Advanced Czech for Foreign Students I
| Type of study | Follow-up MasterBachelor |
|---|---|
| Language of instruction | Czech |
| Code | 712-0064/01 |
| Abbreviation | CJ-II |
| Course title | Advanced Czech for Foreign Students I |
| Credits | 2 |
| Coordinating department | Institute of Languages |
| Course coordinator | Mgr. Karolina Slamová, Ph.D. |
Subject syllabus
1. Introduction to the Bachelor’s Thesis. Structure of the thesis at a technical faculty. Choosing a topic and communicating with the supervisor.
2. Writing a Literature Review. How to summarize existing research and developments in the field. Paraphrasing Czech technical and academic sources.
3. Technical Terminology. Creating a personalized glossary of technical terms based on the student's field of study (mechanical engineering, civil engineering, geology, etc.).
4. The Passive Voice in Technical Writing. The difference between scientific/formal style and spoken language.
5. Faults and Troubleshooting. Describing technical problems: "a failure occurred," "the machine is non-functional," "repairs are necessary." Causes and consequences.
6. Ecology and Sustainability in Industry. Modern trends: emissions, recycling, renewable energy sources. Discussion of environmental texts.
7. CV and Motivation Letters for Engineers. Applying for internships or work placements at regional companies (e.g., Continental, Hyundai, Siemens).
8. Job Interviews in Technical Companies. Mock interviews (simulations). How to describe your skills and expertise.
9. Abstract and Introduction of the Bachelor's Thesis. Practical training in writing the most important sections of the thesis. Formal style and logical flow/cohesion.
10. Argumentation and Defense of Solutions. "Why did I choose this approach?" Responding to the reviewer's (opponent's) questions ("on one hand...", "given that...", etc.).
11. Working with Data and Statistics. Describing trends: "rising," "falling," "remaining stable," "reaching a peak."
12. Workshop: Project Presentation. Using visual aids for technical presentations. Receiving feedback.
13. Evaluation and Conclusion. Progress summary. Tips for further self-study in Czech for engineering practice.
2. Writing a Literature Review. How to summarize existing research and developments in the field. Paraphrasing Czech technical and academic sources.
3. Technical Terminology. Creating a personalized glossary of technical terms based on the student's field of study (mechanical engineering, civil engineering, geology, etc.).
4. The Passive Voice in Technical Writing. The difference between scientific/formal style and spoken language.
5. Faults and Troubleshooting. Describing technical problems: "a failure occurred," "the machine is non-functional," "repairs are necessary." Causes and consequences.
6. Ecology and Sustainability in Industry. Modern trends: emissions, recycling, renewable energy sources. Discussion of environmental texts.
7. CV and Motivation Letters for Engineers. Applying for internships or work placements at regional companies (e.g., Continental, Hyundai, Siemens).
8. Job Interviews in Technical Companies. Mock interviews (simulations). How to describe your skills and expertise.
9. Abstract and Introduction of the Bachelor's Thesis. Practical training in writing the most important sections of the thesis. Formal style and logical flow/cohesion.
10. Argumentation and Defense of Solutions. "Why did I choose this approach?" Responding to the reviewer's (opponent's) questions ("on one hand...", "given that...", etc.).
11. Working with Data and Statistics. Describing trends: "rising," "falling," "remaining stable," "reaching a peak."
12. Workshop: Project Presentation. Using visual aids for technical presentations. Receiving feedback.
13. Evaluation and Conclusion. Progress summary. Tips for further self-study in Czech for engineering practice.
E-learning
Self-study of the relevant units available at lms.vsb.cz