Course - Proficiency and Grammar - ENG1201
ENG1201 - Proficiency and Grammar
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade:
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig eksamen | 100/100 | 4 hours | HJELPEMIDD |
Course content
ENG1201 gives an introduction to the basic structures of the English language and to English usage. The course covers topics such as basic grammatical terms and structures, vocabulary and lexical connections, differences and similarities between English and Norwegian, discourse competence, text analysis, translation and other text production. Focus areas are stylistic variation and conventions of various text types. Special attention is given to aspects of the English language and usage that may pose a challenge to Norwegian students. The aim of this course is for students to gain a critical awareness of linguistic choices in various contexts as well as providing opportunities for students to develop their English language skills.
Learning outcome
Candidates:
- are able to recognize basic grammatical structures in the English language.
- are able to recognize and explain common language errors and variation in English-language texts using terms and jargon common to the field.
- are able to account for linguistic and rhetorical features in different types of text.
- can analyse and reflect upon lexical, grammatical, and pragmatic differences between English and Norwegian and utilize these critical observations in text analysis and translation.
- are able to express themselves in appropriate and correct oral and written English.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, seminars and supervision. Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly.
Compulsory assignments:
- 2 assignments consisting of written tasks, online quizzes, or a combination
- 1 oral presentation
Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 2 innleveringer bestående av skriftlige oppgaver, online quizer, eller en kombinasjon.
- 1 muntlig presentasjon
Further on evaluation
The exam must be answered in English. Information about which dictionaries students are allowed to consult during the exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Students should have knowledge of English equivalent to that of students who have learned English as a programme subject over two years at Norwegian "videregående skole".
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be announced at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HFENG112 | 7.5 | ||
| HFENG112 | 7.5 | ||
| ENG6010 | 7.5 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2018
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English Language
- English
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig eksamen 100/100 HJELPEMIDD 2018-12-12 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates Storhall del 1 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 0 SL274 Sluppenvegen 14 0 DI173 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 0 D102, bygg 3 Dragvoll 1(bygg 1-6) 0 - Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 100/100 F 2019-05-28 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates Hall A Utleirahallen 0
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"