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: HU
JPNS 002 Elementary Japanese II 0,4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 001. Approximately 100 Kanji are introduced.
Prerequisites: JPNS 001
Attribute/Distribution: 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: HU
JPNS 012 Intermediate Japanese II 0,4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 011.
Prerequisites: JPNS 011
Attribute/Distribution: HU
JPNS 099 Japanese Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
JPNS 131 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing I 3 Credits
Reading, translation, and writing practice using authentic Japanese materials.
Prerequisites: JPNS 012
Attribute/Distribution: HU
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: HU
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: HU
JPNS 142 Advanced Japanese II 4 Credits
Continuation of JPNS 141.
Prerequisites: JPNS 141
Attribute/Distribution: HU
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: HU
JPNS 199 Japanese Special Topics 1-4 Credits
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
JPNS 231 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing I 3 Credits
Reading, translation, and writing practice using authentic Japanese materials.
Prerequisites: JPNS 142 or JPNS 132
Attribute/Distribution: HU
JPNS 232 Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing II 3 Credits
Continuation of Advanced Japanese Reading and Writing I.
Prerequisites: JPNS 142 or JPNS 231
Attribute/Distribution: HU
JPNS 291 Advanced Japanese and Culture Abroad 1-8 Credits
Intensive practice of speaking and writing in the language of the country aimed at providing the student with extensive proficiency of expression and the ability to discriminate linguistic usage. Idiomatic expressions and an introduction to stylistics. Reading and analysis of more difficult texts, supplemented by in-depth study of selected aspects of contemporary civilization. Consent of chair and proficiency examination in the target country required.
Attribute/Distribution: HU
JPNS 300 Apprentice Teaching 1-4 Credits
Repeat Status: Course may be repeated.
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: HU, SS
