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French for Beginners 1

Module name (EN):
Name of module in study programme. It should be precise and clear.
French for Beginners 1
Degree programme:
Study Programme with validity of corresponding study regulations containing this module.
Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor, regulation 01.10.2024
Module code: MEB_24_A_1.05.FB1
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.
P241-0452
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.
2SU (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.
2
Semester: 1
Mandatory course: no
Language of instruction:
German
Assessment:
written exam

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

MEB_24_A_1.05.FB1 (P241-0452) Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor, regulation 01.10.2024 , semester 1, optional course

Suitable for exchange students (learning agreement)
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 60 hours (equivalent to 2 ECTS credits).
There are therefore 37.5 hours available for class preparation and follow-up work and exam preparation.
Recommended prerequisites (modules):
None.
Recommended as prerequisite for:
MEB_24_A_2.06.FB2 French for Beginners 2


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Module coordinator:
Dr. Yuliya Stodolinska
Lecturer:
Dipl.-Dolm. Margret Wilhelm


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Learning outcomes:
The module French for Beginners 1 is designed for students with little or no prior knowledge of the language. The modules French for Beginners 1 and French for Beginners 2 provide a framework through which students will acquire and develop basic French language skills at the A1/A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Students master the fundamental aspects of language and communication structures, equipping them to apply these skills in everyday and professional contexts. They also develop an understanding of the distinctive features of everyday life and the workplace in France. Furthermore, students develop an awareness of different language registers and learn to communicate appropriately.

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Module content:
− Greetings, introductions, contact information
− Communication in general and professional situations
− Companies, professions, and occupations
− France: The country and its people
In addition:
− Intercultural awareness
− Understanding of functional language use
− Development of basic grammatical structures
− Vocabulary

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Teaching methods/Media:
Teaching and learning materials are tailored to specific target groups. As teaching and learning become increasingly digitised, interactive digital materials are made available more frequently through the learning management system and are integrated into classroom instruction as part of a blended learning approach. In exceptional circumstances, video conferencing systems can also be used instead of traditional in-person instruction.

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Recommended or required reading:
A list of recommended learning materials will be made available in the learning management system at the start of the semester.

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