Japanese

JPNS101
Elementary Japanese I

This course introduces students to Japanese using daily expressions and sentence patterns. It stresses communication with Japanese people. An introduction to the phonetic HIRAGANA writing system will be included. The use of video and audio tapes enriches the understanding of the Japanese language, culture, and way of thinking. Open to students with no previous knowledge of the language.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

JPNS102
Elementary Japanese II

JPNS 102 is the continuation of JPNS 101. This course is designed to review JPNS 101 and then build upon the previously learned skills while expanding into new areas of expressions and grammar. The second of the phonetic syllabaries, KATAKANA, will be introduced.
Prerequisite: JPNS101 (C or better) or equivalent     Corequisite:None
3 credits