Key words
German, IWETO code H530 German language and literature
Objectives
During the third year of their logistics management study, students have to be able to express themselves fluently in German, both in speech and in writing.
Besides ready command of everyday German they have to know transport terminology and be able to read German professional literature.
Topics
1. German in logistics (thematic structure)
1.1. The course was built around several themes:
1.1.1. Countries, capitals, languages and inhabitants
1.1.2. European Union
1.1.3. German countries
1.1.4. Transport of goods
1.1.5. Road transport
1.1.6. Railroad transport
1.1.7. Maritime and inland shipping
1.1.8. Air transport
1.1.9. Combined transport
1.1.10. Packaging
1.1.11. Annual transport fairs
1.2. Grammar
Elementary rules of grammar needed to express oneself correctly
Review exercises on subjects from the first and second year.
Adapted exercises on second year subjects.
1.3. Communicative functions:
Standard expressions and examples of real telephone conversations.
2. Students get a list with terminology for self-study
Prerequisites
Students have reached the final competence at the end of the second year.
Final Objectives
Knowledge:
General:
Job-related:- Command of terminology in German
- Written and oral command of German in professional contexts
Skills:
General and job-related:- Written reporting in German
- Expressing oneself correctly in German
- Correct telephone communication in German
Job-related:- Correct telephone communication in German
- Being able to express oneself in speech and in writing in professional situations in German
Attitudes:
General and job-related:- Sociability
- Willingness to listen
Job-related:- Willingness to get advice
Materials used
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Materials compiled by lecturer
Study costs
Photocopies / syllabus at the current Hogeschool Gent rate
Study guidance
Guided self-study
Teaching Methods
Classes mainly consist of interactive sessions and exercises.
Intense interaction between lecturer and students is intended.
Independent work is encouraged.
Assessment
- First exam session: 80% written exam and 20% oral
- Second exam session: 80% written exam and 20% oral
Students registered for the examinations only: - First exam session: 80% written exam and 20% oral
- Second exam session 80% written exam and 20% oral
Lecturer(s)
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