English
PART A: GENERALITIES
Presentation
The English course taught by J. Shea, was designed to enhance our communication skills, particularly in a professional and technical context. The course included sessions focused on preparing and delivering presentations, as well as writing reports in English. Additionally, we had sessions dedicated to preparing for the TOEIC exam, which is a requirement for obtaining the engineering diploma.
PART B: DESCRIPTIVE PART
Experience Details
Environment and Context
During this course, I worked on improving my English communication skills through various activities. We had sessions dedicated to working on presentations for our innovative project “What a Leak” and writing the corresponding report. These sessions were crucial for developing my ability to present and debate technical choices in English and produce detailed reports for our projects.
My Function
In this course, I was responsible for:
- Presenting and debating the technical choices made for the Innovative project (What a Leak) project in English.
- Producing a detailed report in English for the developed project.
- Preparing for the TOEIC exam through dedicated sessions.
PART C: TECHNICAL PART
In this section I present the technical aspects of the English course, focusing on the preparation and delivery of presentations, report writing, and TOEIC exam preparation.
Technical Concepts Learned
1. Presentation Skills
We learned how to make and give good presentations in English. This included organizing the presentation, using visual aids, and practicing speaking in front of others. The goal was to clearly explain technical information and keep the audience interested. Additionally, we focused on body language, such as maintaining eye contact, using gestures effectively, and ensuring confident posture for presentations.
2. Report Writing
We practiced writing detailed technical reports in English. This involved organizing the content, using the right technical words, and making sure everything was clear and easy to understand. The reports were about our innovative project “What a Leak,” and we got feedback to help us improve our writing.
3. TOEIC Exam Preparation
We had special sessions to get ready for the TOEIC exam. Including listening, reading, and grammar exercises. We also took practice exams to get used to the format and timing of the test.
PART D: ANALYTICAL PART
The Knowledge and Skills Mobilized
- Presenting and debating technical choices in English.
- Producing detailed reports in English for technical projects.
- Preparing for and successfully passing the TOEIC exam.
Self Evaluation
At the beginning of the school year, I was not very confident in my oral presentation skills, as it had been more than six months since my last presentation. However, with regular project presentations, I improved my presentation and writing skills through practice. Additionally, the internship abroad in Romania significantly enhanced my comprehension and oral skills, which was a major factor in my success in the TOEIC exam that I get with a score of 890 was a significant achievement. However, I realized that I need to continue practicing English communication skills to maintain and further improve proficiency.
My Opinion
I found the English course to be very beneficial for improving my communication skills in a professional and technical context. The focus on presentations, report writing, and TOEIC exam preparation provided a well-rounded approach to enhancing English proficiency. The hands-on practice and feedback from the instructor were particularly helpful in identifying areas for improvement and building confidence in English communication.