COURSE DESCRIPTION


German and English Languages

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21

81

6

9

132

University Requirement

Faculty Requirement

Major Requirement

Free Ellective

Complementary Requirement

Total Credit Hours

Complementary Requirement is not calcualted in total credit hours



University Requirement - 24 Credit Hours:



Compulsory Courses - 15 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0110143 3
A0110153 1
A0110151 3
A0110155 3
A0110152 1
A0110144 3
A0110154 1

Elective Courses - 6 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0110162 3
A0110165 3
A0110164 3
A0110166 3
A0110161 3
A0411601 Legal Education and Human Rights 3 This course identifying the basic concepts of human rights in an analytical way, and then realistic clarify of the international & regional means dealing with human rights such as treaties, recommendations and international means that are in the process of formation, such imperative rules & customs, this course also address realistically the content of human rights and the rights of the first generation such as right of living. The second-generation rights such as the right to work and third-generation rights such as the right of environment. International ways to protect human rights in general. In addition, the extent to which the Jordanian constitution is compatible with international human rights standards.
A0110163 3

Elective Courses - 3 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0871103 Principles of Renewable Energy 3 Introduction to renewable Energy include Photovoltaic, Wind power, Micro hydropower, Biomass energy, Waste power, Solar thermal power, Geothermal power, Ocean energy (tidal, tide-flow and wave), Ocean energy (OTEC), , Comparison of characteristics and cost of renewables. How we can use the sun, wind, biomass, geothermal resources, and water to generate more sustainable energy. It explains the fundamentals of energy, including the transfer of energy, as well as the limitations of natural resources. Starting with solar power, the text illustrates how energy from the sun is transferred and stored; used for heating, cooling, and lighting; collected and concentrated; and converted into electricity
A0110168 3
A0110281 3
A1321100 Sport and Health 3 Defining health and fitness: physical education, health education; the cognitive, emotional, skill-oriented, and social goals of physical education; the history of physical education: ancient, medieval, and modern ages, the Olympics, Athletics in Jordan: nutrition and exercising; athletic injuries: bone, joint , muscle, skin injuries; special exercises for figure deformation; diseases related to lack of exercise: diabetes, obesity, being underweight, back pain, cancer; hooliganism: causes and recommended solutions for hooliganism.
A0110167 3


Faculty Requirement - 21 Credit Hours:



Compulsory Courses - 21 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0110172 3
A0110173 3
A0131301 Health Psychology 3 The course includes behavioral, cognitive, psychological, social, and physiological factors that influence individuals' responses to health and disease. Its goals are to promote health, prevent disease, maintain quality of life, and well-being in the context of disease. It also addresses the theoretical, scientific, and applied aspects in the field of health psychology, such as health-promoting behaviors, behaviors, psychological stress, pain management, and chronic diseases.
A1311301 Research Methods in the Humanities 3 This course explores the principles of research methods in humanities, its nature, objectives, fields, fundamentals, identifying the problem and its sources, rules for constructing it, an example of it; formulating the hypothesis: its definition, significance, testing, research information, research literature, research sources and resources, scientific research tools.
A0110171 3
A0111113 3
A0110174 3


Major Requirement - 81 Credit Hours:



Compulsory Courses - 75 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0193206 Phonetics and Phonology/ German 3 Studying German dialects, phonetic system, lexical and sentence structure, cultural meanings and writing system, working with spoken and written natural data, understanding similarities and differences between German dialects. Enriching students' German vocabulary, understanding some semantic and pragmatic meanings of words, language rules related to words and sentences, improving students' ability to use them, enhancing students' oral and written proficiency in German, introducing them to German culture to enhance their interest in language learning.
A0192201 German Grammar (1) 3 Grammatical structures: understanding the form and conjugation the of the German word; Basic German grammar: recognizing different sentence patterns; Identifying many texts consisting of different contents to be able to learn the language.
A0191102 Intensive German (2) 3 Building on the basics learned in the first level, understanding written texts, understanding spoken texts, producing similar texts, expanding on descriptive style with more accuracy and detail, expressing opinions, expressing desires, narrating short stories, complex sentences with multiple tenses, writing short formal and informal texts.
A0192108 Listening and speaking / German 3 Communication skills: understanding discussions in various fields, having the ability to express themselves in German; Conversation skills: interacting proficiently in all types of conversations; Listening skills: Improving listening skills, interacting proficiently on all types of audio materials; Enriching their
A0111330 3
A0192107 Essay Writing / German 3 The basic parts of the essay: introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion; Topic sentences: the main sentences in the introduction, sentences that summarize the topic using complex sentences; steps for writing: preparing, reviewing and editing the draft; types of essay : narrative, descriptive, topics related to life and society, personal letters, understanding and reading texts: reading and understanding various texts, vocabulary and words: enriching vocabulary; Punctuation: Using the correct punctuation marks.
A0194303 German Literature till 19th century 3 Selected German literary texts, medieval epochs up to the 19th century, romantic literature. Key literary genres in German literature, historical and literary context. Literary aspects, narrative techniques, thematic frames of various literary texts. German literary dictionary, novel, short fiction, drama, poetry, prose. Historical and literary context. Literary genres, romantic era.
A0111323 3
A0111130 3
A0192202 German Grammar (2) 3 Grammatical structures of contemporary German sentences: using different linguistic structures; Grammar and Morphology: Intensive study of grammar and morphology, practicing on sentences and texts of intermediate linguistic level; Grammar and Morphology: Mastering the skill of composing and writing sentences, writing German sentences with different grammatical structures
A0193302 Short Story/German 3 Short story, influential German writers such as Andreas Mand, Hermann Kesten, Hoffman. Central themes, themes in modern literature; characteristics of German short story, narrative techniques, philosophical, literary contexts. Short stories, novels. Analysis of short stories in contemporary German literature: the other, the self, alienation, the archetype of subjectivity, the collective self, modernist German culture.
A0111370 3
A0111110 3
A0111112 3
A0111120 3
A0193205 Linguistics and Semantics/ German 3 Linguistics and Semantics - German: an introduction to the scientific study of language; components of linguistics: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics; semantics: basic meanings, sense relations, compositional semantics; an in-depth study of word and sentence meanings in German; the relationship between syntactic structure and meaning; semantic analysis in different contexts; practical applications: text analysis, understanding implied meanings, using German in linguistic research; developing analytical skills for deeper comprehension and teaching of the German language.
A0194501 3
A0111421 3
A0111231 3
A0191101 Intensive German (1) 3 Introduction to the grammatical structure of the German language, modern communicative approach, basic language skills, listening comprehension, reading, writing, oral skills, daily communication, greetings, self-introduction, describing accommodation, describing people, asking about location, asking about prices, shopping, time, place, basic sentence structure rules, basic verbs, regular verbs, irregular verbs.
A0192106 Principles of writing / German 3 Sentence and paragraph writing: developing the skill of composition, sentence structure: composing simple sentences to form short paragraphs; using sentence connectors: using appropriate connectors to form a paragraph. Writing short texts: writing, reading, and understanding simple texts. Logical order of ideas: ordering ideas and using correct rules when writing.
A0194304 Contemporary German Literature 3 Contemporary German literature: modernity, postmodernity in German literary texts: poetry, novel, short fiction, prose. Multiple Narrative techniques, literary motifs: condensation, autobiography, stream of consciousness, alienation, modernity, postmodernity.
A0193217 3
A0193301 Introduction to German Literature 3 Understanding the nature of German literature, its historical, and cultural context, the Medieval Ages, the development and evolution of German literature in the classical era, the works of Goethe, Schiller and Hoffmann, modern times. History, music, culture, historical and literary context, modern times. History, culture, historical and literary contexts. The historical, literary and cultural component, literary and cultural epochs. Selected literary texts for reading and analysis, criticism (prose and poetry). The thematic and literary work of a German writer , a German philosopher, literary texts within multiple literary and philosophical eras.
A0192104 Oral skills (1) / German 3 using audio-visual educational materials on various topics,being able to introduce one?s self ; Communication: Communication at an intermediate linguistic level, practicing the skill of understanding others and communicating orally without relying on written texts; enhance your oral communication skill: speak confidently, make oral presentations; Learning academic terms: using academic terms in oral expressions

Elective Courses - 3 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0193207 Pronunciation and Speech / German 3 German phonetics system, pronunciation process, articulation of letters, pronunciation of difficult letters, compound sounds, word and sentence intonation, International Phonetic Alphabet, use of idiomatic, interrogative, and negative sentences in formal speaking style.
A0194601 Teaching German as a Foreign Language 3 Second Language Acquisition Theory: Understanding how learners acquire foreign languages and the factors influencing this process. German Language Pedagogy: Exploring various teaching methods and approaches for effective German language instruction. Curriculum Development and Planning: Creating effective lesson plans and curriculum materials for different learner levels and needs. Assessment and Evaluation: Utilizing various assessment techniques to evaluate student progress. Intercultural Communication: Developing students' intercultural competence and understanding of German culture. Teaching German Grammar and Vocabulary.
A0194602 German language for Tourism and Hoteling Purposes 3 Foundational German: grammar and vocabulary, sentence structure, common travel and hospitality terms. listening and speaking, understanding announcements, directions, and conversations in tourism settings: listening comprehension, spoken German, travel announcements, hospitality conversations. intercultural communication: German etiquette and customs, greetings, introductions, table manners, tipping. intercultural sensitivity: understanding cultural differences in travel and hospitality German for specific purposes (gsp): hotel operations restaurant service: ordering food and drinks, menu interpretation, making reservations. travel and tourism information: discussing attractions, transportation options, booking tours
A0194604 German language for technology purposes 3 Technical German Fundamentals: Grammar and vocabulary specific to technical writing and communication. Scientific Text Analysis: Understanding structure, style, and purpose of German scientific and technical documents. German for Specific Engineering Fields: Tailored content based on student specialization (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science).Technical Reports: Writing and delivering clear and concise technical reports in German. Technical Translation: Understanding principles of translating technical documents from English to German and vice versa. German Technical Resources: Utilizing databases, journals, and online resources related to specific technical fields in German. Research and Development in German: Understanding and discussing research methodologies and findings in German scientific publications. Intercultural Communication in Technology: Navigating cultural differences in technical communication and collaboration.
A0192105 Oral skills (2) / German 3 Advances oral techniques in German language. Conversation in multifaceted contexts including daily, cultural, and social ones. Audio-Visual and written material, multiple conversational contexts, comprehension and practice. Speaking fluently at formal and informal levels.
A0193208 Special Topics in German Language 3 German Language and History: Investigate the evolution of German language through historical periods and how it reflects societal changes. German Dialects and Sociolinguistics: German dialects. German Language in Media and Film: Analyze the use of language in different media formats, examining its role in storytelling and cultural representation. German Literature in Translation: Engage with renowned German literary works through translated versions, analyzing themes and stylistic elements.
A0192103 Intensive German (3) 3 Developing advanced proficiency in all four language skills, using rhetorical style for expressions, mastering all past, present, and future tenses in German, employing advanced idiomatic expressions related to economics, politics, and life sciences.
A0194603 German language for Trade and Business purposes 3 Business Communication Skills: Writing emails, reports, and business letters in German. German Business Vocabulary: Mastering key terms across finance, marketing, management, and accounting. Negotiation & Presentation Skills: Presenting business proposals and negotiating effectively in German. German for Specific Business Sectors: Tailored content based on student interest or regional needs, like international trade, banking & finance, human resources, or marketing & sales. Intercultural Business Communication: Understanding German business etiquette, practices, and communication styles. German Business Law: Basic legal concepts relevant to international business. German Business Resources: Reading and analyzing German business news and financial reports, utilizing German business databases and online resources.

Elective Courses - 3 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0111230 3
A0111241 3
A0111140 3
A0111270 3
A0111111 3
A0111211 3


Free Ellective - 6 Credit Hours:



Compulsory Courses - 6 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0111380 3
A0111390 3


Complementary Requirement - 9 Credit Hours:



Compulsory Courses - 9 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit hours Description
A0110141 3
A0110191 3
A0110142 3

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