Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M2: German, 2023-24
Module Leader
Timing and Structure
Lent term. Assessment: 100% coursework
Prerequisites
German at Upper Intermediate Level or higher. In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Be confident in communicating in the target language, especially in a work-related situation, as well as explaining and defending their opinion about specific issues and problems
- Use the language as a tool to improve their understanding of technology and culture
- Analyse a topic/an issue presented in German language, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement
Content
This module will significantly enhance students’ receptive language skills so that, at the end of this course, students will be able to follow lectures and presentations in their subject area held in German as well as participate actively in question-and-answer sessions on engineering-related topics. By regular training and application of specific productive/expressive language skills, they will further improve their ability to take part in discussions of both general and engineering-related issues. Students will especially receive instruction/training in the delivery of presentations in German to prepare them for participation in international symposiums in German-speaking countries.
Particular emphasis will be put on:
- the creation of an understanding of the framework of German Engineering
- following and summarizing, as well as preparing and delivering, presentations in a foreign language
7 Lectures (various speakers) + 7 seminars (module leader)
- Presentations on engineering/science in German (5-6 Lectures)
- Presentations on cultural/social topics in German (1-2 Lectures)
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Support will be given with the following language related competences if necessary:
- How to follow, take notes and summarise a lecture in German
- How to give an oral presentation in German
- Technical and academic language
Further notes
A list of this year's module talks will be available on Moodle.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation in German (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 30/05/2023 15:33
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M2: German, 2024-25
Module Leader
Secondary point of contact for queries
Timing and Structure
Lent term. Assessment: 100% coursework
Prerequisites
German at Upper Intermediate Level or higher. In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Be confident in communicating in the target language, especially in a work-related situation, as well as explaining and defending their opinion about specific issues and problems
- Use the language as a tool to improve their understanding of technology and culture
- Analyse a topic/an issue presented in German language, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement
Content
This module will significantly enhance students’ receptive language skills so that, at the end of this course, students will be able to follow lectures and presentations in their subject area held in German as well as participate actively in question-and-answer sessions on engineering-related topics. By regular training and application of specific productive/expressive language skills, they will further improve their ability to take part in discussions of both general and engineering-related issues. Students will especially receive instruction/training in the delivery of presentations in German to prepare them for participation in international symposiums in German-speaking countries.
Particular emphasis will be put on:
- the creation of an understanding of the framework of German Engineering
- following and summarizing, as well as preparing and delivering, presentations in a foreign language
7 Lectures (various speakers) + 7 seminars (module leader)
- Presentations on engineering/science in German (5-6 Lectures)
- Presentations on cultural/social topics in German (1-2 Lectures)
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Support will be given with the following language related competences if necessary:
- How to follow, take notes and summarise a lecture in German
- How to give an oral presentation in German
- Technical and academic language
Further notes
A list of this year's module talks will be available on Moodle.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (25% each)
- Oral presentation (50%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [25%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [25%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation in German (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [50%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 31/05/2024 10:27
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M2: German, 2017-18
Leader
Timing and Structure
Lent term. Course given at Intermediate and Advanced Levels; Assessment: 100% coursework
Prerequisites
German at Middle Intermediate Level or higher
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Be confident in communicating in the target language, especially in a work-related situation, as well as explaining and defending their opinion about specific issues and problems
- Use the language as a tool to improve their understanding of technology and culture
- Analyse a topic/an issue presented in German language, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement
Content
This module will significantly enhance students’ receptive language skills so that, at the end of this course, students will be able to follow lectures and presentations in their subject area held in German as well as participate actively in question-and-answer sessions on engineering-related topics. By regular training and application of specific productive/expressive language skills, they will further improve their ability to take part in discussions of both general and engineering-related issues. Students will especially receive instruction/training in the delivery of presentations in German to prepare them for participation in international symposiums in German-speaking countries.
Particular emphasis will be put on:
- the creation of an understanding of the framework of German Engineering
- following and summarizing, as well as preparing and delivering, presentations in a foreign language
7 Lectures (various speakers) + 7 seminars (Alexander Bleistein)
- Engineering/Research-Presentations in German (5-6 Lectures)
- Presentations on cultural/social topics (1-2 Lectures)
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Support will be given with the following language related competences if necessary:
- How to follow, take notes and summarize a lecture in German
- How to give an oral presentation in German
- Engineering related language
Further notes
A list of this year's module talks will be available on Moodle.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation in German (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 18/12/2017 20:36
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M2: German, 2025-26
Module Leader
Secondary point of contact for queries
Timing and Structure
Lent term. Assessment: 100% coursework
Prerequisites
German at Upper Intermediate Level or higher. In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of German technology, society and culture;
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class;
- improve understanding of how AI can be used for writing skills development.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Be confident in communicating in the target language, especially in a work-related situation, as well as explaining and defending their opinion about specific issues and problems
- Use the language as a tool to improve their understanding of technology and culture
- Analyse a topic/an issue presented in German language, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement
- Reflect critically on the appropriate and effective use of AI.
Content
This module will significantly enhance students’ receptive language skills so that, at the end of this course, students will be able to follow lectures and presentations in their subject area held in German as well as participate actively in question-and-answer sessions on engineering-related topics. By regular training and application of specific productive/expressive language skills, they will further improve their ability to take part in discussions of both general and engineering-related issues. Students will develop the ability to use and critically reflect on AI for writing skills development.
7 Lectures (various speakers) + 7 seminars (module leader)
- Presentations on engineering/science in German (5-6 Lectures)
- Presentations on cultural/social topics in German (1-2 Lectures)
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Further notes
A list of this year's module talks will be available on Moodle.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (25% each)
- Oral presentation (50%)
The assignments will be marked for language and/or content. In the case of native–speakers, the quality of the language production will be assessed accordingly.
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 700 words in the target language. Students should not use any online writing aid other than dictionaries. They should attach a list of the words they looked up as well as any reference material used (e.g. grammar books or websites). This assignment will be assessed for content and report structure, not language (although language mistakes will be flagged up as part of formative feedback, providing the students with the opportunity to reflect and self-correct). Learning objective: · Analyse, synthesise and/or critically evaluate a topic presented and discussed in class (topic related to science, technology or the culture of the German-speaking world); · Express ideas in a logical and articulate manner using a range of structures and expressions appropriate to the task and expected at the level of proficiency in the target language. |
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [25%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 500 words in the target language AND a revised draft (500 words). Student should submit a first draft produced without any aid at all, as well as a revised draft produced with the help AI (e.g. ChatGPT). They should be able to explain and justify the changes they chose to make and included in the revised draft (as this could be explored during the oral presentation). This assignment will be assessed for content and language (including the ability to reflect, self-correct and use AI appropriately). Learning objective: · Analyse, synthesise and/or critically evaluate a topic presented and discussed in class (topic related science, technology or the culture of the German-speaking world) · Express ideas in a logical and articulate manner using a range of structures and expressions appropriate to the task and expected at the level of proficiency in the target language.
· Use AI appropriately and critically. |
Individual report (1000 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [25%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (5 minutes), followed by questions on content and/or language about the presentation and/or the two written assignments (10-12 minutes). This assignment will be assessed for content and language (including the ability to reflect, self-correct and use AI appropriately). Learning objective: · Analyse, synthesise and/or critically evaluate a topic presented and discussed in class (a topic related to science, technology or the culture of the German-speaking world) · Express ideas in a logical and articulate manner using a range of structures and expressions appropriate to the task and expected at the level of proficiency in the target language
· Demonstrate an understanding of the target language and the ability to reflect critically on their language learning experience and the use of AI. |
Individual oral presentation (5 minutes) followed by questions (10-12 minutes) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [50%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 04/06/2025 13:33
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M2: German, 2020-21
Leader
Timing and Structure
Lent term. Assessment: 100% coursework
Prerequisites
German at Upper Intermediate Level or higher. In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Be confident in communicating in the target language, especially in a work-related situation, as well as explaining and defending their opinion about specific issues and problems
- Use the language as a tool to improve their understanding of technology and culture
- Analyse a topic/an issue presented in German language, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement
Content
This module will significantly enhance students’ receptive language skills so that, at the end of this course, students will be able to follow lectures and presentations in their subject area held in German as well as participate actively in question-and-answer sessions on engineering-related topics. By regular training and application of specific productive/expressive language skills, they will further improve their ability to take part in discussions of both general and engineering-related issues. Students will especially receive instruction/training in the delivery of presentations in German to prepare them for participation in international symposiums in German-speaking countries.
Particular emphasis will be put on:
- the creation of an understanding of the framework of German Engineering
- following and summarizing, as well as preparing and delivering, presentations in a foreign language
7 Lectures (various speakers) + 7 seminars (Alexander Bleistein)
- Engineering/Research-Presentations in German (5-6 Lectures)
- Presentations on cultural/social topics (1-2 Lectures)
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Support will be given with the following language related competences if necessary:
- How to follow, take notes and summarize a lecture in German
- How to give an oral presentation in German
- Engineering related language
Further notes
A list of this year's module talks will be available on Moodle.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 700 words in German Learning objective:
|
Individual report (700 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation in German (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 13/05/2020 10:34
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M1: French, 2018-19
Module Leader
Lecturer
Mr D Tual & guest speakers
Timing and Structure
Lent term. 7 lectures + seminars + coursework. Assessment: 100% coursework.
Prerequisites
Modules can be chosen by students with at least a B1/B2 (CEFR) level in the respective language (i.e. equivalent to AS or A-level). In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of French technology, society and culture.
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- be confident in speaking/reading/writing whether in a general or work-related situation;
- use the language as a tool to improve understanding of technology, society and culture;
- analyse a topic/an issue in depth, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement.
Content
Seminars (7 Lectures, various speakers, subject to changes)
- Les nanotechnologies dans les sciences de la vie
- Les Grandes Ecoles
- Visite et présentation du centre de recherche de Schlumberger (Cambridge West Site)
- Ingénieurs Sans Frontières
- Mai 68
- Développement et opération de centrales solaires photovoltaïques
- Les véhicules électriques et hybrides
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 25/05/2018 08:59
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M1: French, 2023-24
Module Leader
Lecturer
Mr D Tual
Timing and Structure
Lent term. 7 lectures + seminars + coursework. Assessment: 100% coursework.
Prerequisites
Modules can be chosen by students with at least a B1/B2 (CEFR) level in the respective language (i.e. equivalent to AS or A-level). In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of French technology, society and culture.
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- be confident in speaking/reading/writing whether in a general or work-related situation;
- use the language as a tool to improve understanding of technology, society and culture;
- analyse a topic/an issue in depth, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement.
Content
Seminars (7 Lectures, various speakers, subject to changes)
- L'industrie des matériaux composites
- La politique française
- La cristallographie quantique
- Ingénieurs Sans Frontières
- Mai 68
- La nanostructuration spontanée
- Présentation du CEA
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 30/05/2023 15:33
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M1: French, 2021-22
Module Leader
Lecturer
Mr D Tual
Timing and Structure
Lent term. 7 lectures + seminars + coursework. Assessment: 100% coursework.
Prerequisites
Modules can be chosen by students with at least a B1/B2 (CEFR) level in the respective language (i.e. equivalent to AS or A-level). In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of French technology, society and culture.
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- be confident in speaking/reading/writing whether in a general or work-related situation;
- use the language as a tool to improve understanding of technology, society and culture;
- analyse a topic/an issue in depth, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement.
Content
Seminars (7 Lectures, various speakers, subject to changes)
- Les nanotechnologies dans les sciences de la vie
- Les Grandes Ecoles
- Visite et présentation du centre de recherche de Schlumberger (Cambridge West Site)
- Ingénieurs Sans Frontières
- Mai 68
- Mécanobiologie
- Les véhicules électriques et hybrides
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
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Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
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Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 20/05/2021 07:52
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M1: French, 2024-25
Module Leader
Lecturer
Prof. David Tual
Timing and Structure
Lent term. 7 lectures + seminars + coursework. Assessment: 100% coursework.
Prerequisites
Modules can be chosen by students with at least a B1/B2 (CEFR) level in the respective language (i.e. equivalent to AS or A-level). In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of French technology, society and culture.
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- be confident in speaking/reading/writing whether in a general or work-related situation;
- use the language as a tool to improve understanding of technology, society and culture;
- analyse a topic/an issue in depth, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement.
Content
Seminars (7 Lectures, various speakers, subject to changes)
- L'industrie des matériaux composites
- La politique française
- La cristallographie quantique
- Ingénieurs Sans Frontières
- Mai 68
- La nanostructuration spontanée
- Présentation du CEA
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (25% each)
- Oral presentation (50%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
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Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
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Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [25%] |
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Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [25%] |
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Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [50%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 31/05/2024 10:27
Engineering Tripos Part IIB, 4M1: French, 2020-21
Module Leader
Lecturer
Mr D Tual
Timing and Structure
Lent term. 7 lectures + seminars + coursework. Assessment: 100% coursework.
Prerequisites
Modules can be chosen by students with at least a B1/B2 (CEFR) level in the respective language (i.e. equivalent to AS or A-level). In any case, students wishing to take a language module must contact the relevant language coordinator in order to ensure they hold the necessary qualifications.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- improve understanding of French technology, society and culture.
- enable all students to consolidate their listening skills and practise their speaking skills in class, while particular emphasis will be put on reading and writing skills outside the class.
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- be confident in speaking/reading/writing whether in a general or work-related situation;
- use the language as a tool to improve understanding of technology, society and culture;
- analyse a topic/an issue in depth, compare all the elements at play, synthesise the major points and make a balanced judgement.
Content
Seminars (7 Lectures, various speakers, subject to changes)
- Les nanotechnologies dans les sciences de la vie
- Les Grandes Ecoles
- Visite et présentation du centre de recherche de Schlumberger (Cambridge West Site)
- Ingénieurs Sans Frontières
- Mai 68
- Mécanobiologie
- Les véhicules électriques et hybrides
Seminars
Associated with each lecture will be a one-hour seminar. This may be held before the lecture for preparation, or following the lecture for discussion purposes.
Format may vary.
Coursework
The students will prepare 3 major pieces of coursework:
- Two written reports (30% each)
- Oral presentation (40%)
- The assignments will be marked for both language and content (50% language, 50% content)
|
Coursework |
Format |
Due date & marks |
|---|---|---|
|
Coursework activity #1 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 3 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #2 Report A structured report of 900 words in the target language Learning objective:
|
Individual report (900 words) Non-anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
|
Coursework activity #3 Oral presentation A structured oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Learning objective:
|
Individual oral presentation (10-15 minutes followed by questions) Non-anonymously marked |
Last session (week 8) [40%] |
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
UK-SPEC
This syllabus contributes to the following areas of the UK-SPEC standard:
Toggle display of UK-SPEC areas.
GT1
Develop transferable skills that will be of value in a wide range of situations. These are exemplified by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority Higher Level Key Skills and include problem solving, communication, and working with others, as well as the effective use of general IT facilities and information retrieval skills. They also include planning self-learning and improving performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.
IA1
Apply appropriate quantitative science and engineering tools to the analysis of problems.
IA2
Demonstrate creative and innovative ability in the synthesis of solutions and in formulating designs.
KU1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of their engineering discipline, and its underpinning science and mathematics.
KU2
Have an appreciation of the wider multidisciplinary engineering context and its underlying principles.
P4
Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources.
Last modified: 13/05/2020 10:34
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