Vision, Mission and Quality Objectives
English Department co-operates harmoniously with other departments to become a standardized Technological University regionally and nationally.
- To develop students’ basic engineering concepts and knowledge
- To enhance students’ use of language in scientific and engineering contexts
- To produce new generations in engineering who can fluently use English language as a tool of international communication
- To make out text-based learning systematically to get continual learning opportunities
- To make an effort to get customer feedback by more than 85% in 2023-2024 academic year
- To enable the teachers of the English Department to attend three times or more quality improvement courses per academic year in order to improve their qualities
Organization Chart of English Department
Curriculum
First Year– 2-1-0
Blueprint (B1) Intermediate by Peggy Anderson & Thomas Hong
Blueprint B1 (Intermediate) is a goals-based course for adults, which prepares learners to use English independently for global communication.
It is divided into 4 module-based units. Each module includes two units. Every unit of this book has five lessons, all of which are arranged in line with the module goals.
Skill development
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
Language development
- Grammar & Structure
- Vocabulary
Unit/Module Summary
Unit/Module | Unit Summary |
1 | In this first unit, students talk about what they do for fun when they are at home. This includes hosting friends and family, having dinner parties, game nights, and staying in to watch TV or a movie. |
2 | This unit helps students talk about what they do outside of the home for fun. Students will talk about making short vacation plans with friends and family, meeting someone for a date, and going out with friends for a night on the town. |
3 | Students will talk about sports, fitness, and health. This unit teaches learners to talk about their exercise habits and their favorite physical activities. It also includes discussing spectator sports and sports-related injuries. |
4 | This unit teaches learners to navigate visits with health care professionals. Students will learn how to interact with professionals such as doctors, dentists, therapists, and pharmacists. |
5 | Students will discuss nutrition and hygiene in this unit. They will talk about eating habits, proper nutrition, and how to find and prepare healthy meals. |
6 | This unit teaches students to talk about their style and grooming habits. They will learn how to communicate their beauty needs at home, at school, the store, as well as at a salon or spa. |
7 | Students learn to talk about travel plans and social events. They will learn how to book a flight and arrange accommodations or other types of bookings necessary for a short vacation with family or a night out with friends. |
8 | Students are let loose to explore the finest shopping locales. Students will learn to traverse the city and hit busy commercial locations. They will also learn to barter and give safety tips for exploring a new city. |
Supplement
- Engineering terms, definitions and usages
Mark Distribution for 1st Year
Sr No | Contribution | Mark Distribution | Remark |
1 | Tutorial (2 times per semester – Total (4) times) | 20 | Reading, Listening, Writing/Structure, Speaking |
2 | Assignment
| 10 | · Use rubric · Record the marks systematically. · Keep all assignments |
3 | Examination (Mid-term, Final) | 70 | · Cover all units/modules, and supplement. |
Total | 100 |
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Second Year– 2-1-0
Blueprint (B1+) Upper Intermediate by Peggy Anderson & Thomas Hong
Blueprint B1+ (Upper-Intermediate) is a goals-based course for adults, which prepares learners to use English independently for global communication.
It is divided into 4 module-based units. Each module includes two units. Every unit of this book has five lessons, all of which are arranged in line with the module goals.
Skill development
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
Language development
- Grammar & Structure
- Vocabulary
Unit | Unit Summary |
1 | In this first module, students will learn how to talk about their personal interests, feelings, and values. They will learn how to describe their hobbies and personality and to give personal recommendations for things they enjoy. |
2 | This module helps students talk about their memories. Students will learn how to talk about things they used to love in the past, including special items, family trips, and special occasions. |
3 | This module helps students talk about the environment. They will learn how to talk about climate change, ecosystems, and sustainable technologies that will help create a better, cleaner world. |
4 | This module helps students talk about technology. They will learn how to talk about how they travel, the appliances they have at home, and the devices they carry every day. They will also learn how to talk about promising future technologies. |
5 | This module helps students talk about what they find entertaining. They will learn how to talk about thrilling activities, a night out, special festivals and celebrations, and other adventures they wish to go on. |
6 | This module helps students talk about what they enjoy playing and watching. They will learn to talk about films, TV shows, the news, and video games. |
7 | This module helps students talk about spending and savings. They will learn to talk about the things they want or need to buy, how they save money, and other financial topics. |
8 | This module helps students talk about their health. They will learn to talk about common illnesses, doctor visits, good nutrition, and exercise habits. |
Supplement
- IELTS Writing Task 1 and Task 2
Mark Distribution for 2nd Year
Sr No | Contribution | Mark Distribution | Remark |
1 | Tutorial (2 times per semester – Total (4) times)
| 20 | Reading, Listening, Writing/Structure, Speaking |
2 | Assignment
| 10 | · Use rubric · Record the marks systematically. · Keep all the assignments |
3 | Examination (Mid-term, Final) | 70 | · Cover all units/modules, and supplement. |
Total | 100 |
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Third Year– 2-1-0
Blueprint (B2) Pre-Advanced by Peggy Anderson & Ali Simpson
Blueprint B2 (Pre-Advanced) is a goals-based course for adults, which prepares learners to use English independently for global communication.
It is divided into 4 module-based units. Each module includes two units. Every unit of this book has five lessons, all of which are arranged in line with the module goals.
Skill development
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
Language development
- Grammar & Structure
- Vocabulary
Unit | Unit Summary |
1 | In this module, students learn how to talk about jobs and careers. They will learn how to describe job duties, read job ads, and answer interview questions. They will also learn how to write a cover letter. |
2 | This module helps students talk about world culture. They will learn to talk about fashion, art, food, and music. |
3 | This module helps students talk about politics, elections, and government. They will learn how to describe forms of government and discuss political issues such as immigration and voting. |
4 | This module helps students talk about science and science fiction. They will learn to talk about the reasons that science fiction is popular, common scientific myths, and exploration of space and the ocean. |
5 | This module helps students talk about what they find entertaining. They will learn how to talk about the plots of movies, ways that movies influence people, famous athletes, and everyday electronic devices. |
6 | This module helps students talk about crime and the law. They will learn to talk about famous unsolved crimes, corporate crime, and international law, dealing with traffic stops, and writing laws. |
7 | This module helps students talk about physical and mental health. They will learn to talk about nutrition, body image, and various medical issues. |
8 | This module helps students talk about the business world. They will learn to talk about entrepreneurship, employees’ rights and benefits, and other business topics. |
Supplement
- Business English
Mark Distribution for 3rd Year
Sr No | Contribution | Mark Distribution | Remark |
1 | Tutorial (2 times per semester – Total (4) times)
| 20 | Reading, Listening, Writing/Structure, Speaking |
2 | Assignment
| 10 | · Use rubric · Record the marks systematically. · Keep all the assignments |
3 | Examination (Mid-term, Final) | 70 | · Cover all units/modules, and supplement. |
Total | 100 |
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Fourth Year– 2-1-0
Blueprint (C1) Advanced by Leah Douglass & Ali Simpson
Blueprint C1 (Advanced) is a goals-based course for adults, which prepares learners to use English independently for global communication.
It is divided into 4 module-based units. Each module includes two units. Every unit of this book has five lessons, all of which are arranged in line with the module goals.
Skill development
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
Language development
- Grammar & Structure
- Vocabulary
Unit | Unit Summary |
1 | This module helps students learn how to talk about people they look up to. They will learn how to talk about great philanthropists, inventors, and other role models, as well as how to write a fan letter. |
2 | This module helps students talk about world cultures. They will learn to talk about endangered languages, world history and cuisine, and other cultural topics. They will also express their opinions on these topics. |
3 | This module helps students talk about how technology will affect our future. They will learn how to talk about gene therapy, automation, space exploration, smart homes, and other topics in tech. |
4 | This module helps students talk about mysterious phenomena. They will learn to talk about superstitions, animal emotions, ghost stories, and common false beliefs. |
5 | This module helps students talk about art and its role in the world and in their lives. They will learn to talk about galleries, art movements, various art forms, artistic freedom, and personal taste. |
6 | This module helps students talk about major values and life goals. They will learn to talk about educational objectives, the meaning of happiness, leadership styles, and how to set goals. |
7 | This module helps students talk about the meaning of rights and obligations. They will learn to discuss animal rights, military service, and corporate and individual responsibility. |
8 | This module helps students talk about what kinds of behavior are and are not ethical. They will learn to talk about legal problems, human rights, capital punishment, international cooperation, and criminal justice. |
Supplement
- Presentation Skill
- Individual/Group Presentation
Mark Distribution for 4th Year
Sr No | Contribution | Mark Distribution | Remark |
1 | Tutorial (2 times per semester – Total (4) times)
| 20 | Reading, Listening, Writing/Structure, Speaking |
2 | Assignment
| 10 | · Use rubric · Record the marks systematically. · Keep all the assignments |
3 | Examination (Mid-term, Final) | 70 | · Cover all units/modules, and supplement. |
Total | 100 |
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