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2024-25 Catalog
Course Descriptions - ASL, CHNS, FL, FRCH, GRMN, ITLN, JPNS, PTGS, SPAN
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Department of World Languages & Cultures
GRMN 1852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3) Description: (N=Novice) Language and culture studies for students with no previous experience in the target language and culture. Most assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 2000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (1-2) Description: (NH=Novice High) (CR/NC) Non-graded courses for second-year students to augment foreign language instruction in stress-free activities appropriate to the linguistic level of second-year students. May be repeated under different titles. Note: Course not currently being offered.
GRMN 2010 - Third Semester German Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of GRMN 1020 . Assumes completion of first-year or equivalent experience. Students learn to understand and express ideas about their community and the world. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
GRMN 2020 HU - Fourth Semester German Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of GRMN 2010 . The learning and application of strategies for acquiring a foreign language. Students also learn how cultural products and practices reflect a culture’s attitudes, values, ideas and meaning. The process of language acquisition and the seeking of cross-cultural understanding provide insights into the commonalities of how the human family learns, thinks and communicates.
GRMN 2021 - Second Year II Credits: (3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of GRMN 2010 without General Education Humanities credit. Offered through examination only. Pre-requisite(s): Only available through testing.
GRMN 2030 - Second Year Language Review Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) This course will prepare students who wish to continue language study. Emphasis on conversational skills and a review of language structure and usage. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 2600 HU - Introduction to Cultural and Literary Studies in Translation Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: May be offered under any of the languages taught in the department. All Foreign Language HU2600 courses are taught in English and all texts are read in English translation in order to make some of the literature we normally would teach in a foreign language accessible to all students. These courses may introduce students to specific literary periods, literary themes or some prominent authors in specific areas of the world where languages other than English are spoken. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit under different titles. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 2851 - Study Abroad Credits: (3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 2852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is at Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. Twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6) Description: Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
GRMN 2960 - Introduction to World Languages and Cultures Credits: (1) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Description: Required of all majors during their first year. This course provides guidance to help the student successfully navigate their academic career in WSU Department of World Languages & Cultures and its programs. It provides an overview of what it is like to study a second language, as well as an overview of the U.S. language industry and language careers. The course is also designed to help students develop a clearer focus on their educational and occupational goals, as well as creating a sense of belonging in our department, college, and community. Co-Requisite(s): GRMN 3060 .
GRMN 3000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) This is a transition course to upper division. The course focuses on oral proficiency development. Students will learn a variety of techniques and strategies to increase their oral proficiency in a variety of social, educational and cultural settings. Native-speaking students or those who have acquired proficiency through residence in the target language community are not eligible to take this class. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3060 - Grammar & Composition Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Students will read examples of writing in various modes (such as description, narration, exposition, and argument), write short compositions in those modes, and review the necessary grammar to write correctly in those modes. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3116 - DLI Bridge Course I Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): GRMN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
GRMN 3117 - DLI Bridge Course II Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): GRMN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
GRMN 3118 - DLI Bridge Course III Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): GRMN 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
GRMN 3160 - Introduction to Literature Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Required of all majors and minors. 3160 may be taken concurrently with other literature courses. One sheltered section may be offered to students who have not had extensive in-country experience. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3220 - Phonetics and Phonology Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis of the sounds of language and word formation: practice of native like speech patterns. Required of all teaching majors and minors. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3270 - Special Topics in Linguistics Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) An introduction to linguistic structures and semantic elements. The course provides useful information and practice in the language, its structures and usage. The sub-disciplines of linguistics, other than phonetics and phonology (covered in FL 3220), will be studied. These may include lexical analysis, semantics, morphology, syntax, linguistic change and dialectal variation. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3320 - Applied Language Studies Credits: (1-3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Minimal proficiency level varies with content). May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
GRMN 3360 - Advanced Grammar Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis and application of syntactic principles and discourse structure. Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3550 - Cultural Heritage I Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
GRMN 3560 - Cultural Heritage II Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Med) Studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts, and civilization. May be repeated 3 times for other non-English speaking cultures.
GRMN 3570 - Special Topics in Culture Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 3610 - Literature Survey I Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
GRMN 3620 - Literature Survey II Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
GRMN 3630 - Literature Poetry Credits: (3) Variable Title Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM= Intermediate Mid) One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with GRMN 3160 . May be repeated under different titles.
GRMN 3631 - Literature: Prose Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of works in prose by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
GRMN 3632 - Literature: Drama Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of theater plays by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
GRMN 3650 - Literature Periods Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with GRMN 3160 .
GRMN 3670 - Literature Authors Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IN=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with GRMN 3160 .
GRMN 3680 - Literature: Film Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of film by one or various filmmakers of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
GRMN 3690 - Special Topics in Literature Credits: (1-3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. Suggested Requisite(s): May be taken concurrently with GRMN 3160 . Note: Check with department for course availability.
GRMN 3710 - Business Language I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
GRMN 3715 - Business Language II Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
GRMN 3720 - Language for Specific Purposes I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics such as language for the medical professions, social workers, law enforcement or tourism.
GRMN 3730 - Language for Specific Purposes II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics, such as language for medical professions, social work, law enforcement or tourism.
GRMN 3740 - Translation I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into English, and on the stylistic, syntactic, cultural, lexical, and terminological problems. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion.
GRMN 3750 - Introduction to Interpreting Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual interpretation in a variety of professional settings. The course includes an overview and history of the interpreting industry and work of interpreters, certification and licensure, and the variety of consumers and modalities with which interpreters work. Ethical decision-making models and the Code of Ethics for interpreters are explored.
GRMN 3760 - Special Topics in Translation Credits: (3) Variable Title Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: This is a specialized course that offers in-depth studies in selected topics, current developments or recent trends in the fields of Translation Studies and Localization.
GRMN 3810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-6) Experimental Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
GRMN 3850 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-6) Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Intermediate Low to Intermediate High. All Intermediate and Advanced tasks will be performed in the target language. All Superior tasks may be performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
GRMN 4190 - Foreign Language Journal Credits: (3) Course Fee: $2.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) For foreign language students in the fourth year who work on publishing the foreign language literary journal. Includes selecting articles, editing and preparing journal layout.
GRMN 4620 - Survey of Literature I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Prerequisite: FL 3160
GRMN 4630 - Survey of Literature II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Prerequisite: FL 3160
GRMN 4690 - Special Topics in Literature Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) Detailed analysis of a particular body of literature. For students whose proficiency in the target language is at least Intermediate High. Pre-requisite(s): GRMN 3160 . May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
GRMN 4740 - Translation II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) Development of techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into the target language. Methods of contrastive linguistics to analyze pertinent aspects of language structure, involving syntax, vocabulary and style, as well as basic theoretical-historical concepts are employed. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques and concepts through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: FL 3740 is strongly advised, but not required.
GRMN 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3) Description: (IH=Intermediate High) Independent readings under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated up to 10 times. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
GRMN 4850 - Study Abroad Credits: (3) Description: (A=Advanced) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Advanced or Superior. All tasks are performed in the target language. Prior travel experience does not apply.
GRMN 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6) Workshop Description: (Minimal proficiency level; varies with content). Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours. Note: Course not currently being offered.
GRMN 4960 - Senior Project Credits: (3) Course Fee: $6.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) For students completing a major with Departmental Honors. Before registration in this course, students must work with a faculty advisor to define the project, create a contract and schedule, and determine the appropriate number of credit hours.
ITLN 1010 - First Semester Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (N=Novice) Introductory course assuming no significant previous experience with the language. Beginners and students with less than two years of high school language should register for this class. Emphasis on everyday conversation and exposure to cultural perspectives.
ITLN 1020 - Second Semester Credits: (3) Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (N=Novice) Continuation of ITLN 1010 . Basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
ITLN 2010 - Third Semester Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of ITLN 1020 . Assumes completion of first-year or equivalent experience. Students learn to understand and express ideas about their community and the world. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
ITLN 2020 HU - Fourth Semester Italian Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of ITLN 2010 . The learning and application of strategies for acquiring a foreign language. Students also learn how cultural products and practices reflect a culture’s attitudes, values, ideas and meaning. The process of language acquisition and the seeking of cross-cultural understanding provide insights into the commonalities of how the human family learns, thinks and communicates.
ITLN 2021 - Second Year II Credits: (3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of ITLN 2010 without General Education Humanities credit. Offered through examination only. Pre-requisite(s): Only available through testing.
JPNS 1000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (1-2) Description: (N=Novice) (Cr/NCr) Non-graded courses for entry-level students to augment foreign language instruction in stress-free activities such as reading children’s literature, learning and performing skits, folk dancing, singing, cooking, etc. May be repeated for credit under different titles. Note: Course not currently being offered.
JPNS 1010 - First Semester Japanese Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (N=Novice) Introductory course assuming no significant previous experience with the language. Beginners and students with less than two years of high school language should register for this class. Emphasis on everyday conversation and exposure to cultural perspectives.
JPNS 1020 - Second Semester Japanese Credits: (3) Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (N=Novice) Continuation of JPNS 1010 . Basic language skills including listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
JPNS 1700 - Conversational Skills Credits: (1-3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Cover the costs of classroom equipment maintenance and replacement such as desktops, projectors, projector screens, and software, including the tutoring suite (EH 244) and the language lab (EH 408); consumable materials and supplies; and support for student tutors, and online instructional resources. Description: Specific vocabulary and speaking skills in one semester (e.g., nursing, law enforcement, medical, tourism, family language courses, etc.). May be repeated for credit under different titles.
JPNS 1852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3) Description: (N=Novice) Language and culture studies for students with no previous experience in the target language and culture. Most assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
JPNS 2010 - Third Semester Japanese Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of JPNS 1020 . Assumes completion of first-year or equivalent experience. Students learn to understand and express ideas about their community and the world. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.
JPNS 2020 HU - Fourth Semester Japanese Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of JPNS 2010 . The learning and application of strategies for acquiring a foreign language. Students also learn how cultural products and practices reflect a culture’s attitudes, values, ideas and meaning. The process of language acquisition and the seeking of cross-cultural understanding provide insights into the commonalities of how the human family learns, thinks and communicates.
JPNS 2021 - Second Year II Credits: (3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Continuation of JPNS 2010 without General Education Humanities credit. Offered through examination only. Pre-requisite(s): Only available through testing.
JPNS 2030 - Second Year Language Review Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (NH=Novice High) This course will prepare students who wish to continue language study. Emphasis on conversational skills and a review of language structure and usage. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 2851 HU - Study Abroad Credits: (3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
JPNS 2852 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-3) Description: (NH=Novice High) Language and culture studies for students whose minimal proficiency is at Novice High. Language assignments at the Novice or Intermediate-Low levels are performed in the target language. All other assignments are performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. Twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
JPNS 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6) Workshop Description: Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
JPNS 3000 - Proficiency Development Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) This is a transition course to upper division. The course focuses on oral proficiency development. Students will learn a variety of techniques and strategies to increase their oral proficiency in a variety of social, educational and cultural settings. Native-speaking students or those who have acquired proficiency through residence in the target language community are not eligible to take this class. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3060 - Grammar & Composition Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Students will read examples of writing in various modes (such as description, narration, exposition, and argument), write short compositions in those modes, and review the necessary grammar to write correctly in those modes. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3116 - DLI Bridge Course I Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
JPNS 3117 - DLI Bridge Course II Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
JPNS 3118 - DLI Bridge Course III Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: Taught in DLI High Schools for students who have passed the AP Exam with a 4 or higher. Although this is a three credit-hour class, it will meet over the course of a full academic year. Credit will count toward a major or minor in the language. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 2020 or AP exam with a score of 4 or better.
JPNS 3160 - Introduction to Literature Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Required of all majors and minors. 3160 may be taken concurrently with other literature courses. One sheltered section may be offered to students who have not had extensive in-country experience. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3175 - Business Language II Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Description: (IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
JPNS 3220 - Phonetics and Phonology Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis of the sounds of language and word formation: practice of native like speech patterns. Required of all teaching majors and minors. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3270 - Special Topics in Linguistics Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) An introduction to linguistic structures and semantic elements. The course provides useful information and practice in the language, its structures and usage. The sub-disciplines of linguistics, other than phonetics and phonology (covered in FL 3220), will be studied. These may include lexical analysis, semantics, morphology, syntax, linguistic change and dialectal variation. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3320 - Applied Language Studies Credits: (1-3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Minimal proficiency level varies with content). May be repeated up to 10 times under different titles.
JPNS 3360 - Advanced Grammar Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IL=Intermediate Low) Analysis and application of syntactic principles and discourse structure. Note: Check with department for course availability.
JPNS 3550 - Cultural Heritage I Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures.
JPNS 3560 - Cultural Heritage II Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Med) Studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts, and civilization. May be repeated 3 times for other non-English speaking cultures.
JPNS 3570 - Special Topics in Culture Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (Intermediate Mid) In-depth studies in culture, history, geography, social customs, fine arts and civilization. May be repeated up to 7 times for credit and for other non-English speaking cultures. Note: Check with Department for course availability.
JPNS 3610 - Literature Survey I Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
JPNS 3620 - Literature Survey II Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) A survey of the authors and works of a particular period or place. May be repeated under different titles.
JPNS 3630 - Literature Poetry Credits: (3) Variable Title Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM= Intermediate Mid) One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with JPNS 3160 . May be repeated under different titles.
JPNS 3631 - Literature: Prose Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of works in prose by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
JPNS 3632 - Literature: Drama Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of theater plays by one or various authors of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
JPNS 3650 - Literature Periods Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with JPNS 3160 .
JPNS 3670 - Literature Authors Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IN=Intermediate Mid) May be repeated under different titles. One literature course is required for regular and teaching majors. May be taken concurrently with JPNS 3160 .
JPNS 3680 - Literature: Film Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid). A survey of film by one or various filmmakers of a particular period or place, or spanning several literary movements and geographical regions. May be taken 3 times up to 9 credits under different titles.
JPNS 3710 - Business Language I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
JPNS 3715 - Business Language II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate High) Advanced Business Language and Practices. Required of all commercial majors.
JPNS 3720 - Language for Specific Purposes I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics such as language for the medical professions, social workers, law enforcement or tourism.
JPNS 3730 - Language for Specific Purposes II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) This course is content, vocabulary and culture-based. The course focuses on practical vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, professional terminology and cultural interactions on a variety of topics, such as language for medical professions, social work, law enforcement or tourism.
JPNS 3740 - Translation I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain technology in the FL lab, EH 408, and classroom technology. Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into English, and on the stylistic, syntactic, cultural, lexical, and terminological problems. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion.
JPNS 3750 - Introduction to Interpreting Credits: (3) Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: Introduction to basic techniques and skills needed for bilingual interpretation in a variety of professional settings. The course includes an overview and history of the interpreting industry and work of interpreters, certification and licensure, and the variety of consumers and modalities with which interpreters work. Ethical decision-making models and the Code of Ethics for interpreters are explored.
JPNS 3850 - Study Abroad Credits: (1-6) Description: (IM=Intermediate Mid) Language and culture studies for students whose language proficiency is Intermediate Low to Intermediate High. All Intermediate and Advanced tasks will be performed in the target language. All Superior tasks may be performed in English. Prior travel experience does not apply. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
JPNS 4620 - Survey of Literature I Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 3160 .
JPNS 4630 - Survey of Literature II Credits: (3) Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) One literature course is required of regular and teaching majors. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 3160 .
JPNS 4690 - Special Topics in Literature Credits: (3) Variable Title Course Fee: $8.00 Course Fee Purpose: Maintain and replace equipment in the WLC lab, EH 408, and classroom technology; support for student tutors and online instructional resources. Description: (IH=Intermediate High) Detailed analysis of a particular body of literature. For students whose proficiency in the target language is at least Intermediate High. Pre-requisite(s): JPNS 3160 . Page: 1
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