CHIN 101, 102: Elementary Chinese
Introduction to Mandarin Chinese. Basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Laboratory practice required. (4, 4)
CHIN 201, 202: Intermediate Chinese – C
Develops further the ability to communicate in Mandarin Chinese, using culturally authentic material. Laboratory practice required. Prerequisite: CHIN 102 or equivalent. (4, 4)
CHIN 271: China Through Film - AR, C
An
exploration of the history and recent directions of Chinese cinema, the
relationship between film and other Chinese media, film and the Chinese
government, and the particular appeal of Chinese film on the
international market. No prior study of Chinese required. Cross-listed
with THEA 271. (4)
CHIN 301, 302: Composition and Conversation – C
Review of grammar with emphasis on idiomatic usage; reading of contemporary authors as models of style; and conversation on topics of student interest. Conducted in Chinese. Prerequisite: CHIN 202. (4)
CHIN 371: Chinese Literature in Translation – C, LT
An introduction to the most important works and writers of Chinese literary traditions, from early times to the modern period. Poetry, prose, drama, and fiction included. Film presentations supplement the required readings. No knowledge of Chinese required. (4)
CHIN 491: Independent Studies (1–4)
CHIN 492: Independent Studies (1–4)
CHIN 499: Capstone: Senior Seminar (1-4)
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