Course detail

Music Theory in English

FEKT-JAH1Acad. year: 2016/2017

Revision and a deeper look at grammar from previous studies, vocabulary enrichment, a focus on communication in everyday situations, basic terminology from the field of music, and familiarization with the realities of English-speaking countries. Classes take place approximately at the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Smékal, CSc.

Department

Department of Telecommunications (UTKO)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

The student will be able to:
- translate the main ideas of normal oral and written expressions of musical practice which also contain unknown words,
- react spontaneously in a conversation on musical practice with native speakers,
- use the vocabulary of musical practice in speaking,
- express himself fluently in written form, expressing and explaining his opinion in the field of musical practice,
- distinguish between formal and informal language.

Prerequisites

English language skills at the B1 (intermediate) level are required.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in Article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.
- Lectures consist of interpretation and conversation.
- Exercises consist of listening to recordings of native speakers in English from the field of musical practice.
Participation in lectures and exercises is recommended.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

The evaluation of study results follows the Rules for Studies and Examinations of BUT and the Dean's Regulation on the Rules for Studies and Examinations of BUT. To obtain the credit, it is necessary to successfully complete a written test focusing on vocabulary, grammar and communication skills in English in musical practice.

Course curriculum

1. – 3. Revision and a deeper look at grammar from previous studies.
4. – 8. Basic terminology from the field of music, vocabulary enrichment.
9. – 13. Conversation, familiarization with the realities of English-speaking countries.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The goal is to enhance vocabulary and communication skills in English in musical practice.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Forms of the checked instructions are specified by a regulation issued by the guarantor of the course and updated every academic year.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme AUDIO-J Bachelor's

    branch J-AUD , 1 year of study, winter semester, elective general
    branch J-AUD , 2 year of study, winter semester, elective general
    branch J-AUD , 3 year of study, winter semester, elective general

Type of course unit

 

Fundamentals seminar

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Mgr. Radka Koton