2017-2018 Undergraduate General Catalog


GERM - German

GERM 110 Introduction to German I (L1)

This two-semester sequence is designed to help students develop beginning language proficiency in German through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will also gain an initial awareness of German and Germanic cultures.

Credits

3

GERM 111 Introduction to German II (L2)

This two-semester sequence is designed to help students develop beginning language proficiency in German through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will also gain an initial awareness of German and Germanic cultures.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

GERM 110 or Placement Exam

GERM 197 Topics:

Opportunities for students to explore and to study selected topics in German civilizations and cultures. Content will vary.

Credits

2- 4

GERM 199 Independent Study

Independent study of topics approved by department.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and Department Chair

GERM 210 Intermediate German I

This sequence is designed to develop further students' proficiency in German through speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and to expand students' knowledge of German and Germanic cultures. Conducted in German.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

GERM 111 or Placement Exam

GERM 211 Intermediate German II

This sequence is designed to develop further students' proficiency in German through speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and to expand students' knowledge of German and Germanic cultures. Conducted in German.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

GERM 210 or Placement Exam

GERM 297 Topics:

Opportunities for students to explore and to study selected topics in German civilizations and cultures. Content will vary.

Credits

2- 4

GERM 299 Independent Study

Independent study of topics approved by department.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and Department Chair

GERM 320 German Conversation and Composition I (W)

Developing proficiency in the use of German as a means of oral and written expression. Conducted in German.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 321 German Conversation and Composition II (W)

Developing proficiency in the use of German as a means of oral and written expression. Conducted in German.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 340 German Civilization and Culture

A study of the social, cultural, and political influences that have shaped present-day Germany. Includes geography and a survey of German history. Conducted in German.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 360 History of German Literature I

A historical survey of literature and readings from the various periods. Conducted in German.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 361 History of German Literature II

A historical survey of literature and readings from the various periods. Conducted in German.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 380 German Seminar:

Individual courses designed for advanced students to concentrate on specific areas of German language, culture and literature. Course content will vary. Conducted in German.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

GERM 211

GERM 395 Internship

Opportunity for students to improve language proficiency and to acquire practical knowledge through off-campus work in public or private settings.

Credits

3- 4

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and Department Chair

GERM 396 Topics in German Literature:

Opportunities for students to explore and to study selected topics in German literature. Content will vary. Conducted in German.

Credits

3- 4

GERM 397 Topics:

Opportunities for students to explore and to study selected topics in German civilizations and cultures. Content will vary.

Credits

2- 4

GERM 399 Independent Study

Independent study of topics approved by department.

Credits

1- 4

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor and Department Chair

GERM 400 Honors Thesis

Designed with and approved by a supervising GERM faculty member, the honors thesis allows students to pursue additional study and research in world languages, cultures and literatures. Students work under the supervision of an individual thesis director. A public presentation in German is required. Grading system: A-F only. Conducted in German.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of the Instructor