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Technical English for Engineers in BusinessLaajuus (3 cr)

Course unit code: PTK-106

General information


Credits
3 cr

Objectives

The aim of the course is to develop the engineers’ competence in using English especially in business situations.

The students get acquainted with company terminology. They are able to present graphs and explain about their company in English as well as act as hosts. They have an idea of the challenges of intercultural communication. They begin to get acquainted with paper/chemical/textile engineering terminology.

Content

Business terminology, company presentation, hosting, intercultural communication. Business communication: letters and telephone calls.
Product description, faults and complaints in paper/chemical/textile engineering

Prerequisites

Technical English for Engineers (PTK-105) or equivalent

Further information

The students have passed the course when they have been present to 80% of the classes, completed the agreed tasks and taken part in the exam.

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