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Course: English Terminology for Physics 1

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Course title English Terminology for Physics 1
Course code VCJ/ATF1
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 2
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction English
Status of course Compulsory, Compulsory-optional, Optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Karasková Eva, Mgr.
Course content
1. English for specific purposes 2. Language resources 3. Research news 4. Famous physicists 5. Presentations 6. Matter and energy 7. Electromagnetism 8. The Universe

Learning activities and teaching methods
Work with Text (with Book, Textbook)
Learning outcomes
The objective of VCJ/ATF1 is to develop essential presentation and communication skills and to build English vocabulary related to physics using selected topics. It covers basic terminology and phraseology related to the topics, and it also focuses on presenting the topic to an audience (choice of words and grammatical structures, stress, intonation, nonverbal communication, etc.). It develops language skills at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Acquisition of specialised language on the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference.
Prerequisites
Students must have a minimum language level in English of level B1+ of the Common European Framework for Languages. A very good knowledge of grammar is expected since grammar is not taught in the course.

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam, Written exam

Students are required to attend the classes although they may be absent twice per semester and they must participate in an active way. They must prepare for the classes as required by their teachers. They must successfully pass the exam (min. 70%). The exam consists of test and oral which takes the form of a presentation, speech, or teaching activity on an agreed-upon topic related to physics (10 minutes).
Recommended literature
  • Bořkovec, M. a kol. Kompetenční rámec absolventa a absolventky učitelství. Praha. 2023. .
  • Horáková, J. Anglická termonologie a prezentace - fyzika.
  • Letts GCSE. GCSE Physics: Revision Guide.
  • REDMAN, S. English Vocabulary in Use: Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate: New Edition. Cambridge: CUP, 2003.


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Palacký University Olomouc, date of update: 30.04.2026 23:52. Data created for academic year 2026/2027