Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
Credits: 4. Contact Hours: Lecture 4.
Introduction to spoken and written colloquial Mandarin through pinyin and simplified characters. For students whose native language is not Chinese. (Typically Offered: Fall)
Credits: 4. Contact Hours: Lecture 4.
Prereq: (CHIN 1010) or (Score up to 300 on Chinese WLC Placement Exam)
Introduction to spoken and written colloquial Mandarin through pinyin and simplified characters. For students whose native language is not Chinese. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 4. Contact Hours: Lecture 4.
Prereq: (CHIN 1020) OR (Score between 300 - 400 on Chinese WLC Placement Exam)
Development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. Review and expansion of grammar skills, intensification of character acquisition. For students whose native language is not Chinese. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Typically Offered: Fall)
Credits: 4. Contact Hours: Lecture 4.
Prereq: (CHIN 2010) or (Score between 300 - 400 on Chinese WLC Placement Exam)
Development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. Review and expansion of grammar skills, intensification of character acquisition. For students whose native language is not Chinese. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: (CHIN 2020) or (Score greater than 400 on Chinese WLC Placement Exam)
Continuing development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills beyond intermediate level. Expansion of cultural literacy through a variety of texts from the humanities, social sciences, mass media and business. Native speakers of Chinese are allowed to enroll. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Typically Offered: Fall)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: (CHIN 3010) or (Score greater than 400 on Chinese WLC Placement Exam)
Continuing development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills beyond intermediate level. Expansion of cultural literacy through a variety of texts from the humanities, social sciences, mass media and business. Native speakers of Chinese are allowed to enroll. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Introduction to business and professional culture in China and beyond. Topics may include key aspects of business culture; relationships between business, society, and politics; business etiquette and professional manners; culturally appropriate communication in professional and business settings; and cross-cultural understanding between China and the U.S. Preparation for internships. Taught in English. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Spring)
(Cross-listed with ART 3600X).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Studio 6.
Introduction to Chinese silk painting, an art form practiced for over 2,000 years. Gain a comprehensive understanding of silk painting’s history, techniques, and materials. Open to all skill levels. Artistic expression is encouraged through hands-on experience, blending traditional techniques and histories with innovative, contemporary interpretations. (Typically Offered: Fall)
(Cross-listed with ARTH 3710).
Credits: 3.
Chinese calligraphy is a unique form of visual art. Combining theoretical and experiential learning, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to Chinese calligraphy, including its history, theory and criticism, social functions, and cultural significance. It also provides students with opportunities to cultivate their artistic creativity and skills through hands-on practices. Taught in English, no knowledge of Chinese language required. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Interdisciplinary introduction to Chinese society and culture from 7,500 BCE to modern times. Topics may include ancient literature, philosophy, religion, art, architecture, customs, transition to a modern society, social changes, urban life, popular culture, and values and ideas. Readings, discussions, and papers in English. Taught in English. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Focusing on contemporary society and culture. All readings, discussions, and papers in English. Taught in English. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Survey of Chinese cinematic history from 1896 to the present against the background of China's constant sociocultural transformation; emphasis on narrative themes, film history, and film criticism. Topics vary according to faculty interest. Films have subtitles in English. Taught in English. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: CHIN 3020
Critical understanding of authentic texts at the advanced level through reading, translation, and/or application in professional contexts; consolidation of existing language skills, in-depth analysis of cultural issues, and development of professional language proficiency. Taught in Chinese. Native Chinese speakers may register with override request. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: CHIN 3020
Critical understanding of authentic texts at the advanced level through reading, translation, and/or application in professional contexts; consolidation of existing language skills, in-depth analysis of cultural issues, and development of professional language proficiency. Taught in Chinese. Native Chinese speakers may register with override request. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: CHIN 3020
Critical understanding of authentic texts at the advanced level through reading, translation, and/or application in professional contexts; consolidation of existing language skills, in-depth analysis of cultural issues, and development of professional language proficiency. Taught in Chinese. Native Chinese speakers may register with override request. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Credits: 1-6. Repeatable.
Prereq: 6 credits in CHIN; Permission of Department Chair
Designed to meet student needs in areas beyond current course offerings or to accommodate the desire to integrate a study of literature or language with special issues in major fields.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: 9 credits of CHIN at the 3000-level; Permission of Department
Work experience using Chinese in the public or private sector, combined with academic work under faculty supervision. Graduation Restriction: No more than 3 credits may apply toward the Chinese minor or LCP minor. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.