Calligraphy
23199 Chinese Calligraphy This course introduces students to the structure and principles of character script, which has historically formed the basis for written communication throughout East Asia. Instruction in different calligraphic styles is combined with hands-on training in using the brush and ink, and ample practice in producing balanced characters, guided closely by the instructor. Experience in Chinese or Japanese language study is welcome, but not required. (1 credit) AS-ARTS
Chinese
23101 Elementary Chinese 1 Introductory study of spoken Mandarin and written Chinese for students who do not speak any Chinese language. Intensive practice in conversation, comprehension, and reading/writing. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
23102 Elementary Chinese 2 Introductory study of spoken Mandarin and written Chinese for students who have completed 23101, or have the equivalent knowledge. Intensive practice in conversation, comprehension, and reading/writing. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
23201 Intermediate Chinese 1 Continued study of spoken Mandarin and written Chinese for those completing 23102, or who have the equivalent knowledge. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
23202 Intermediate Chinese 2 Continued study of spoken Mandarin and written Chinese for those completing 23201 or who have the equivalent knowledge. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
23310 Spoken Mandarin A course specifically designed for native speakers of a Chinese language other than Mandarin who can read and write Chinese, and for students who have completed 23202. Content stresses discussion of contemporary issues in the PRC and Taiwan. Techniques of formal public speeches and debate are practiced extensively. (3 credits UD) GE3-FLNG ASL
Japanese
57101 Elementary Japanese 1 Introduction to the spoken language, with training in the two written syllabaries and fundamental Chinese characters. Intensive training in spoken language. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
57102 Elementary Japanese 2 Introduction to the spoken language, with training in the two written syllabaries and fundamental Chinese characters. Intensive training in spoken language. For those who have completed 57101, or who have the equivalent knowledge. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
57201 Intermediate Japanese 1 Continued study of spoken and written Japanese, with emphasis on learning Chinese characters. Intensive spoken and written language practice. For those who have completed 57102, or who have the equivalent knowledge. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
57202 Intermediate Japanese 2 Continued study of spoken and written Japanese, with emphasis on learning Chinese characters. Intensive spoken and written language practice. For those who have completed 57201, or who have the equivalent knowledge. (4 credits) GE3-FLNG ASL
57393 Third Year Japanese Continued study of modern Japanese conversation, reading and writing. (3 credits UD) ASL
57495 Instruction is offered in advanced Japanese at levels appropriate to
students' needs and abilities. (3 credits UD) ASL
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