GERM (German)

GERM 1000 - Basic Spoken German I - 3 Credits

This is an introductory course for beginners emphasizing correct pronunciation and basic vocabulary for practical use in everyday conversational situations and travel dialogues. Students with no previous study of the language are prepared to use and understand it within a limited context and basic structure. Lecture: 3 hours

GERM 1100 - Basic Spoken German II - 3 Credits

This is a continuation of Basic Spoken German I - (GERM 1000). (Prerequisite: GERM 1000 or its equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours

GERM 1010 - Elementary German I - 3 Credits

This course is for students with little or no preparation and covers elements of the language including: conversation, pronunciation, reading, writing and grammar. Aspects of German culture are also included. Lecture: 5 hours, Lab: 1 hour

GERM 1020 - Elementary German II - 3 Credits

This is a continuation of Elementary German I (GERM 1010). (Prerequisite: GERM 1010, 1030 or equivalent) Lecture: 5 hours, Lab: 1 hour

GERM 1030 - Elementary German I - 3 Credits

For students with previous experience in the language and/or placement testing, this course covers elements of the language including: conversation, pronunciation, reading, writing and grammar. Aspects of German culture are also included. Note: Course content the same as GERM 1010 with 2 fewer classroom contact hours per week. (Prerequisite: Prior preparation or permission of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 1 hour

GERM 1040 - Elementary German II - 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of GERM 1030. Note: Course content the same as GERM 1020 with 2 less classroom hours per week. (Prerequisite: GERM 1030, GERM 1010 or its equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 1 hour

GERM 1510 - Conversational German I - 3 Credits

This course further develops students’ fluency in speaking German. Oral practice includes active use of the language in short dialogues stressing basic communication and correct pronunciation. Reading of easy cultural texts also provides material for conversation and discussion. Tapes are available for individual practice. (Prerequisite: Two years of high-school German or one year of college German or the equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours

GERM 1520 - Conversational German II - 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of Conversational German I (GERM 1510). (Prerequisite: GERM 1510 or the equivalent Lecture: 3 hours

GERM 2010 - Intermediate German I - 3 Credits

This course helps students develop skill in reading and discussing German texts related to culture and literature. Course work is supplemented by further work in grammar, conversation and composition. (Prerequisite: GERM 1020, 1040 or its equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours

GERM 2020 - Intermediate German II - 3 Credits

This is a continuation of Intermediate German I (GERM 2010) (Prerequisite: GERM 2010 or its equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours