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French for Architects 1

Module name (EN):
Name of module in study programme. It should be precise and clear.
French for Architects 1
Degree programme:
Study Programme with validity of corresponding study regulations containing this module.
Architecture, Bachelor, ASPO 01.10.2021
Module code: ABA-2.2-F
SAP-Submodule-No.:
The exam administration creates a SAP-Submodule-No for every exam type in every module. The SAP-Submodule-No is equal for the same module in different study programs.
P120-0141
Hours per semester week / Teaching method:
The count of hours per week is a combination of lecture (V for German Vorlesung), exercise (U for Übung), practice (P) oder project (PA). For example a course of the form 2V+2U has 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of exercise per week.
2V (2 hours per week)
ECTS credits:
European Credit Transfer System. Points for successful completion of a course. Each ECTS point represents a workload of 30 hours.
3
Semester: 4
Mandatory course: no
Language of instruction:
French
Assessment:
Written exam (graded)

[updated 15.04.2024]
Applicability / Curricular relevance:
All study programs (with year of the version of study regulations) containing the course.

ABA-2.2-F (P120-0141) Architecture, Bachelor, ASPO 01.10.2021 , semester 4, optional course
Workload:
Workload of student for successfully completing the course. Each ECTS credit represents 30 working hours. These are the combined effort of face-to-face time, post-processing the subject of the lecture, exercises and preparation for the exam.

The total workload is distributed on the semester (01.04.-30.09. during the summer term, 01.10.-31.03. during the winter term).
30 class hours (= 22.5 clock hours) over a 15-week period.
The total student study time is 90 hours (equivalent to 3 ECTS credits).
There are therefore 67.5 hours available for class preparation and follow-up work and exam preparation.
Recommended prerequisites (modules):
None.
Recommended as prerequisite for:
Module coordinator:
Prof. Dr. Christine Sick
Lecturer:
Margret Wilhelm, Diplomdolmetscherin


[updated 27.05.2022]
Learning outcomes:
• The French for Architects Modules 1 and 2 provide a framework where students can develop their French language skills in a professional context from the desired entry level B1 to level B2.
• After successfully completing this module, students will understand the differences between international working environments, especially French-speaking ones, recognize difficulties and conflicts in intercultural communication situations and be able to draw conclusions for their own behavior.
• They have an awareness of different language registers and will be able to communicate appropriately in given professional situations, especially orally.


[updated 15.04.2024]
Module content:
• Establishing contact:
- Greetings and saying farewell
- Introducing oneself and others
• The workplace and types of professions:
- The workplace and collegiality
- Describing professional activities and priorities
- New media
• Talking on the telephone:
- Verbal expressions in a professional context
- Asking for and giving information
- Arranging and postponing appointments
• Written communication:
- Communications via e-mail and social media
- Formulas for greetings and closings, taking into account different stylistic levels
 
In addition, we will work on:
• Vocabulary
• Repetition of relevant grammatical structures
• Raising awareness for functional language use
• Intercultural competence
 


[updated 15.04.2024]
Teaching methods/Media:
•        Teaching and learning materials for specific target groups Due to the increasing digitalization of teaching and learning, more and more interactive digital materials will be made available via a learning management system and integrated into the teaching process as part of a blended learning approach. In exceptional situations, this also allows for the use of a video conferencing system instead of conventional in-classroom teaching.

[updated 15.04.2024]
Recommended or required reading:
An up-to-date list of recommended learning materials will be made available in the learning management system at the beginning of the semester.

[updated 15.04.2024]
 
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