JAPN 101: Japanese I
A beginning course in Japanese, with emphasis on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Basic vocabulary, essentials of Japanese grammar and syntax, correct pronunciation and intonation, and the use of actual speech patterns are covered. Students with two or more years of high school Japanese should not enroll in JAPN 101. 4 HRS

JAPN 102: Japanese II
Prerequisite: JAPN 101 or equivalent. A continuation of Japanese 101, with emphasis on expanding the basic conversational vocabulary and more detailed study of grammatical principles and syntactic patterns. 4 HRS

JAPN 201: Japanese III
Prerequisite: JAPN 101 and 102. Intensive practice in conversation and composition, combined with a review of grammatical and syntactic principles to improve speaking skills, oral composition, and the reading and writing of Romaji script, additional kan’ji, and the kana syllabaries. 4 HRS

JAPN 202: Japanese IV
Prerequisite: JAPN 101, 102, and 201. Continued practice in oral and written expression, with an emphasis on the development of vocabulary and syntax necessary for sustained conversation in Japanese. A final review of grammar is combined with composition exercises based on readings about Japanese culture and society. 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - H1 900