Self-instruction in speaking, understanding, reading and writing elementary Chinese.

Development of ability to communicate in Chinese, orally and in writing.

Development of ability to communicate in Chinese, orally and in writing.

Development of ability to communicate in Chinese, orally and in writing.

Development of ability to communicate in Chinese, orally and in writing.

Introduction to traditional Chinese culture prior to the 20th century. Survey of institutions, philosophy, art, literature, and social customs seen through a variety of media. Taught in English. CA 1. CA 4-INT.

Introduction to modern Chinese culture from the fall of the Qing Dynasty to the present period. Survey of institutions, philosophy, and social customs seen through literature and films. Taught in English. CA 1. CA 4-INT.

Introduction to the basics of Chinese calligraphy and the ways in which it mirrors Chinese history, culture, and philosophy. The fundamental characteristics of the Chinese writing system, its cultural content, and principles of formation as well as the skills used in Chinese calligraphy. At the end of the course, students will have a good understanding of Chinese characters and their cultural and philosophical background but also be able to appreciate the art and beauty in Chinese calligraphy. CA 1. CA 4-INT.

Introduction to the fields of engineering in Chinese. Preparation for the engineering and industrial job market in the Chinese-speaking world. Designed to meet the needs of students desiring to use Chinese as a tool for industry or commerce.

Development of high intermediate to advanced speaking and writing competency. Taught in Chinese.

Development of high intermediate to advanced speaking and writing competency. Taught in Chinese.

Introduction to Chinese business culture. Development of advanced Chinese written and oral competency in a business context. Taught in Chinese.

The role of language, linguistic indexing of socio-economic class, dialects and regional language variation, impact of state policies, linguistic borrowings, bilingualism and bicultural identity, and language shift and attrition in greater China. Taught in English. CA 4-INT.

The role of language, linguistic indexing of socio-economic class, dialects and regional language variation, impact of state policies, linguistic borrowings, bilingualism and bicultural identity, and language shift and attrition in greater China. Taught in English. CA 4-INT.

Study of language and culture through contemporary Chinese films. In-depth development of listening and speaking skills. Films in Chinese with English subtitles. Taught in Chinese.

Development of advanced reading, speaking and writing competency in Chinese through modern and contemporary Chinese literature. Taught in Chinese. CA 1. CA 4-INT.

Introduction to popular culture in China and Chinese-speaking societies through contemporary literature, art, documentaries, and feature films. Taught in Chinese.

Chinese film from the silent era to the present. Analytical skills and critical vocabulary to study Chinese film in its social and historical contexts. Taught in English. CA 1. CA 4-INT.

(Also offered as AAAS 3271.) Social and political issues in Chinese modernity and postmodernity. Taught in English.

Introduction to Chinese phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, writing system, and sociolinguistic aspects. Taught in English.

Development of cross-cultural awareness by learning how to analyze and imitate observable behaviors in professional Chinese environments. Taught in both English and Chinese. CA 4-INT.

(Also offered as AAAS 3282.) Critical study of representations of women in Chinese film and literature from the early twentieth century to the present. Development of feminist movements in China and gender issues. Taught in English.

Special topics taken in a foreign study program. May count toward the major with consent of the advisor.