AMB031 Mandarin 1
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| Unit code: | AMB031 |
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| Antirequisite(s): | HHB051 and HUB453 |
| Equivalent(s): | AMX031, HHB031 |
| Other requisite(s): | Enrolment in this unit is only available to non-native speakers of Mandarin/Chinese. |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
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| CSP student contribution | $555 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $3,912 |
| International unit fee | $4,044 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | AMB031 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Other Requisite: | Enrolment in this unit is only available to non-native speakers of Mandarin/Chinese. |
| Equivalent: | AMX031, HHB031 |
| Anti-requisite: | HHB051 and HUB453 |
| Coordinators: | Ingrid Wang | y.wang@qut.edu.au Jasmine Bai | l1.bai@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In this introductory language unit designed for students with little or no prior knowledge of Mandarin, students will gain skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing Mandarin in an integrated communicative environment. From the foundations of the Mandarin sound and tonal systems and Pinyin (Romanised Chinese phonetic spelling system), students will be taught the skills in writing Chinese characters and in performing basic language functions such as greetings, introducing oneself and others, talking about one's family relations, and describing places, objects, and locations. By studying this unit, students will not only build a solid foundation in the use of Mandarin (i.e. Modern Standard Chinese), but also get exposed to certain aspects of Chinese culture. This unit leads on to further studies and is the beginning of developing competency in Mandarin.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Demonstrate the knowledge of the Mandarin sound and tonal systems, with which students can speak and read Chinese words and texts written in Pinyin (Chinese phonetic spellings) and write sentences and texts in Pinyin as well;
- Apply the knowledge of basic Mandarin vocabulary and sentence structures in understanding spoken and written Chinese and communicating in spoken or written mode within the range of contents/topics studied;
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of the Chinese writing system as well as the grasp of the basic skills in reading and writing simple sentences and texts in Chinese characters;
- Display a preliminary understanding of some characteristics of Chinese society and culture.
Content
Contents and topics to be covered will include:
- General introduction to Chinese language;
- Mandarin pronunciation and tones;
- Mandarin Pinyin system (Romanized Chinese phonetic spellings);
- Everyday formulaic social expressions, i.e. greetings, farewell, etc.;
- Chinese currency system and changing currencies;
- Buying food, drinks and other things;
- Talking about nationalities, people, places and objects;
- Asking for and telling others about the location of things and people;
- Chinese character recognition and writing.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you to meet the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.
Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgement and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.
Social, Ethical and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.
Learning Approaches
There will be two x 2-hour sessions each week. An eclectic approach will be employed to the delivery of the unit content. Communicative skills will be developed through a wide range of tasks and activities, which includes pair-work, group work, and individual homework on a regular basis.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
For assessment of Practicals, student answers will be discussed in class and correct answers provided. For exams on paper, the marked papers will be given to students to look at, correct answers will be provided, and a list of common mistakes will be discussed in class.
Assessment
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Mid-semester examination
This examination consists of a number of tasks to assess your Mandarin reading and writing skills.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.2), PC (3.1)
Assessment: Speaking and listening skills
You will participate in a variety of tasks to assess your Mandarin listening and speaking skills.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.2), PC (3.2)
Assessment: End of semester examination
This examination assesses your Mandarin reading and writing skills.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.1), HO (2.2), PC (3.1)
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Short-Term Spoken Chinese Book 1
Short-Term Spoken Chinese CDs1x2
Hanyu Xiezuo Jiaocheng
(A Coursebook in Chinese Writing: Elementary Book 1, Type A)
Textbooks are available from QUT Bookstore, Gardens Point Campus.
Textbooks are to be purchased prior to commencement of the subject.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with lectures or tutorials in this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to view the Emergency video.