Chinese (CHIN)
CHIN 101 Mandarin Chinese I 3 Credits (3,0)
Introduction to Mandarin Chinese. Pin yin, basic grammar, traditional character writing and reading, speaking simple sentences, and cultural contexts. Open to those without prior Mandarin knowledge.
CHIN 102 Mandarin Chinese II 3 Credits (3,0)
Continuation of Mandarin Chinese studies.
CHIN 103 Chinese I and II 6 Credits (6,0)
Introduction to Mandarin Chinese. Pin yin; grammar; simplified or traditional character writing; sentence formation; cultural contexts. Open to those without prior Mandarin knowledge.
CHIN 199 Special Topics in Chinese Studies 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in Chinese studies.
CHIN 201 Mandarin Chinese III 3 Credits (3,0)
Focus on communicative abilities in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
CHIN 202 Mandarin Chinese IV 3 Credits (3,0)
Continuation of Mandarin Chinese studies.
CHIN 203 Chinese III and IV 6 Credits (6,0)
Emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
CHIN 205 Modern Chinese Media 3 Credits (3,0)
Critical analysis of Chinese films; discussion and writing in Mandarin on cultural issues in contemporary Chinese society.
CHIN 206 Contemporary Chinese Literature 3 Credits (3,0)
Study of contemporary Chinese short stories, poetry, and performance literature. Emphasis on reading, writing, and cultural appreciation in Chinese. Includes cultural visits to opera, dance, and theater.
CHIN 208 Speech in Chinese 3 Credits (3,0)
Study of oral communication skills, listening, public speaking, group discussion, and writing about communication in Chinese.
CHIN 209 Computer Communication and Applications in Chinese 3 Credits (3,0)
Internet communications in Chinese. Keyboard systems, search engines, web tools, computer applications. Internet's societal and cultural impact.
CHIN 210 Chinese Oral Communication 3 Credits (3,0)
Verbal communication and oral proficiency in Mandarin.
CHIN 215 Intermediate Chinese Listening and Reading 3 Credits (3,0)
Intermediate listening and reading in Mandarin. Vocabulary, grammar, and audio-visual materials for listening practice.
CHIN 299 Special Topics in Chinese Studies 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in Chinese studies.
CHIN 301 Intermediate Mandarin Chinese I 3 Credits (3,0)
Focus on sustained discourse on topics such as biographical details, taxation, international travel, and emergencies. Communication easily understood by native speakers.
CHIN 302 Intermediate Mandarin Chinese II 3 Credits (3,0)
Real-life simulations in Mandarin, including roles such as tour guide, counselor, sales representative, consultant.
CHIN 303 Intermediate Chinese I and II 6 Credits (6,0)
Real-life simulations; discourse easily understood by native speakers. Topics include biographical paragraphs, taxation, travel, government bureaus, emergency situations, and professional roles.
CHIN 306 Asian Literature 3 Credits (3,0)
Study of Asian literature in translation. Ancient to modern times, poetry to prose, female and male writers.
CHIN 309 Introduction to Geography and It's Information Systems. 3 Credits (3,0)
Theory and applications of geographic information systems. Map reading, data retrieval, analysis, and display. Geography's relationship with economics, culture, and geopolitics.
CHIN 310 Speech in Chinese II 3 Credits (3,0)
Continuation of communication theory and practice. Emphasis on overcoming communication apprehension; developing listening skills; mastering oral performance; writing about communication. Focus may vary by section, including public speaking, group discussion, oral interpretation, or interpersonal communication.
CHIN 399 Special Topics in Chinese Studies 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in Chinese studies.
CHIN 400 Eastern and Western Civilization 3 Credits (3,0)
Cultural achievements of Eastern and Western civilizations from ancient times to present. Comparative analysis of different civilizations and their interactions.
CHIN 402 Applied Cross-Cultural Communications 3 Credits (3,0)
Challenges of communication across subcultures in professional settings. Ethnicity, nationality, gender, physical impairment, sexuality. Analysis and strategies for effective cross-cultural communication.
CHIN 410 Advanced Chinese Listening and Speaking 3 Credits (3,0)
Advanced proficiency in listening and speaking Mandarin. Language practice in complex, real-world situations, debates on contemporary topics.
CHIN 415 Advanced Chinese Reading and Writing 3 Credits (3,0)
Advanced reading comprehension and writing fluency in Mandarin on contemporary topics.
CHIN 420 Senior Review 3 Credits (3,0)
Comprehensive review of Mandarin proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Required for GSIS-Chinese track.
CHIN 499 Special Topics in Chinese Studies 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in Chinese studies.