Course: English for Biochemists 2

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Course title English for Biochemists 2
Course code KBC/ANN2
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech, English
Status of course Compulsory, Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Brauner František, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Kadlecová Helena, Mgr.
  • Karasková Eva, Mgr.
Course content
English grammar is repeated and developed using the textbook English Grammar in Use (Cambridge University Press), Raymond Murphy. The content of the textbook is completed by terminology of biochemistry (proteosynthesis, enzymes) and biology (gene engineering, GMO). An emphasis is given to successful reading and translation of texts, orientation in the text and application of the grammar, which has been taught. Lessons also include reading and analysis of current papers from international scientific journals e. g. Science, Nature etc. Students are supposed to be able to understand English texts, conversation with respect to a particular topic, active participation in discussions, give questions and answer them.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Group work
  • Preparation for the Exam - 30 hours per semester
  • Attendace - 26 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 25 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
Repetition of basic knowledge of spoken and written English obtained in secondary school. English grammar is repeated and developed using the textbook English Grammar in Use (Cambridge University Press), Raymond Murphy. The content of the textbook is completed by terminology of biochemistry (proteosynthesis, enzymes) and biology (gene engineering, GMO). An emphasis is given to successful reading and translation of texts, orientation in the text and application of the grammar, which has been taught. Lessons also include reading and analysis of current papers from international scientific journals e. g. Science, Nature etc. Students are supposed to be able to understand English texts, conversation with respect to a particular topic, active participation in discussions, give questions and answer them.
Recall chemical terminology related to biochemistry
Prerequisites
Completion of the KBC/ANN1 course.
KBC/ANN1

Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam

Successful passing of written examination - obtaining of at least 60% of credit points. Evaluation: 20 - 18 p. A (1) 18 - 16.p B (1-2) 16 - 14 p. C (2) 14 - 12 p. D (2-3) 12 - 10 p. E (3)
Recommended literature
  • Raymond Murphy. (2019). English Grammar in Use. 5th edition. Cambridge University Press.
  • Raymond Murphy. (2014). English Grammar in Use. Cambridge University Press.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (2022) Category: Chemistry courses 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Bioinformatics (2021) Category: Informatics courses 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Biochemistry (2022) Category: Chemistry courses 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Summer