ENGLISH FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Course Title
Course Code
Credit
Prerequisite
Coordinator
Instruction Language
Applicable for TESOL Program
Requirement in TESOL Program
Semester in TESOL Program
Applicable for Translation & Interpretation Program
Requirement in Translation & Interpretation Program
Semester in Translation & Interpretation Program
Overview
This course further develops students’ proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in technical English environment, specifically English for mechanical engineering. It also enhances their accuracy in grammar and structures and provides them with terminology related to mechanical engineering. Students will have opportunities to approach such mechanical readings as material properties, lubricants, machine tools, measurements, etc. as well as to discuss and give presentations about them. Emphasis is placed on broadening students’ knowledge of technical English and mechanical engineering and foster their capability in reading, communication and research activities to facilitate their future careers.
Objectives
| Goals | Goal description |
|---|---|
| G1 | Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering: machines and their applications; properties and categories of materials; terminologies, techniques and procedures in mechanical engineering. |
| G2 | Four English language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and skill of translating, summarizing, analyzing and synthesizing documents related to mechanical engineering. |
| G3 | Group work, presentation and communication skills. |
Learning Outcomes
| Learning Outcomes | Description |
|---|---|
| G1 | Explain a number of basic terminologies used in mechanical engineering. Describe properties, applications, and categories of materials. Identify a number of procedures in the field of mechanical engineering such as design, adjustments, technical drawings, assembly, repairs and maintenance. Interpret types of technical problem and their causes. Recognize a variety of machines, shapes, structures and features of machines, cars, and other components and tools.Explain the functions, operation principles, applications and importance of mechanical equipment, tools and components. Interpret health and safety precautions and regulations, warning signs, and written instructions and notices. |
| G2 | Read, summarize and translate technical materials related to mechanical engineering in English. Present mechanical issues in English by analyzing and synthesizing relevant documents. Form positive attitudes towards learning English for mechanical engineering and technical English: by self-study, selection and usage of images and online materials. |
| G3 | Discuss in groups to present topics related to mechanical field. Develop communicative skills via learning activities. |
Materials
English for mechanical engineering (Compiled)
Bonamy, D.(2008).Technical English 3. Longman. Pearson Education Limited.
Bonamy, D.(2008).Technical English 4. Longman. Pearson Education Limited.
Glendinning, Eric H. & Glendinning, N. (2002). Oxford English for Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. Oxford. OUP.
Mark Ibbotson. (2008). Cambridge English for Engineering. Cambridge University Press.
Timings R. (2002). Engineering fundamentals. Newnes Publishing.
Assessment
This class is based on on-going assessment. Students are assessed for their performance in the following components:
| Assignments | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Exercises/Mini-tests | 25 % |
| Mid-term test | 10 % |
| Presentation | 15 % |
| Presentation | 50 % |
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