Japanese (JPNS)
Courses
JPNS 001 Elementary Japanese I 0,4 Credits
This course introduces the basic grammatical structures commonly found in daily situations in Japan. All four aspects of language skills are introduced. Hirangana, Katakana, and approximately 50 Kanji are introduced.
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU
JPNS 002 Elementary Japanese II 0,4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 001. Approximately 100 Kanji are introduced.
Prerequisites: JPNS 001
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU
JPNS 011 Intermediate Japanese I 0,4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 002. This course introduces more complex grammatical structures and develops all four aspects of language skills. Slightly more emphasis on reading and writing. Approximately 100 Kanji are introduced.
Prerequisites: JPNS 002
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU
JPNS 012 Intermediate Japanese II 0,4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 011.
Prerequisites: JPNS 011
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU
JPNS 091 Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Materials not covered in regular courses.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: AL, CC, HE, HU, SS, W
JPNS 099 (ARAB 099, ASIA 099, CHIN 099, FREN 099, GERM 099, HEBR 099, MLL 099, RUSS 099, SPAN 099) Language & Culture Abroad I 0-8 Credits
Beginning level of Japanese language, literature, or culture courses taught abroad.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: AL, CC, HE, HU, W
JPNS 131 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing I 3 Credits
Reading, translation, and writing practice using authentic Japanese materials.
Prerequisites: JPNS 012
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU, W
JPNS 132 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing II 3 Credits
Continuation of Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing I.
Prerequisites: JPNS 141 or JPNS 131
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU, W
JPNS 141 Advanced Japanese I 4 Credits
This course emphasizes advanced reading comprehension on topics related to Japan. Approximately 100 Kanji are introduced.
Prerequisites: JPNS 012
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU, W
JPNS 142 Advanced Japanese II 4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 141.
Prerequisites: JPNS 141
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU, W
JPNS 151 Advanced Spoken Japanese 1 Credit
Emphasis on comprehension and oral performance of the Japanese language through discussion of current issues and other topics.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Prerequisites: JPNS 012
Attribute/Distribution: AL, HU
JPNS 180 Independent Study 1-4 Credits
Topics related to Japan and Japanese language not covered in regular courses. (1-4 credits, may be repeated) Instructor's permission.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, W
JPNS 191 Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Materials not covered in regular courses.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: AL, CC, HE, HU, SS, W
JPNS 199 (ARAB 199, ASIA 199, CHIN 199, FREN 199, GERM 199, HEBR 199, MLL 199, RUSS 199, SPAN 199) Language & Culture Abroad II 0-8 Credits
Intermediate level of Japanese language, literature, or culture courses taught abroad.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: AL, CC, HE, HU, W
JPNS 231 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing III 3 Credits
Reading, translation, and writing practice using authentic Japanese materials.
Prerequisites: JPNS 142 or JPNS 132
Attribute/Distribution: HU, W
JPNS 232 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing IV 3 Credits
Continuation of Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing III.
Prerequisites: JPNS 142 or JPNS 231
Attribute/Distribution: HU, W
JPNS 280 Independent Study 1-4 Credits
Topics related to Japan and Japanese language not covered in regular courses. (1-4 credits, may be repeated) Instructor's permission.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, W
JPNS 289 Senior Project 1-4 Credits
For students not intending to engage in a honors project.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: HU, W
JPNS 291 Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Materials not covered in regular courses.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, SS, W
JPNS 300 Apprentice Teaching 1-4 Credits
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
JPNS 380 Independent Study 1-4 Credits
Topics related to Japan and Japanese language not covered in regular courses. (1-4 credits, may be repeated) Instructor's permission.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, W
JPNS 389 Honors Project 1-4 Credits
An opportunity for Japanese majors who want to undertake a project with the potential for program honors. Course may be repeated.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, SS, W
JPNS 391 Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Materials not covered in regular courses.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, SS, W
JPNS 399 (ARAB 399, CHIN 399, FREN 399, GERM 399, HEBR 399, MLL 399, RUSS 399, SPAN 399) Language & Culture Abroad IV 0-8 Credits
Professional level of Japanese language, literature, or culture courses taught abroad.
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
Attribute/Distribution: CC, HU, W
