Course code 22 91 0631 10
ECTS credits 2
Course name in language of instruction 
Foreign Language - Scientific Skills
Course name in Polish Język obcy do celów naukowych
Course name in English 
Foreign Language - Scientific Skills
Language of instruction English
Type of classes
Teaching hours per semester
Lecture Tutorials Laboratory Project Seminar Other E-learn.
Contact hours 30
Distance learning No No No No No No No
Weighted grades 1.00
Unit running the course Centrum Językowe PŁ
Course coordinator mgr Agnieszka Świderek
Course instructors mgr Dominika Biernat, dr Przemysław Boczarski, mgr Krystyna Breszka-Jędrzejewska, mgr Katarzyna Bryszewska, mgr Grażyna Budzińska, dr Katarzyna Budzińska, mgr Agnieszka Burcan-Krawczyk, mgr Marta Dziubińska, mgr Magdalena Gałaj, mgr Ewa Halsagard, mgr Mariola Hejduk, mgr Magdalena Jarniewicz, mgr Aleksandra Kaczmarek, mgr Agnieszka Kleczkowska, mgr Adrianna Kozłowska, mgr Liliana Krzeszewska-Sierakowska, mgr Anna Lutomska, mgr Joanna Miłosz-Bartczak, mgr Ewa Muszczynko, mgr Khalid Ouzguid, mgr Anna Ruszczyńska-Bujnowicz, dr hab. inż. Maciej Sibiński, dr John Speller, mgr Marzena Stawicka, mgr Agnieszka Stefańska, mgr Agnieszka Stefańska, mgr Agnieszka Tynecka, mgr Łukasz Wodarczyk, mgr Iwona Wróblewska, dr hab. inż. Katarzyna Znajdek, mgr Agnieszka Świderek, mgr Izabella Łacińska-Wójcik, mgr Joanna Łyżwa
Prerequisites 
Working knowledge of a foreign language at least at B2 level (CEFR).
Course learning outcomes
  1. After completing the course, the student is able to critically analyze and interpret authentic materials and scientific texts,
  2. After completing the course, the student is able to write a coherent scientific text with the correct application of lexical and grammatical structures, form and style in accordance with generally accepted conventions for creating scientific works,
  3. After completing the course, the student is able to present a coherent and factual presentation on the results of research and / or scientific projects using appropriate lexical and grammatical structures, form and style,
  4. After completing the course, the student knows and understands the principles of creating a scientific text and a scientific presentation,
  5. After completing the course, the student is ready to critically reflect on and evaluate his or her language knowledge and skills, and to enhance his or her competence and lifelong learning in both academic and professional contexts.
Assessment methods LO 1. written work, teacher observations, self-assessment, short tests, LO 2. written work, peer assessment, teacher observations, short tests, LO 3. oral presentation, peer assessment, teacher observations LO 4. written work, oral presentation, LO 5. self-assessment, reflection.
Programme learning outcomes
  1. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences using specialised terminology from electronics and telecommunications also with the aid of English language at B2+ level according to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages; ability to present and to evaluate different opinions and attitudes and to lead and take part in a debate.
  2. Ability to use literature, data bases and other sources of information. Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies and to direct others in this area.
  3. Readiness to critically assess own knowledge and received content. The use of state-of-the-art in solving cognitive and practical problems. Graduate can be a consultant for others in the field of electronics and telecommunications.
Grading policies 1. Scientific text 50% Percentage in the assessment assigned to CJ: 65% a. scientific text - 35% b. continuous assessment (short tests, tests, class work, peer observation and teacher observation, self-assessment - Other) - 30% Percentage in the assessment assigned to the faculty: 35% 2. Oral presentation (3MT, poster presentation, scientific presentation) 50% Percentage in the assessment assigned to CJ: 65% Percentage in the assessment assigned to the faculty: 35%
Course content Detailed item content on CJ's side a. Topics: • Features of scientific texts • Analysis of the scientific text • Abstract, linguistic paraphrase • Citations in the text, bibliography, plagiarism • Describing concepts, phenomena, processes • Presenting, analyzing and interpreting research results and/or statistical data in the form of tables, graphs, etc. • Elaboration of the text, synthesis of information from various sources, formulation of statements • Language register • Types and characteristics of scientific presentations • Signposting and signaling, call for action • Presentation skills and body language b. The grammatical range adequate to the needs of writing a scientific text and preparing and delivering a presentation (repetition and revision). Detailed content of the course on the Faculty's website a. Thematic scope: • Scientific article structure - e.g. IMRAD etc. • Case study • Review article
Basic reference materials 
  1. Bailey, S. (2003). Academic Writing: A Practical Guide for Students. London: Routledge Palmer
  2. Jordan, R. R. (1999). Academic Writing Course. Study Skills in English. 3rd ed. Harlow: Pearson
  3. Gillet, A.; Hammond, A.; Martala, A. (2009). Inside Track to Successful Academic Writing. Edinburgh: Pearson Education Limited
  4. Swales, J.M.; Feak, C. B. (2012). Academic Writing for Graduate Students. Essential Tasks and Skills. 3rd ed. Michigan: University of Michigan Press
Other reference materials 
  1. Speller, J., Miłosz-Bartczak, J. (2017) Academic English for Engineers: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Łodzkiej
  2. Liśkiewicz, T.; Liśkiewicz, G. (2014) Wprowadzenie do efektywnego Publikowania Naukowego, Wydawnictwo Amber Editing
  3. Speller, J.; Wasiak, M. (2021). English for International Researchers. Lodz: Lodz University of Technology Press
Course workload
Type of classes Teaching hours
Tutorial 30
Other (consultation) 5
Preparation for classes (inc. authentic texts analysis) 10
Preparation of scienticfic text and presentation 5
SUM : 50
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