UNIVERSITY OF TRANSPORT HO CHI MINH CITY

CENTER FOR LANGUAGES, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, AND

VOCATIONAL TRAINING
PROGRAMME: ENGLISH B2

COURSE SYLLABUS

1. General course information

Course name English B2.6 Code: 062306

Credits1 4 Credits (3,0,3)

LT2 BT/DA TH/TN Total Self-study
Time allocation
4 60
Grading scale 10
Prerequisite English B2.5
courses
Co-requisite
courses
Course type ✘Mandatory Mandatory elective Free elective
Belongs to the General Education
component

2. Course Description
The "English B2.6" course offers a comprehensive overview of the fields of Economics,
Logistics, and Engineering, helping students improve their English skills in a professional
context. This course equips students with fundamental concepts, industry-specific vocabulary,
and communication skills relevant to these fields.
Module 1: Economics
The Economics Module focuses on essential concepts and skills in the global business
environment. Students will explore topics such as corporate communication (Unit 1:
Communication), where they will develop key skills for internal communication and
corporate messaging via platforms. The module continues with concepts related to success in
business (Unit 4: Success), with a focus on successful business strategies and women leaders
in business. Furthermore, students will study risk management (Unit 6: Risk), particularly in
terms of reputation management and climate change in global business. Finally, students will
delve into mergers and acquisitions (Unit 12: Mergers and Acquisitions), including the
international expansion process and successful acquisitions. This module helps students
develop communication skills in real-world business contexts and provides insight into the
factors influencing business management in a globalized environment.
Module 2: Logistics

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1 credit equals 50 hours (15 hours of lectures & exercises/projects + 35 hours of self-study); or 30 hours of
practical work, experiments + 20 hours of self-study; or 50 hours of internships, reports, projects, theses.
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Abbreviations: LT: lectures; BT/DA: exercises/Projects; TH: practical work, experiments.
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The Logistics Module introduces students to the fundamental concepts and processes of
supply chain management and logistics in a global context. In Unit 1: Introduction to
Logistics, students will learn about jobs in logistics and regular logistics activities, providing a
foundation for understanding the field and its professional roles. Unit 2: Logistics Services
covers topics such as logistics acronyms, 3PL providers, and value-added services, helping
students grasp key logistics terminology and services. Students will then study modes of
transport (Unit 4: Modes of Transport), focusing on transport and handling equipment,
container types, and types of goods. Lastly, Unit 7: Warehousing and Storage will introduce
students to handling equipment and warehouse areas, providing insight into modern logistics
operations. This module enables students to familiarize themselves with essential tools and
terms in logistics and supply chain management, while developing skills for organizing and
managing logistics operations.
Module 3: Engineering
The Engineering Module equips students with essential knowledge of engineering
applications and technical skills in mechanical and electrical engineering. In Unit 1:
Technology in Use, students will learn how to describe technical functions and explain how
technology works, while developing skills to describe technological applications in the
industry. Unit 4: Engineering Design will introduce students to the engineering design
process, from working with technical drawings to describing design stages. In Unit 6:
Technical Development, students will learn about technical requirements and assessing
feasibility when developing engineering solutions. Finally, Unit 8: Monitoring and Control
focuses on automated systems, with an emphasis on describing automated systems and the
monitoring and control processes in engineering projects.
This module provides students with the foundational skills in engineering and technology
development, preparing them to apply these principles in their professional work in
engineering fields.
Throughout the course, students will develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills in real-world situations related to Economics, Logistics, and Engineering. In-class
sessions will focus on practicing communication and discussing industry-related topics, while
e-learning sessions will reinforce knowledge through reading and writing assignments. End-
of-module assessments will allow students to review and consolidate their knowledge before
proceeding to the next module. This course not only improves students' proficiency in
specialized English but also prepares them for careers in Economics, Logistics, and
Engineering by offering real-world case studies, communication skills, and problem-solving
abilities in a professional setting.

3. Course Objectives - CO
This course provides students with the following objectives:
CO1. Understand and explain the fundamental concepts and specialized vocabulary in
Economics, Logistics, and Engineering, while recognizing the importance of these fields in
the global context. Students will grasp the roles of stakeholders and the main functions within
these industries.
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CO2. Develop the ability to use specialized English effectively for communication in
professional settings within Economics, Logistics, and Engineering. Students will enhance
their speaking and writing skills for presentations, reports, and discussions in a professional
context.
CO3. Improve the ability to read and analyze complex specialized texts, including
materials related to business management, logistics, and engineering, helping students
apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios.
CO4. Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills in professional environments
through case studies and practical exercises in Economics, Logistics, and Engineering.
Students will be guided to apply the knowledge they've learned to address real-world issues.

4. Course Learning Outcomes - CLO

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
CLO1. Recognize and recall essential specialized vocabulary related to Economics,
Logistics, and Engineering, and use these terms in basic communication settings such as
introductions and discussions.
CLO2. Understand and explain key terms and concepts in Economics, Logistics, and
Engineering in English, demonstrating the ability to comprehend and interpret specialized
texts or conversations in these fields.
CLO3. Apply specialized English in professional scenarios, such as participating in
discussions, giving presentations, and writing reports using the appropriate vocabulary and
expressions in Economics, Logistics, and Engineering.
CLO4. Analyze case studies and industry-related materials in Economics, Logistics, and
Engineering by understanding and evaluating specialized language use, drawing connections
between concepts and applying them in practical communication contexts.

5. Students Duties
- Students must attend at least 80% of the course sessions, including both in-class and e-
learning sessions, to actively participate in discussions and activities related to specialized
English in Economics, Logistics, and Engineering.
- Complete and submit all assignments and presentations on time.
- Actively review and apply the specialized vocabulary learned, preparing for lessons and
assignments using available learning materials such as textbooks, articles, and online
resources.
- Participate in and complete ongoing assessments and the final evaluation, demonstrating
the ability to effectively use specialized English in professional settings.

6. Assessment Methods

The assessment methods for this course ensure that learners achieve the expected Course
Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment CLOs Evaluation Weight (%)

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Method Criteria
Processs Attendance (No more than CLO1, Rubric A1.1 0%
Assessment 3 absences) CLO2,
(55%) CLO3
Mini tests (Each unit) CLO1, Rubric A1.2 45% (3.75%
CLO2 for each unit)
Midterm Test (Average of CLO1, Rubric A1.2 55% (18.33%
3 end-of-module tests) CLO2, for each test)
CLO3
End of Final Exam CLO1, Rubric A1.2 45%
Course (Comprehensive of 3 CLO2,
(45%) modules - Multiple choice) CLO3
Total 100%

7. Teaching and learning plan/outline

Module 1: Economics Schedule
Sessio Learning Topic Book Used
n Mode
1 In-class Unit 1: Communication - Corporate Market Leader
communication
2 E-learning Unit 1: Communication - Twitter Market Leader
3 In-class Unit 4: Success - Successful women Market Leader
4 E-learning Unit 4: Success - Successful strategic Market Leader
change
5 In-class Unit 6: Risk - Reputational risk Market Leader
6 E-learning Unit 6: Risk - Climate change Market Leader
7 In-class Unit 12: Mergers and acquisitions - Market Leader
Expanding abroad
8 E-learning Module 1 End Assessment

Module 2: Logistics Schedule

Sessio Learning Topic Book Used
n Mode
9 In-class Unit 1: Introduction to logistics - Setting English for
the scene, Jobs in logistics Logistics
10 E-learning Unit 1: Introduction to logistics - Regular English for
activities Logistics
11 In-class Unit 2: Logistics services - Logistics English for
acronyms Logistics
12 E-learning Unit 2: Logistics services - 3PL providers English for
Logistics
13 In-class Unit 4: Modes of transport - Transport English for
and handling equipment Logistics
14 E-learning Unit 4: Modes of transport - Container English for
types Logistics
15 In-class Unit 7: Warehousing and storage - English for
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Handling equipment Logistics

16 E-learning Unit 7: Warehousing and storage - English for
Warehouse areas Logistics
17 In-class Module 2 End Assessment

Module 3: Engineering Schedule

Sessio Learning Topic Book Used
n Mode
18 In-class Unit 1: Technology in use - Cambridge English
Describing technical functions and for Engineering
applications
19 E-learning Unit 1: Technology in use - Cambridge English
Explaining how technology works for Engineering
20 In-class Unit 4: Engineering design - Cambridge English
Working with drawings for Engineering
21 E-learning Unit 4: Engineering design - Cambridge English
Describing design phases and for Engineering
procedures
22 In-class Unit 6: Technical development - Cambridge English
Discussing technical requirements for Engineering
23 E-learning Unit 6: Technical development - Cambridge English
Assessing feasibility for Engineering
24 In-class Unit 8: Monitoring and control - Cambridge English
Describing automated systems for Engineering
25 E-learning Module 3 End Assessment
26 In-class Final Exam

8. Course Materials
8.1. Main materials
[1] John Rogers, 2020, Market Leader - Business English Coursebook, Pearson
Education (Main material for the Economics module)
[2] Jonathan L. Lurkin, 2015, English for Logistics - Coursebook, Oxford University
Press (Main material for the Logistics module)
[3] Peter S. Jones, 2017, Cambridge English for Engineering - Coursebook, Cambridge
University Press (Main material for the Engineering module)

8.2. References Materials

[1] David Cotton, 2017, Business Vocabulary in Use, Cambridge University Press
(Additional material for expanding business vocabulary)
[2] John Eastwood, 2016, Oxford Practice Grammar, Oxford University Press
(Grammar reference material for enhancing language skills)
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[3] Simon Sweeney, 2018, Business English Handbook Advanced, Macmillan

Education
(Reference for advanced business English learning)
[4] Keith S. Folse, 2019, Vocabulary Myths, University of Michigan Press
(Reference for understanding common vocabulary learning mistakes)

9. Other course requirements and expectations

10. Write and Revise course syllabus

- Date of initial compilation:
- Date of revision:

Center Supervisor Course Outline Creator

MSc. Dang Thuy Long Chau