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Undergraduate Catalogue: Chinese Course Descriptions

The following outlines of course content are correct at the time of writing, although the material (or the order in which it is covered) may be subject to change.

1. All courses are 3 credit hours each, unless otherwise indicated.

2. Normally, a course will not be run without a minimum enrolment of students.

CHN101: Fundamentals of Chinese I

Introduction to pronunciation, reading, writing, conversation and grammar.

CHN102: Fundamentals of Chinese II

Second term of introduction to pronunciation, reading, writing, conversation and grammar.

CHN201: Intermediate Chinese I

Continuation from Fundamentals of Chinese II. Further development of syntax, grammar and sentence patterns, reading, writing and conversation.

CHN202: Intermediate Chinese II

Further development of syntax, grammar and sentence patterns, reading, writing and conversation.

CHN210: Intermediate Conversation

Emphasis on developing conversation skills through the use of everything that was learned and accumulated in previous foundational and intermediate courses.

CHN301: Advanced Chinese I

Study of modern spoken and written Chinese involving advanced patterns and expressions. Emphasis on reading, comprehension, vocabulary building and idiomatic usage.

CHN302: Advanced Chinese II

Study of modern spoken and written Chinese involving advanced patterns and expressions. Emphasis on reading, comprehension, vocabulary building and idiomatic usage.

CHN311: Survey of Modern Chinese Literature

Readings of representative works of the major literary genres in the Modern period.

CHN312: Chinese Civilization

Emphasis on the study and discussion of various aspects of Chinese civilization. Encompasses historical, philosophical, linguistic, literary, artistic, and scientific perspectives.

CHN401: Classical Chinese

Prepares students to read and understand classical Chinese, to gain basic knowledge of its vocabulary, grammatical structure and style that is different from modern Chinese. Introduction to various genres of classical literature: prose, poetry and other literary forms.

CHN402: Imperial China

Introduction to the classical civilization stressing the evolution of imperial institutions, the Chinese world order and China’s traditional cultural heritage.

CHN403: Modern China

Chinese society from the 17th century to 1949. Impact of imperialism, reform and revolutionary movements, the background of Chinese communism.

CHN404: Topics in Chinese Cultural Studies

Focuses on major aspects of Chinese culture from the classical period to the modern period. Topics will vary from class to class and from instructor to instructor.

CHN405: Classical Chinese Fiction

An in-depth study and examination of traditional Chinese fiction ranging from major works of fiction from antiquity through the Qing Dynasty. Special attention given to the stylistic and vernacular characteristics of representative works.

CHN406: Classical Chinese Drama

An in-depth study and examination of Yuan and Ming drama, ranging from the major works of Northern Drama, Southern Drama, to Peking Opera.

CHN407: Classical Chinese Poetry

An in-depth study and examination of traditional Chinese poetry, ranging from major works of poetry from antiquity to the Qing Dynasty. Special attention will be given to the textual analysis and literary interpretation of the large poetic body.

CHN408: The Chinese Revolution

Theory and practice of revolutionary socialism in the People’s Republic of China, historical and ideological background of the Chinese revolution, Mao and Maoism, politics, culture and society in China.

CHN409: Modern Chinese Literature

A survey of the principal works, including fiction, drama, essays, and poetry, of China beginning with the Republican era and continuing up to the present in the People’s Republic and Taiwan, with attention to social and political issues and literary theory.

CHN410: Chinese Cinema

An in-depth look at Chinese culture and civilization through films, focusing on works from the People’s Republic, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

CHN411: Chinese Calligraphy

Focuses on the history, development, artistry, and appreciation of Chinese calligraphy. Equal emphasis placed on hands-on practice in and outside of the classroom.

CHN412: Business Chinese

Prepares students to use Chinese for business purposes. Introduces a variety of written business forms in Chinese, examines business culture, practice and etiquette.

 

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