FOREIGN LANGUAGE II (ENG.) PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
YDL102	FOREIGN LANGUAGE II (ENG.)	2	3	3	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ARZU KAYA KOÇDOĞAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide English learners with integrated language skills such as reading, listening and writing resulting in a level of basic language knowledge.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course will focus on grammar rules, basic word knowledge and usage, reading comprehension, reading out of the lesson, and paragraph writing.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Verbally, and in written texts broadly sets sentences in time, present and past tense.
Defines the basic modes and uses them in initial communication and writing skills.
Translates sentences from English to Turkish and from Turkish to English at basic level.
Interpret texts written in English at the beginning level.
Writes a paragraph at a basic level describing an event or memory in the past.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Video watching/ Reading	Linking Ideas: Present and Past Irregular Plurals, Consonants, There was/were	Programmed Learning
2	Video watching/ Reading	Countable and Uncountable Nouns, Imperatives Healthy Living and habits	Programmed Learning
3	Video watching/ Reading	Can for ability Could and Couldn’t Skills at work	Programmed Learning / Videoconferencing
4	Video watching/ Reading	Can for requests Adjectives and Adverbs	Programmed Learning
5	Video watching/ Reading	Describing People, Present Continuous and Adjectives	Programmed Learning
6	Video watching/ Reading	Question Formation, Prepositions: at, in, on, to	Programmed Learning / Videoconferencing
7	Video watching/ Reading	Have to/ don’t have to Housework, home, school & work obligations	Programmed Learning
8	Video watching	Offering and Inviting Why..? Would you like to…? Let’s…? Free time activities	Programmed Learning
9	Video watching/ Reading	Be going to + infinitive for plans	Programmed Learning
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Video watching/ Reading	Be going to weak forms: Maybe/perhaps	Programmed Learning / Videoconferencing
12	Video watching/ Reading	Past Simple have to	Programmed Learning
13	Video watching/ Reading	Transport, Prepositions of movement Address Description	Programmed Learning
14	Video watching	Writing Activities	Programmed Learning / Videoconferencing
15	Video watching	Writing Activities	Programmed Learning
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Puchta, H., Stranks, J. (2010). English in mind –(Modul Tests). Cambridge University Press.
Seligson, P. (2009). Richmond essential english course elementary-2. Richmond Publishing.
Walker, E., Elsworth, S. (2000). Grammar practice for elementary students. Longman Press.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Defines professional responsibility issues such as ethical principles, respect for patients and patient specimens, biosafety of biological samples, and data confidentiality.
2	Has basic knowledge of current pathology practices, relevant literature, and emerging technologies (e.g., tissue banking, immunohistochemistry, and molecular pathology) and demonstrates awareness of lifelong learning.
3	Plans professional duties in accordance with time management principles.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Defines the basic concepts, terminology, and theoretical knowledge used in pathology laboratories.
2	Explains tissue processing, fixation, embedding, microtome sectioning, staining, histochemistry, and microscopic examination techniques together with their underlying theoretical principles.
3	Has knowledge of laboratory quality control, quality assurance, accreditation standards, biosafety, hygiene, and sterilization principles.
4	Explains the characteristics and principles of use of equipment, materials, and chemicals used in pathology laboratories.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Differentiates between normal tissues and pathological structures and provides basic interpretations while evaluating tissues using a microscope.
2	Identifies chemical, biological, and physical risks and performs basic risk management.
3	Solves basic problems encountered in professional processes by applying analytical thinking.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Performs fixative preparation, tissue processing, embedding, microtome sectioning, and paraffin section–microscopic slide preparation in the pathology laboratory.
2	Performs laboratory procedures such as staining, histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, special staining techniques, and microscopic examination accurately and safely.
3	Appropriately manages the use, maintenance, and safety procedures of laboratory equipment (e.g., microtome, microscope, stainer).
4	Contributes to sample tracking and result reporting processes by maintaining laboratory records and accurately performs sample coding and data management.
5	Complies with biosafety and occupational health and safety regulations while adhering to laboratory quality control procedures.
6	Shares professional knowledge and findings accurately and effectively within a team.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Carries out professional duties and responsibilities independently.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Is open to continuous professional development and lifelong learning; follows the scientific literature and is willing to learn new techniques.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively with physicians, pathologists, nurses, and laboratory staff, demonstrating openness to teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.
2	Takes professional responsibility, uses initiative, and demonstrates problem-solving skills when necessary.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates behaviors that prioritize laboratory safety and biosafety at all times, while complying with ethical and professional conduct principles and maintaining patient and specimen confidentiality.
2	Takes responsibility for time management, laboratory organization, and work planning, and performs procedures in accordance with standards, accurately, and on time.
3	Is aware of legal regulations related to the field, patient rights, biosafety standards, and ethical rules, and complies with these regulations.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	2	26
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	4	4
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	3	3
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	31	0	77