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German Courses

Course Descriptions

Prefix Number Title Hours
GER 101 ELEMENTARY GERMAN I 3 (3-1)

Presentation of basic constructions and sentence patterns. Stress is on spoken German and imitation of overall structures in simple reading exercises. Grammar studied in the context of structural patterns. Writing exercises based on reading material. Supervised and independent language laboratory practice of speech patterns to provide a strong basis for good command of the language. Open only to students who have not studied German or who have permission of the department.

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GER 102 ELEMENTARY GERMAN II 3 (3-1)

Continuation of GER 101. Intensive practice to develop skill in writing, reading, listening and speaking about realistic everyday situations. Original composition practice on given topics. Supervised and independent language laboratory practice. Prerequisite: GER 101 or permission of the department.

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GER 201 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I 3 (3-0)

Study of more complicated structure based on selected reading from representative authors, modern and classical. Simple stories used as a basis for the study of German culture and conversational practice. Language laboratory work. Special arrangements made for students interested in reading scientific German. Prerequisite: GER 102 or permission of the department.

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GER 202 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II 3 (3-0)

Continuation of GER 201. Language laboratory work. Prerequisite: GER 201 or permission of the department.

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GER 271 2 1 (1-0)

A special learning experience designed by one or more students with the cooperation and approval of a faculty member. Proposed study plans require departmental approval. Projects may be based on reading, research, work experience, or other activities that advance the student's knowledge and competence in the German language. The student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 35-50 hours.

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GER 272 SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II 2 (2-0)

Similar to GER 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 70-90 hours.

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GER 273 SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III 3 (3-0)

Similar to GER 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 105-135 hours.

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GER 301 ADVANCED GERMAN I 3 (3-0)

A study of selected classics and modern literary works. Advanced syntax, intensive practice in writing acceptable German. Creative expression in speaking and writing. Conversation practice. Prerequisite: GER 202 or permission of the department.

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GER 302 ADVANCED GERMAN II 3 (3-0)

Continuation of GER 301. Advanced syntax and conversation. Language laboratory work. Prerequisite: GER 301 pr permission of the department.