JAPN101
ELEMENTARY JAPANESE I
(3.00)
An introduction to basic language skills such as reading and writing hiragana,
katakana, and about 30 kanjii. Emphasizes the acquisition of high-frequency
vocabulary and practical conversation.
JAPN102
ELEMENTARY JAPANESE II
(3.00)
The second semester elementary course which is a continuation of JAPN 101.
Emphasizes listening and situational conversation.
Prerequisite:
JAPN 101 or equivalent
JAPN201
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE I
(3.00)
The first semester intermediate course which is a continuation of JAPN 102
with a particular emphasis on the development of more creative use of the
language and culture.
Prerequisite:
JAPN 102 or equivalent
JAPN202
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II
(3.00)
A communicative-oriented course integrating the skills of reading, writing,
listening, and speaking situational, functional Japanese through the study of
authentic materials. The course includes a comprehensive grammar review.
Prerequisite:
JAPN 201 or equivalent
JAPN300
ADVANCED JAPANESE I
(3.00)
An upper-division course that is a continuation of JAPN 202. Its goal is to
develop the basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing and
cultural understanding along with an intensive study of grammar.
Prerequisite:
JAPN 202
JAPN301
ADVANCED JAPANESE II
(3.00)
A language development course which emphasizes listening, speaking, reading,
writing and cultural aspects with development of advanced structures.
Prerequisite:
JAPN 202 and permission of instructor
