The course comprises the reading of simple texts, writing exercises, listening comprehension and simple dialogues with an emphasis on everyday vocabulary and expressions. Basic grammar exercises and pronunciation practice of Brazilian Portuguese is also included. Facts about Brazil, its culture, society and technological development.
LS1472 Brazilian Portugese A1 for Engineers 7.5 credits
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Information per course offering
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus LS1472 (Spring 2015–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus LS1472 (Spring 2015–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The expected learning outcomes for the course mainly refer to the levels A1/A2 according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
On completion of the course, the student should, in addition to what is specified in courses at the lower level, be able to:
Listening comprehension
comprehend the main content in everyday, simple conversation (A1/A2)
Reading comprehension
understand and explain information from very simple texts (A1/A2)
identify facts from simple authentic texts (A1/A2)
Oral skills
use the language in simple, everyday situations (A1)
Written skills
use the language in simple everyday situations such as short, personal letters and messages (A1)
Other
account for elementary facts about Brazl
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
University entry requirement. Applicants to the course are not required to have prior knowledge in Portuguese.
Literature
Course literature will be announced before the start of the course.
Recommended reference literature and electronic resources will be listed in the course information or in a similar way.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- KONA - Assessment, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- LEXA - Continuous Assessment, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
All examination parts passed
75% attendance
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
First cycle