German

GER 101 Elementary German I (4-0) 4 hrs.
Introduces the language skills of listening, understanding, speaking, reading and writing in their logical sequence. Designed for students with no previous experience in German.

GER 102 Elementary German II (4-0) 4 hrs.
Continues GER 101. Situational conversations in German; reading and writing stressed.
Prerequisite:
GER 101 with a grade of C or better, one year of high school German or consent of instructor.

GER 201 Intermediate German (4-0) 4 hrs.
Continues GER 102. Conversation with emphasis on pronunciation, intonation, stress and rhythm. Introduction to composition, reading of short stories and grammar review.
Prerequisite:
GER 102 with a grade of C or better, two years of high school German or consent of instructor.

GER 202 Intermediate German (4-0) 4 hrs.
Continues GER 201. Provides a crucial bridge between the basic grammar and language structure that is taught in the first three semesters and the more in-depth study of history, geography, literature and culture that is taught in the advanced German courses. Integrates students' basic German language skills and applies them to everyday living situations. Begins the study of German literature, focusing on the modern history and culture of the German-speaking people. IAI H1 900
Prerequisite:
GER 201 with a grade of C or better, three years of high school German or consent of instructor.

GER 205 Intensive Oral Practice (3-0) 3 hrs.
Conversational practice to develop oral facility; specially designed exercises in pronunciation, stress and rhythm. Individual readings of modern German works discussed in class. Written and oral compositions based on readings. Designed to help students bridge the gap between the intermediate and advanced levels.
Prerequisite:
GER 202 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.

GER 210 Introduction to Modern German Literature (3-0) 3 hrs.
Readings of selected 20th century masterpieces. Introduction to poetry. Oral readings stressing pronunciation and diction. Speaking based on discussion of works read. Writing based on readings and class discussions. Designed to help students bridge the gap between the intermediate and advanced levels. IAI H3 917
Prerequisite:
GER 202 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor.