Undergraduate Courses 2017-18
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- LANG 1English for University Studies I3 Credit(s)DescriptionFor Preparatory Year students only. This course equips students with the English proficiency and the ability to think critically and present ideas logically in order to succeed in English medium university studies.
- LANG 101Styles of English for Engineering Students1 Credit(s)Previous Course Code(s)LANG111Prerequisite(s)Grade B or above at AS Use of English, or equivalent 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101Corequisite(s)0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202Exclusion(s)LANG 106 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303 0303030303Background0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404 0404040404DescriptionA one-year English language course for identified students in the School of Engineering. The course focuses on the recognition, interpretation and analysis of styles and strategies in English, according to the purpose of a text; figures of speech and other techniques will be exemplified and practised. Graded P or F. 中文測試
- LANG 102Styles of English for Science Students2 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)Grade B or above at AS Use of English, or equivalentExclusion(s)LANG 108DescriptionA one-year English language course for identified students in the School of Science. The course focuses on the recognition, interpretation and analysis of styles and strategies in English, according to the purpose of a text; figures of speech and other techniques will be exemplified and practised. Graded P or F.
- LANG 104English Language II3 Credit(s)DescriptionThe course aims to develop students' proficiency in English as well as their academic literacy skills, so that they can cope with the linguistic demands of studying through the medium of English. The course aims to develop students' competence in academic writing and their ability to engage in oral interaction in academic contexts.
- LANG 104HEnglish Language II (Honors)3 Credit(s)Exclusion(s)LANG 101, LANG 102, LANG 104, LANG 106, LANG 108DescriptionThe course aims to further enhance students' proficiency in English as well as their academic literacy skills, so that they can cope with the linguistic demands of studying through the medium of English. The course aims to bring students' competence in academic writing and their ability to engage in oral interaction in academic contexts to a higher level. Students with a higher level of English proficiency as determined by the Language Center are required to take this course.
- LANG 106English for Engineering Students I1 Credit(s)DescriptionThis one-year course for Engineering students seeks to enhance students' skills in understanding spoken and written English, as well as the ability to present ideas confidently and coherently in speech and writing.
- LANG 111Chinese Business Communication I3 Credit(s)Exclusion(s)LANG 113 and students recuited from Mainland ChinaDescriptionFor students who have this course as a program requirement. Basic knowledge of Putonghua phonology; proficiency in Putonghua conversations and business presentations; recognition of Simplified Chinese Characters; effective business writing in Chinese. Students must be able to read and write Chinese.
- LANG 112Chinese Business Communication II3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 111DescriptionRestricted to Business students, students in the Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management, and EAS students admitted in 2005-06 onwards. Mastery of Putonghua phonology; fluency and accuracy in Putonghua conversations and presentations; sensitivity to tone and style in Chinese writing.
- LANG 113Putonghua for Non-Chinese Language Background Students I3 Credit(s)Exclusion(s)LANG 111, LANG 112DescriptionRestricted to students with non-Chinese language backgrounds. Introduction to Chinese language and culture; basic understanding of Putonghua phonology and Chinese syntax; communicative competence in Putonghua; recognition of high-frequency Chinese characters.
- LANG 114Putonghua for Non-Chinese Language Background Students II3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 113Exclusion(s)LANG 111, LANG 112DescriptionRestricted to students with non-Chinese language backgrounds. This course builds on the groundwork laid in LANG 113, and takes students to a higher level of understanding of Putonghua phonology and a stronger communicative competence in using Putonghua in everyday situations.
- LANG 115Putonghua for Non-Chinese Language Background Students III3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 114Exclusion(s)LANG 111, LANG 112DescriptionRestricted to students with non-Chinese language backgrounds. This course builds on the groundwork laid in LANG113 and LANG114, and takes students to a higher level of understanding spoken Putonghua and a stronger communicative competence in using Putonghua in everyday situations.
- LANG 116Putonghua for Non-Chinese Language Background Students IV3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 115Exclusion(s)LANG 111, LANG 112DescriptionRestricted to students with non-Chinese language backgrounds. This course builds on the groundwork laid in LANG113, LANG114 and LANG115, and takes students to an advanced level of understanding spoken Putonghua and a strong communicative competence in using Putonghua in everyday situations.
- LANG 12SSelected Topics in Environmental Issues of Hong Kong0 Credit(s)DescriptionRecent topics about sustainability and the environment of Hong Kong. Current issues under selected topics will be discussed in lectures and tutorials. The course will be structured on a theme with emphasis on selected topics on sustainable development, protected biodiversity and pollution issues of Hong Kong. Guest speakers will be invited in time of need of expertise to give lectures on specific local case studies.
- LANG 15Communication Skills in Chinese II0 Credit(s)Exclusion(s)LANG 011/012/013/016 (prior to 2006-07), LANG 111, LANG 112DescriptionRestricted to Science and Engineering (except the Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management) students. Mastery of Putonghua phonology; proficiency in Putonghua conversations and presentations; sensitivity to tone and style in Chinese writing. Students are expected to have about 40 hours of prior tuition in Putonghua and must be able to read and write Chinese.
- LANG 2English for University Studies II3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 001DescriptionFor Preparatory Year Science and Egnineering students only. This course enhances students' ability to think critically and discuss and present ideas logically in English to prepare them for English medium university studies.
- LANG 201Business Communication3 Credit(s)Previous Course Code(s)LANG 001APrerequisite(s)LABU 101/LABU 102/LABU 104 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050 050505050Corequisite(s)1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890 1234567890Exclusion(s)0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101 0101010101Background0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202 0202020202DescriptionFor students who have this course as a program requirement. Focuses on the processes and skills of effective oral presentation, report and letter writing in business situations where English is the medium of communication. 中文測試
- LANG 202Styles of English for Science Students II1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 102Exclusion(s)LANG 208, LANG 209DescriptionA one-semester course for identified students in the School of Science. The course focuses on the structure of argumentation and critical writing in discipline-related contexts. Graded P or F.
- LANG 203Styles of English for Science Students III1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 102Exclusion(s)LANG 208, LANG 209DescriptionA one-semester course for identified students in the School of Science. The course focuses on the structure of argumentation and oral presentation skills in discipline-related contexts. Graded P or F.
- LANG 204Styles of English for Engineering Students II1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 101Exclusion(s)LANG 206DescriptionA one-year course for identified students in the School of Engineering. The course focuses on the structure of argumentation and critical writing in discipline-related contexts. Graded P or F.
- LANG 205Technical Communication I3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 104Exclusion(s)LANG 106, LANG 206, LANG 306DescriptionThe course provides students with a broad introduction to English within the discipline of engineering. A central aim of the course is to encourage students to consider, and comment on, in Standard English the wider social implications of engineering products and processes, through the careful examination of texts (and other media) beyond their own specific engineering field.
- LANG 206English for Engineering Students II1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 106/LANG 107DescriptionA one-year discipline-oriented course for all Engineering students, which focuses on organizing and conducting meetings; writing minutes and memos; writing proposals, progress and final reports; and preparing, giving and defending oral presentations.
- LANG 2070LANG 20703 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)HKCCE Chinese C or aboveDescriptionRestricted to students on the Global China Studies program. The course is an integrated skills course with a special emphasis on critical reading. It develops students' critical thinking skills and equips them with an ability to assimilate different sources of information for analysis and commentary. 中文教授
- LANG 208English Communication for Science Students I1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 108DescriptionA one-semester discipline-related course for all Science students, which offers a range of modules on basic language skills such as presentation, discussion and translation/interpretation.
- LANG 209English Communication for Science Students II1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 108DescriptionA one-semester discipline-related course for all Science students, which offers a range of language enhancement modules based on areas such as critical thinking, text analysis, error correction, discussion, and the language of teaching science.
- LANG 2170Chinese Communication Skills for Humanities & Social Science3 Credit(s)DescriptionRestricted to students on the Global China Studies program. The course enables students to achieve thorough comprehension of texts written in Chinese, and prepares them for writing academic papers such as project reports and dissertations, with special attention paid to the demands on students from various Humanities and Social Science disciplines. Students must be able to read and write Chinese.
- LANG 24Japanese Language and Related Culture I3 Credit(s)DescriptionThis is a course for learners with no previous knowledge of Japanese. It aims to offer students a foundation in Japanese language and related Japanese culture with an emphasis on practical oral communication. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate appropriately in Japanese on a variety of everyday topics.
- LANG 306English for Engineering Students III1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 206DescriptionA one-year discipline-oriented course for all Engineering students, which focuses on targeting communication for different audiences. It offers a range of modules on oral presentations, business letter-writing, legal contracts and technical vocabulary.
- LANG 307Communication for International Management2 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 201DescriptionRestricted to students in the Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management. The course prepares students for meeting challenges in the increasingly globalized management context by raising their awareness of their cultural identity and values and developing their skills in English communication through case studies and simulation activities.
- LANG 308English Communication for Science Students III1 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 208 and LANG 209DescriptionA one-semester discipline-related course for all Science students. Offers a range of modules on business presentations, business letter writing, job application writing, interviewing skills, technical vocabulary and self-access learning.
- LANG 31French: World Language and Culture3 Credit(s)DescriptionThis is a course for learners with no previous knowledge of French. It aims to promote an international perspective by helping them acquire the basics of French. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate appropriately in French on a variety of everyday topics, and have an overview of certain themes in French and Francophone culture which will enhance their knowledge of Europe and the world.
- LANG 41Latin and the Legacy of the Roman World3 Credit(s)DescriptionBasic introduction to Latin, with an emphasis on vocabulary which has survived in modern English and aspects of Roman culture which have a contemporary relevance.
- LANG 51German in the World of Science and Technology3 Credit(s)DescriptionThis is a course for learners with no previous knowledge of German. It aims to offer students a foundation in German language and related German culture, with an emphasis on practical oral communication, and consideration of the impact of major German achievements in the world of Science and Technology. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate appropriately in German on a variety of everyday topics.
- LANG 6Developing English3 Credit(s)DescriptionFor EAS students. This course fosters a critical approach to reading through evaluating the validity of arguments. A particular emphasis is placed on vocabulary expansion.
- LANG 61Spanish and the Other America3 Credit(s)DescriptionThis is a course for learners with no previous knowledge of Spanish. It aims to offer students a foundation in Spanish language and related culture, with an emphasis on practical oral communication. It presents aspects of essential Spanish and Latin American cultures, the flamenco to the salsa, from the temples of the Incas to the architecture of Gaudi. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate appropriately in Spanish on a variety of everyday topics.
- LANG 7Introduction to English Communication for Business Studies3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)LANG 001DescriptionFor Preparatory Year Business students only. Develops basic reading, speaking and writing skills in the context of business-related topics. Enhances students' ability in critical thinking and in presenting arguments.
- LANG 71Arabic: a key to the Middle East3 Credit(s)DescriptionThis is a course for learners with no previous knowledge of Arabic. It provides a foundation in modern standard Arabic, and a survey of important aspects of the related history and culture of the Arab world which have had an influence on contemporary life. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate appropriately in Arabic on a variety of everyday topics.
- LANG 81Classical Greek and its Impact in the Modern World3 Credit(s)DescriptionA basic introduction to ancient Greek, with an emphasis on vocabulary which has survived in modern English and aspects of Greek culture which have a contemporary relevance.









