Apr 24, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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HU 410J - Japanese I

2 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: none)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Read, write, listen, and speak basic Japanese words
  • Demonstrate an understanding of elementary Japanese grammar
  • Converse in some everyday situations
  • Demonstrate an understanding of general Japanese geographical and cultural features

Prerequisites by Topic
  • None

Course Topics
  • The Japanese sound system and HIRAGANA writing
  • Basic everyday expressions
  • Grammar: sentence structure; particle and demonstrative usage
  • Vocabulary: nouns; verbs; adjectives; questions words
  • KATAKANA writing
  • Language in culture
  • Reviews
  • Exam

Laboratory Topics
  • Listening to the audio for the textbook is expected, and drill work in class is analogous to laboratory work (11 sessions)

Coordinator
Dr. Alicia Domack



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