Course: English for Graphic Arts I

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Course title English for Graphic Arts I
Course code KPF/C957
Organizational form of instruction Seminar
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction English
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Halenkovič Tomáš, Ing. PhD.
Course content
1. week Introduction 2. week Workflow Structure and Prepress 3.-4. week Offset Printing 5. week Gravure Printing 6. week Flexography 7. week Screen Printing 8. week Pad Transfer Printing 9. week InkJet Printing 10. week Electrophotography 11. week Binding 12. week Cutting 13. week Packaging

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming), Work with text (with textbook, with book)
  • Contact teaching - 26 hours per semester
  • Home preparation for classes - 26 hours per semester
  • Preparation for an exam - 39 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The module develops an English language knowledge and communication skills in the area of graphic arts.
On completion of this module the student should gain sufficient fundamental skills and vocabulary that will help them in communication regarding print related topics and presentation of their work at international conferences.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of English is required. Participants should be able to read simple text, exchange information and understand the main points of spoken language.

Assessment methods and criteria
Written examination, Discussion

This module will be assessed through a written test, translation of specific vocabulary and through a discussion about some print related topic. The speaking test examines the ability to fluently speak about the topic and to use specific vocabulary.
Recommended literature
  • Armer, Tamzen. Cambridge English for scientists. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2011. ISBN 978-0-521-15409-3.
  • Kaplanová, Marie. Anglicko-německo-český polygrafický slovník. Praha: Svaz polygrafických podnikatelů, 2003. ISBN 80-239-0169-9.
  • Kipphan, Helmut . Handbook of print media : technologies and production methods. Berlin: Springer, 2001. ISBN 3-540-67326-1.
  • MACMILLAN. MACMILLAN English Dictionary for Advanced learners.
  • Oxeden, C.; Latham-Koenig, C. New English File Upper-Intermediate. CUP, 2012. ISBN 9780194519571.
  • Oxenden, C., Lahtam-Koenig, S. - Seligson, P. New English File Upper-Intermediate. Oxford University Press, 2008.
  • Oxendon , C et al. New English File Intermediate, OUP, 2006.


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