PRESENTAZIONE

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.

OBIETTIVI E CONTENUTI

OBIETTIVI FORMATIVI

The objectives of this course are to impart a mastery of technical terminology, foster an understanding of technical documentation, cultivate oral and written communication skills in professional contexts. Students will be encouraged to enhance intercultural skills to facilitate collaboration in global teams. In summary, the aim is to equip students with the linguistic and technical proficiency needed for success in the robotics industry, facilitating communication and collaboration in complex international settings.

OBIETTIVI FORMATIVI (DETTAGLIO) E RISULTATI DI APPRENDIMENTO

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.

PREREQUISITI

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

MODALITA' DIDATTICHE

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

TESTI/BIBLIOGRAFIA

All materials will be available on Aulaweb. 

DOCENTI E COMMISSIONI

Commissione d'esame

GIULIA CHIANTIA (Presidente)

ANTONIO SGORBISSA

ENRICO SIMETTI (Presidente Supplente)

LEZIONI

INIZIO LEZIONI

Lessons start on Thursday 20th February (h 11AM-1PM).

Orari delle lezioni

L'orario di questo insegnamento è consultabile all'indirizzo: Portale EasyAcademy

ESAMI

MODALITA' D'ESAME

Written exam. 

Calendario appelli