| |
May 06, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
HU 410J - Japanese I2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course teaches the basics of the Japanese language: grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Elements of Japanese culture are also covered through reading material. Class participation is an important part of the course. (prereq: Must obtain permission from department chair)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• Read, write, listen, and speak basic Japanese words
• Understand elementary Japanese grammar
• Converse in some everyday situations
• Know general Japanese geographical and cultural features
Prerequisites by Topic
• No prerequisites by topic appended.
Course Topics
• The Japanese sound system and HIRAGANA writing (5 classes)
• Basic everyday expressions (1 class)
• Grammar: Sentence structure; particle and demonstrative usage (4 classes)
• Vocabulary: Nouns; Verbs; Adjectives; questions words (2 classes)
• KATAKANA writing (5 classes)
• Language in culture (1 class)
• Reviews (1 class)
• Exam (3 classes)
Laboratory Topics
• Listening to the cassette tape for textbook is expected and drill work in class is analogous to laboratory work. (11 sessions)
Coordinator
R. David Kent
Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)
|
|
Skip to Main Content
