OVERVIEW

This course is designed to develop students’ English proficiency in the field of robotics engineering. Using a communicative approach, it emphasizes practical language skills through interactive discussions and technical speaking activities related to robotics. Students will engage with authentic materials, to expand their vocabulary and enhance their ability to communicate effectively in academic and professional settings. The course aims at strengthening students' skills in all key language areas — writing, speaking, listening, and reading — to ensure well-rounded communication skills.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The purpose of the teaching unit is for participants to acquire knowledge and understand technical terminology, technical documentation, and oral and written communication skills in professional contexts, to enhance intercultural skills for collaboration in global teams, and to develop the linguistic and technical proficiency needed for effective communication and collaboration in complex international settings within the robotics industry.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Communicate ideas clearly and confidently in oral discussions, presentations, and professional conversations within the field of robotics.

• Develop effective listening skills to comprehend technical discussions, lectures, and professional exchanges related to robotics engineering.

• Analyze and critically evaluate research articles and other technical texts relevant to robotics engineering.

• Improve their writing skills for technical documents, including research papers and professional emails.

• Engage in collaborative discussions and debates on current topics in robotics, demonstrating the ability to articulate and defend their viewpoints.

• Apply appropriate grammar, tone, and style in both spoken and written communication within academic and professional settings.

• Enhance research skills by gathering, organizing, and presenting information effectively in a written format.

PREREQUISITES

An Upper-Intermediate level of English proficiency (Level B2 in the CEFR) is required for the course. 

TEACHING METHODS

This course follows a communicative approach, emphasizing active student participation and interaction to develop practical language skills. It incorporates authentic materials to ensure that students engage with real-world language use. Through discussions, speaking and writing activities, and collaborative learning, students will strengthen their ability to communicate effectively in academic and professional settings.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

• Listening to elaborate discussions pertaining robotics
• Reading and discussing the latest development and trends in the field of robotics
• Writing complex texts, providing supporting arguments to your thesis
• Writing for academic contexts
• Making predictions about the future of robotics
• Highlighting pros and cons of specific technologies

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

All materials will be available on Aulaweb. 

LESSONS

LESSONS START

Thursday 10-12 AM, Aula G2B - Opera Pia - padiglione G. 

The course starts on September 25th.

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Written exam (Reading and Vocabulary + Writing). 

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Final exam.