Maritime English III(GEM219)
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEM219 | Maritime English III | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Prerequisites | |
| Admission Requirements |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Level | Associate Degree |
| Course Instructor(s) | Buğra ZİNCİR bzincir@gsu.edu.tr (Email) |
| Assistant | |
| Objective | The students will gain knowledge and skills required for reading, understanding and using technical and administrative documentation in English for their on board activities. |
| Content | This course aims the students to gain proficiency in using technical manuals, following technical instructions and understanding procedural documents in English. It also aims to develop their skills to understand and apply engine department orders and prepare check lists. In addition, this course will also help them to communicate on board by using technical and social terms and phrases. |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
The students will be able to 1. Read and understand engine manuals for gathering information. 2. Read and follow instructions for operating machinery. 3. Read and understand procedural documents. 4. Comprehend terminology related to dry-docking procedures. 5. Prepare and use check-lists. |
| Teaching and Learning Methods | Power point and handouts |
| References | Internet sources of IMO and marine engineering books |
Theory Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to concepts |
| 2 | Types of Manuals |
| 3 | Manuals and trouble shooting |
| 4 | Manuals and trouble shooting |
| 5 | Machinery Instructions |
| 6 | Machinery Instructions |
| 7 | Engine Department Orders |
| 8 | Mid term |
| 9 | Dry-docking types |
| 10 | Dry-docking procedures |
| 11 | Communication with the Deck |
| 12 | Engine Room Check Lists |
| 13 | Preparing Check Lists |
| 14 | Oil Record Book |
Practice Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|
Contribution to Overall Grade
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 1 | 40 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 60 |
| Toplam | 2 | 100 |
In-Term Studies
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 40 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Toplam | 1 | 40 |
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Performing the applications related to the seamanship training in the international standards determined by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) | |||||
| 2 | Being fluent in the international maritime concepts | |||||
| 3 | Being familiar with the global maritime trade and its structure | |||||
| 4 | Being able to use the Maritime Professional Terms in English | |||||
| 5 | Being familiar with the different types of vessel definitions | |||||
| 6 | Knowing and using the general maritime law | |||||
| 7 | Being familiar with the organizational structures of international maritime organizations | |||||
| 8 | Can fluently use the machines of different vessel types | |||||
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 12 | 2 | 24 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 11 | 11 |
| Total Workload | 83 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 3.32 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 3 | ||