participants must attend 80% of the class sessions. Kie English Reading/Writing Test (w) (1 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko, Jan-Mikael Rybicki Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: I, II, III, IV Arbetsmängd: 2 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: In this exemption test, students demonstrate that they have acquired the skills to - Comprehend academic and professional texts related to the field of science and technology 12 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 15

16 Content: The test consists of reading and writing tasks on a variety of topics from the fields of science and technology. The tasks may require students to complete words, fill in blanks, or write a short, complete text appropriate to the given purpose and audience. The test is administered in a computer lab. All responses are digitally recorded. Assessment Methods and Criteria: The reading/writing test assesses the ability to - Guess meaning from context - Infer and guess meaning from contextual cues, including word forms and syntax - Understand and produce a range of the professional/ academic vocabulary - Communicate a clear message that is well-structured and well-organized (=cohesion and coherence) To familiarize yourself with the test and its assessment, go to materiaali You may participate in this test only once. Your registration to this test is binding. Once the WebOodi registration is closed, you can no longer cancel your participation. The reason for this is that we are no longer able to invite another student to the test to replace you. Unless you provide a doctor s certificate in case of illness, not showing up to the test will be marked as fail. In other words, you will no longer be able to participate in the test. If you have a reading problem such as dyslexia, bring a doctor s statement with you to the test. Show it to the examiner before the test begins. Students with this type of reading disability are given an additional 20 minutes to complete the test. In addition, you must complete all tasks in one testing session. Do not try to sign up by sending to the teachers! Study Material: kie /materiaali CEFR Level: B2 or higher Prerequisites: CEFR-level B2 or higher Evaluation: Pass/Fail Further Information: A pass from this test fulfills 1 of the 3 compulsory foreign language credits. The target group for this test is students who have already acquired academic and professional skills equivalent to those required by the university regulations and Language Centre policy. Kie English Oral Skills Test (o) (2 cr) Responsible teacher: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko, Jan- Mikael Rybicki Teaching period: I, II, III, IV Workload: 54 hrs Learning Outcomes: In this exemption test, students demonstrate that they have acquired the skills to - Give an oral presentation suitable for an academic or professional context - Spontaneously communicate information from their specific fields - Communicate clearly on a range of academic or professional topics in an appropriate style - Produce well-structured and well-organized text for an intended audience in a professional and/or academic situation Innehåll: The test consists of reading and writing tasks on a variety of topics from the fields of science and technology. The tasks may require students to complete words, fill in blanks, or write a short, complete text appropriate to the given purpose and audience. The test is administered in a computer lab. All responses are digitally recorded. The reading/writing test assesses the ability to - Guess meaning from context - Infer and guess meaning from contextual cues, including word forms and syntax - Understand and produce a range of the professional/academic vocabulary - Communicate a clear message that is wellstructured and well-organized (=cohesion and coherence) To familiarize yourself with the test and its assessment, go to kie /materiaali You may participate in this test only once. Your registration to this test is binding. Once the WebOodi registration is closed, you can no longer cancel your participation. The reason for this is that we are no longer able to invite another student to the test to replace you. Unless you provide a doctor s certificate in case of illness, not showing up to the test will be marked as fail. In other words, you will no longer be able to participate in the test. If you have a reading problem such as dyslexia, bring a doctor s statement with you to the test. Show it to the examiner before the test begins. Students with this type of reading disability are given an additional 20 minutes to complete the test. In addition, you must complete all tasks in one testing session. Do not try to sign up by sending to the teachers! Läromedel: kie /materiaali Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: CEFR-level B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: Pass/Fail Tilläggsinformation: A pass from this test fulfills 1 of the 3 compulsory foreign language credits. The target group for this test is students who have already acquired academic and professional skills equivalent to those required by the university regulations and Language Centre policy. Kie English Oral Skills Test (o) (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko, Jan-Mikael Rybicki Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: I, II, III, IV Arbetsmängd: 54 hrs Kompetensmålsättningar: In this exemption test, students demonstrate that they have acquired the skills to - Give an oral presentation suitable for an academic or professional context - Spontaneously communicate information from their specific fields 13 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 16

17 - Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes interaction with native speaker possible without strain for either party Content: This exemption test consists of a formal rehearsed presentation and informal spontaneous tasks. Prior to the test date, students pick up their presentation instructions on a pre-defined task and prepare a presentation (8 to 10 minutes) accordingly. On the test date, students deliver their presentation as well as demonstrate their ability to communicate spontaneously on a variety of tasks. The spontaneous tasks require students to express themselves on topics related to their own field of study. For example, students may be required to express an opinion, defend a position, give a definition, interpret a graph, or other such tasks. All tasks are digitally recorded. Assessment Methods and Criteria: The final mark (pass/fail) is based on the raters overall impression of your performance. The oral test will be evaluated on the following points - Task achievement - Clarity of purpose and argumentation - Interesting and engaging delivery - Language use To download the required forms and to view the evaluation form, go to kurssi/kie /materiaali You may participate in this test only once. Your registration to this test is binding. Once the WebOodi registration is closed, you can no longer cancel your participation. The reason for this is that we are no longer able to invite another student to the test to replace you. Unless you provide a doctor s certificate in case of illness, not showing up to the test will be marked as fail. In other words, you will no longer be able to participate in the test. In addition, you must complete all tasks in one testing session. Do not try to sign up by sending to the teachers! The test is digitally recorded. Study Material: kie /materiaali Substitutes for Courses: The English tests, Kie and 1601, replace Kie Therefore, students that have already taken Kie , English Placement Test, are not eligible to take the new English tests. CEFR Level: B2 or higher Prerequisites: CEFR-level B2 or higher Evaluation: Pass/Fail Further Information: A pass from this test fulfills 2 of the 3 compulsory foreign language credits. The target group for this test is students who have already acquired academic and professional skills equivalent to those required by the university regulations and Language Centre policy. Kie Student Tutoring in English (1 op) Vastuuopettaja: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Opetusperiodi: I, II, III, IV Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: 27 hrs of independent work - Communicate clearly on a range of academic or professional topics in an appropriate style - Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes interaction with native speaker possible without strain for either party Innehåll: This exemption test consists of a formal rehearsed presentation and informal spontaneous tasks. Prior to the test date, students pick up their presentation instructions on a pre-defined task and prepare a presentation (8 to 10 minutes) accordingly. On the test date, students deliver their presentation as well as demonstrate their ability to communicate spontaneously on a variety of tasks. The spontaneous tasks require students to express themselves on topics related to their own field of study. For example, students may be required to express an opinion, defend a position, give a definition, interpret a graph, or other such tasks. All tasks are digitally recorded. The final mark (pass/fail) is based on the raters overall impression of your performance. The oral test will be evaluated on the following points - Task achievement - Clarity of purpose and argumentation - Interesting and engaging delivery - Language use To download the required forms and to view the evaluation form, go to kurssi/kie /materiaali You may participate in this test only once. Your registration to this test is binding. Once the WebOodi registration is closed, you can no longer cancel your participation. The reason for this is that we are no longer able to invite another student to the test to replace you. Unless you provide a doctor s certificate in case of illness, not showing up to the test will be marked as fail. In other words, you will no longer be able to participate in the test. In addition, you must complete all tasks in one testing session. Do not try to sign up by sending to the teachers! The test is digitally recorded. Läromedel: kie /materiaali Ersättande prestationer: The English tests, Kie and 1601, replace Kie Therefore, students that have already taken Kie , English Placement Test, are not eligible to take the new English tests. Studieperiodens webbplats: The course homepage can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B2 or higher Förkunskaper: CEFR-level B2 or higher Bedömningsskala: Pass/Fail Tilläggsinformation: A pass from this test fulfills 2 of the 3 compulsory foreign language credits. The target group for this test is students who have already acquired academic and professional skills equivalent to those required by the university regulations and Language Centre policy. Kie Student Tutoring in English (1 sp) Ansvarig lärare: Diane Pilkinton-Pihko Studieperiodens nivå: Bachelor's Undervisningsperiod: I, II, III, IV Arbetsmängd: 27 hrs of independent work 14 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 17

18 Osaamistavoitteet: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to - Describe their learning experiences gained through intercultural exchange - Express their cultural experiences from the point of view of language and communication Sisältö: Students can receive one credit of foreign language study for tutoring international students. This option requires that the tutor submits a written report in English concerning the tutoring process. Students may also need to come to an interview. CEFR-taso: B1 or higher Arvosteluasteikko: Pass/Fail Lisätietoja: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. Kie Espanja 1A (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Opetusperiodi: I, III Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 + itsenäinen työskentely 28 Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson jälkeen opiskelija osaa kertoa perusasioita itsestä ja kysyä vastaavia asioita toiselta. Tutustua espanjankieliseen kulttuuriin ja kieliopin alkeisiin. Sisältö: Jokapäiväiseen kielenkäyttöön liittyviä tilanteita harjoitellaan suullisesti ja kirjallisesti. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa), aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneilla. Kurssi koostuu pakollisista kotiaineista ja kirjallisesta kokeesta, joka muodostaa 100% arvosanasta. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 1 Esitiedot: Kurssi on tarkoitettu vasta-alkajille. Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: suomi Kie Espanja 1B (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Opetusperiodi: II, IV Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson jälkeen opiskelija osaa kertoa perusasioita itsestä ja kysyä vastaavia asioita toiselta. Tutustua espanjankieliseen kulttuuriin ja kieliopin alkeisiin. Sisältö: Jatketaan jokapäiväiseen kielenkäyttöön liittyvien tilanteiden harjoittelua suullisesti ja kirjallisesti. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa), aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneilla. Kurssi koostuu pakollisista kotiaineista ja kirjallisesta kokeesta, joka muodostaa 100% arvosanasta. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 1 CEFR-taso: Tavoitetaso: A1.1 Esitiedot: Kie Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Kompetensmålsättningar: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to - Describe their learning experiences gained through intercultural exchange - Express their cultural experiences from the point of view of language and communication Innehåll: Students can receive one credit of foreign language study for tutoring international students. This option requires that the tutor submits a written report in English concerning the tutoring process. Students may also need to come to an interview. Studieperiodens webbplats: The course home page can be found in the Noppa portal with the course code. CEFR nivå: B1 or higher Bedömningsskala: Pass/Fail Tilläggsinformation: This course does not fulfill the university regulations for foreign language studies. Kie Spanska 1A (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Undervisningsperiod: I, III Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Efter avlagd kurs kan studeranden berätta grundläggande faktorer om sig själv och fråga andra och att svara på frågor. Studeranden bekantar sig med spanskspråkig kultur och lär sig grunderna i spansk grammatik. Innehåll: Vardagsfraseologi övas både muntligt och skriftligt. Ljudband och videofilmer från Spanien. Obligatorisk närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger), aktivt deltagande på lektionerna. Kursen innehåller obligatoriska hemuppsatser och ett skriftlig prov som utgör 100% av kursbetyget. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 1 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. Förkunskaper: Kursen är avsedd för nybörjare. Undervisningsspråk: finska Kie Spanska 1B (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Undervisningsperiod: II, IV Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Efter avlagd kurs kan studeranden berätta grundläggande faktorer om sig själv och fråga andra. Studeranden bekantar sig med spanskspråkig kultur och lär sig grunderna i spansk grammatik. Innehåll: Ytterligare muntliga och skriftliga övningar i vardagsfraseologi. Ljudband och videofilmer från spansktalande länder. Obligatorisk närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger), aktivt deltagande på lektionerna. Kursen innehåller obligatoriska hemuppsatser och ett skriftlig prov som utgör 100% av kursbetyget. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 1 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. 15 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 18

19 Opetuskieli: suomi CEFR nivå: Målnivå: A1.1 Förkunskaper: Kie Undervisningsspråk: finska Kie Espanja 2A (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Opetusperiodi: I,III Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson jälkeen opiskelija selviytyy erilaisissa arkielämän tilanteissa kuten ostoksilla ja käytettäessä erilaisia palveluja. Jatketaan tutustumista kulttuuriin ja kielioppiin. Sisältö: Suullista ja kirjallista kielitaitoa kehitetään lisäämällä sanaston ja rakenteiden määrää. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen ja aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa). Kurssi koostuu kotiaineista ja kahdesta pakollisesta kokeesta, jotka kaikki tulee suorittaa hyväksytysti. Kotiaineet ja suullinen koe arvostellaan hyväksytty/hylätty, ja kirjallisen kokeen arvosana määrää kurssin kokonaisarvosanan. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 1 CEFR-taso: tavoitetaso: A1 Esitiedot: Kie Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: suomi Kie Espanja 2B (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Opetusperiodi: II,IV Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Selviytyä erilaisissa arkielämän tilanteissa kuten ostoksilla ja käytettäessä erilaisia palveluja. Jatketaan tutustumista kulttuuriin ja kielioppiin. Sisältö: Suullista ja kirjallista kielitaitoa kehitetään edelleen lisäämällä sanaston ja rakenteiden määrää. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa), aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneilla. Kurssi koostuu pakollisista kotiaineista ja kirjallisesta kokeesta, joka muodostaa 100% arvosanasta. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 2 CEFR-taso: lähtötaso: A1 Esitiedot: Kie Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: suomi Kie Espanja 3A (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen; lehtori Anna Ahlava Kie Spanska 2A (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Undervisningsperiod: I, III Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Efter avlagd kurs kan studeranden klara sig i olika vardagssituationer såsom att handla, använda olika typer av service. Studeranden lär sig om spanskspråkig kultur och spansk grammatik. Innehåll: Färdigheterna att uttrycka sig i tal och skrift utvecklas, genom att studeranden tillägnar sig flera ord och strukturer. Ljudband och videofilmer från spansktalande länder. Obligatorisk och aktiv närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger). Kursen innehåller hemuppsatser och två obligatoriska prov av vilka samtliga bör vara godkända. Hemuppsatserna och det muntliga provet bedöms som godkänd/ underkänd. Bedömningen av det skriftliga provet utgör kursens betygssättning. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 1 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. CEFR nivå: målnivå: A1 Förkunskaper: Kie Undervisningsspråk: finska Kie Spanska 2B (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Undervisningsperiod: II,IV Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Syftet är att studeranden lär sig att klara sig i olika vardagssituationer såsom att handla, använda olika typer av service. Studeranden lär sig om spanskspråkig kultur och spansk grammatik. Innehåll: Färdigheterna att uttrycka sig i tal och skrift utvecklas ytterligare genom att studeranden tillägnar sig flera ord och strukturer. Ljudband och videofilmer från Spanien. Obligatorisk närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger), aktivt deltagande på lektionerna. Kursen innehåller obligatoriska hemuppsatser och ett skriftlig prov som utgör 100% av kursbetyget. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 2 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. CEFR nivå: Avgångsnivå: A1 Förkunskaper: Kie Bedömningsskala: 0-5 Undervisningsspråk: finska Kie Spanska 3A (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen; lehtori Anna Ahlava 16 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 19

20 Opetusperiodi: I, III Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson jälkeen opiskelija selviytyy yhä vaativammissa kielenkäyttötilanteissa. Sisältö: Harjoitellaan kielenkäyttöä jokapäiväisissä tilanteissa. Kirjoitetaan aineita. Perusrakenteiden ja - sanaston määrää laajennetaan. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa), aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneilla. Kurssi koostuu pakollisista kotiaineista ja kirjallisesta kokeesta, joka muodostaa 100% arvosanasta. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 2 CEFR-taso: tavoitetaso: A2.1 Esitiedot: Kie Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: espanja/suomi Kie Espanja 3B (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen; lehtori Anna Ahlava Opetusperiodi: II, IV Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson jälkeen opiskelija selviytyy yhä vaativammissa kielenkäyttötilanteissa. Sisältö: Jatketaan jokapäiväisten kielenkäyttötilanteiden harjoittelua. Perusrakenteiden ja -sanaston määrää laajennetaan edelleen. Kirjoitetaan aineita. Äänitteitä ja videoita espanjankielisistä maista. Pakollinen ja aktiivinen osallistuminen tunneille (maksimi kolme poissaoloa). Kurssi koostuu kotiaineista ja kahdesta pakollisesta kokeesta, jotka kaikki tulee suorittaa hyväksytysti. Kotiaineet ja suullinen koe arvostellaan hyväksytty/hylätty, ja kirjallisen kokeen arvosana määrää kurssin kokonaisarvosanan. Oppimateriaali: Nuevo Avance 2 CEFR-taso: tavoitetaso: A2 Esitiedot: Kie Arvosteluasteikko: 0-5 Opetuskieli: espanja Kie Espanja 4A (2 op) Vastuuopettaja: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Opetusperiodi: III Työmäärä toteutustavoittain: Kontaktiopetus 24 t + itsenäinen työskentely 28 t Osaamistavoitteet: Opintojakson suoritettuaan opiskelija osaa kertoa sekä menneistä tapahtumista että tulevaisuuden suunnitelmistaan yhä paremmin. Hän hallitsee paremmin kielen keskeiset rakenteet ja sanaston. Undervisningsperiod: I, III Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Efter avlagd kurs kan studeranden klara sig i varierande kommunikationssituationer. Studeranden lär sig att berätta om förfluten tid. Innehåll: Träning i att avända spanska i vardagslivet. Studeranden skriver uppsatser. Det centrala ordförrådet och antalet grundläggande strukturer utökas. Ljud- och videoinspelningar från spansktalande länder. Obligatorisk närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger), aktivt deltagande på lektionerna. Kursen innehåller obligatoriska hemuppsatser och ett skriftlig prov som utgör 100% av kursbetyget. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 2 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. CEFR nivå: målnivå: A2.1 Förkunskaper: Kie Undervisningsspråk: spanska/finska Kie Spanska 3B (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen; lehtori Anna Ahlava Undervisningsperiod: II, IV Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Syftet är att studeranden klarar sig i varierande kommunikationssituationer. Studeranden lär sig att berätta om förfluten tid och om det sitt hemland. Studeranden bekantar sig med subjunktiv. Innehåll: Fortsatt träning i att använda spanska i vardagslivet. Det centrala ordförrådet och antalet grundläggande strukturer utökas ytterligare. Obligatorisk och aktiv närvaro på lektionerna (frånvaro max. tre gånger). Kursen innehåller hemuppsatser och två obligatoriska prov av vilka samtliga bör vara godkända. Hemuppsatserna och det muntliga provet bedöms som godkänd/ underkänd. Bedömningen av det skriftliga provet utgör kursens betygssättning. Läromedel: Nuevo Avance 2 Studieperiodens webbplats: Studieperiodens webbplats finns på Noppa portalen. CEFR nivå: målnivå A2 Förkunskaper: Kie Undervisningsspråk: spanska Kie Spanska 4A (2 sp) Ansvarig lärare: lehtori Anna Ahlava; lehtori Carmen Rodellas Ryhänen Undervisningsperiod: III Arbetsmängd: Kontaktundervisning 24 t + självständigt arbete 28 t Kompetensmålsättningar: Syftet är att studeranden kan berätta om framtida planer. Studeranden behärskar de grundläggande strukturerna och det centrala ordförrådet. Innehåll: Studeranden bekantar sig med nya saker och fenomen i spanskspråkig kultur. 17 Aalto University, Kielikeskus 20