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Chinese (CHINESE)

101 First Semester 4 Fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

102 Second Semester 4 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 101 with a grade of C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 2 or higher. Continuation of CHINESE 101. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

105 Elementary Conversation 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 credits. Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 101 or concurrent enrollment, or CHINESE 102 or concurrent enrollment. Elementary-level conversation practice in small groups with a native/near-native speaker. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students. S, F grading.

111 Asian Film 3 Asian film from a cultural perspective. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 111, ASIA 111, JAPANESE 111.) Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

120 Traditional Chinese Culture 3 Cultural development of China from early times through the golden age of Chinese civilization. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 120, ASIA 120, HUMANITY 120.)

121 [HUM] Modern Chinese Culture 3 An introduction to the culture of modern China, including Hong Kong and Taiwan. All readings in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 121, ASIA 121.) Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

131 Masterpieces of Asian Literature 3 Introduction to Asian literature. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 131, ASIA 131, HUMANITY 131, JAPANESE 131.) Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

180 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-6 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. S, F grading.

203 Third Semester 4 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 102 with a grade of C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 3 or higher. Further development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

204 Fourth Semester 4 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 203 with a grade of C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 5 or higher. Continued practice in spoken and written language; selected texts in a cultural context. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

205 Intermediate Conversation I 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 credits. Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 203 or concurrent enrollment, or CHINESE 204 or concurrent enrollment. Intermediate-level conversation practice in small groups with a native/near-native speaker. Not open to native speakers except with permission. S, F grading.

261 Chinese for the Professions 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 203 with a grade of C or better. Profession-specific language skills training - healthcare, law enforcement, business - with emphasis on speaking and listening. Not open to native speakers except with permission.

280 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-6 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. S, F grading.

305 Intermediate Conversation II 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 204 or a 300-level CHINESE course or concurrent enrollment. Conversation practice in small groups. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students. S, F grading.

306 Intermediate Reading and Translation 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 204 with a C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 5 or higher. English-Chinese expressions, development of skills to increase reading speed and fluency. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

307 Intermediate Speaking and Listening 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 204 with a C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 5 or higher. Early advanced training in speaking, reading and writing on abstract topics in Chinese; continued development of listening comprehension skills. Taught in Chinese. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

308 Intermediate Grammar and Writing 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 204 with a C or better, or WSU language placement exam score of 5 or higher. Writing practice in the language and active review of grammar. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

311 [M] Studies in East Asian Film 3 (2-3) Variable content seminar. In-depth study of East Asian cinema that brings together the analysis of cinematography, cultural, and sociopolitical backgrounds, and the impact and influences within an international context. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 311, JAPANESE 311, ASIA 311.)

311 (Effective through Summer 2024) [M] Great Asian Directors 3 (2-3) Focused study of two prominent Asian film directors. Taught in English.

320 [DIVR] [M] Issues in East Asian Ethics 3 Philosophical foundations of ethical thought in East Asia; informed responses to modern ethical dilemmas. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as JAPANESE 320, ASIA 320, CHINESE 320, HUMANITY 320.) Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

321 [M] Gender and Love in East Asian Culture 3 The theme of gender with respect to love, courage, self-sacrifice, and vulnerability in traditional Chinese and Japanese literature and culture. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 321, ASIA 321, JAPANESE 321.)

322 [DIVR] Ecology in East Asian Cultures 3 Major ecological issues in East Asia through cultural representations, and analysis of their implications to the U.S. (Crosslisted course offered as ASIA 322, CHINESE 322, HUMANITY 322, JAPANESE 322.)

330 [M] The Art of War 3 (2-2) The philosophy behind war, military strategy and its consequences and representation in literature and film from East Asia. Taught in English. (Crosslisted course offered as CHINESE 330, ASIA 330.) Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

361 Advanced Chinese for the Professions 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 306, 307, or 308 with a C or better. Communication in Chinese in the professional setting; telephone and meeting role play, letter writing, television and discussion of current events. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

363 Introduction to Literary Chinese 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 306, 307, or 308 with a C or better. Fundamentals of literary Chinese. Open to native speakers. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

364 Media Chinese 3 Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 306, 307, or 308 with a C or better. Study of Chinese using newspapers, television news, radio broadcasts, webcasts and other journalistic media. Taught in Chinese. Not open to native speakers except with permission. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

380 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-6 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. S, F grading.

405 Advanced Conversation 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 2 credits. Course Prerequisite: CHINESE 305. Advanced-level conversation practice in small groups with a native speaker. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students. S, F grading.

450 Seminar in Chinese Studies - Themes 3 Course Prerequisite: Two CHINESE 300-level courses excluding CHINESE 305. Seminar on important themes in Chinese studies. Taught in Chinese. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.

480 Special Topics: Study Abroad V 1-6 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. S, F grading.

499 Special Problems V 1-4 May be repeated for credit. Course Prerequisite: By department permission. Independent study conducted under the jurisdiction of an approving faculty member; may include independent research studies in technical or specialized problems; selection and analysis of specified readings; development of a creative project; or field experiences. S, F grading.