Chinese

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CHIN 111 - Introductory Mandarin Chinese I
This course will focus on introducing modern standard Chinese (Mandarin) language and culture, including the Chinese pronunciation system, essential vocabulary and grammar, reading and writing Chinese characters. Communicative competence and cross-cultural awareness are emphasized. *** Prerequisite: No previous background in Mandarin Chinese or other Chinese dialect. Refer to the Department of International Languages section (How to choose a language) in the Undergraduate Calendar for details. *** * Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 100 or CHIN 111.*

CHIN 112 - Introductory Mandarin Chinese II
This course is a continuation of CHIN 111. Students will review the pronunciation system; build on the vocabulary, structure and grammar concepts introduced in CHIN 111; and be introduced to additional characters. Further emphasis on communicative competence and cross-cultural understanding. *** Prerequisite: CHIN 111 or Grade 12 Mandarin or permission of the Department. *** * Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 101 or CHIN 112.*

CHIN 211 - Intermediate Chinese I
This course is designed to reinforce and further develop the material covered in introductory courses. Everyday speech patterns are stressed in order to strengthen communicative competence. Simplified short stories, poems, and idioms are introduced to further develop students’ ability to read and write in both Chinese Pinyin and characters. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 112, or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 102 or CHIN 211.*

CHIN 212 - Intermediate Chinese II
A continuation of CHIN 211, this course will further the development of communicative skills using more complex structures in a culturally appropriate manner. Students are expected to write paragraphs in Chinese characters. *** Prerequisite: CHIN 211, or permission of the Department Head.*** * Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 200 or CHIN 212.*

CHIN 290AA - Chinese Idioms and Short Stories
A study of Chinese language and culture through Chinese idioms and related short stories. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 211***

CHIN 290AD - Contemporary China
This course examines the evolution of Chinese society since the 1960s. Topics include China's economic reforms, the evolution of the country's global position, and issues facing China's minority populations. Students have the option of working with Chinese language materials for selected assignments. *Note: Students may receive credit for only one of CHIN 290AD or HIST 290AV.*

CHIN 311 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese II
A continuation of CHIN 212, this course will further enhance the student's ability to comprehend and produce more complicated speech patterns. Edited Chinese classic works and modern literature are introduced to enhance students’ cultural appreciation and reading comprehension. Students will recite short texts and produce letters and biographical information in Chinese characters. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 212, or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 201 or CHIN 311.*

CHIN 312 - Advanced Mandarin Chinese I
This course involves the comprehension of more complex topics that are closer to normal native speed and require extended vocabulary and knowledge of structure, grammar and culture. Reading and writing skills are further developed. Students are expected to use more sophisticated structures in their speaking and writing. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 311 or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 300 or CHIN 312.*

CHIN 361 - Translation I
This course focuses on the theories and skills of translation from English to Chinese and from Chinese to English. Authentic texts of various genres will be included. A further focus is the comparison of the two languages and cultures including the vocabulary, grammar, and correct idiomatic usage, etc. * Note: This class is for Chinese dialect speakers and those with advanced Mandarin. * * Note: Students may receive credit for only one of CHIN 390AB or CHIN 361. *

CHIN 390AD - Advanced Study in Chinese Idioms
A continue study of Chinese language and culture through Chinese idioms and its origins in the form of stories. This course is a continuation of CHIN 290AA. *** Prerequisite: CHIN 290AA ***

CHIN 390AE - A Survey of Chinese Literature (for advanced CHIN students)
This course aims to provide students with a survey of Chinese literature along with the literary masters, works, genres, and schools from the pre-Qin era till today. Important literary texts will be studied, through which students will learn to appreciate and use the Chinese language in literature and communication. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 312 or permission of Department Head.*** *Note: For non-native language learners.* *Note: Students may receive credit for only one of CHIN 390AE OR CHIN 390AF.*

CHIN 390AF - A Survey of Chinese Literature (for Chinese (Mandarin) Speakers)
This course aims to provide students with a survey of Chinese literature along with the literary masters, works, genres, and schools from the pre-Qin era till today. Important literary texts will be studied, through which students will learn to appreciate and use the Chinese language in literature and communication. *Note: For Chinese (Mandarin) speakers.* *Note: Students may receive credit for only one of CHIN 390AE OR CHIN 390AF.*

CHIN 390AG - Interpretation I
This course explores oral/aural interpretation as an academic discipline and professional skill. The focus will be on the theory and practice of Chinese-English and English-Chinese interpretation including techniques in aural comprehension and oral expression. Fundamental concepts of cross-cultural communication, ethics, and professional conduct will also be introduced. *Note: This class is for Chinese dialect speakers and those with advanced Mandarin.*

CHIN 411 - Advanced Mandarin Chinese II
This course will strengthen students overall language and cultural proficiency. Authentic materials such as newspapers, magazines, news broadcastings, movies, TV shows and Chinese computer software will be used to improve communicative competence. Selected authentic Chinese classic works and examples of modern literature will be introduced and discussed to deepen students’ appreciation of the Chinese language and culture and to develop a high level of sophistication in the use of the language. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 312 or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 301 or CHIN 411.*

CHIN 461 - Translation II
This course is a continuation of CHIN 361. It will further enhance the skills and techniques of translation between English and Chinese. A wider selection of authentic texts of various genres will be included. It will continue to focus on the comparison of the two languages and cultures including the vocabulary, grammar, and usage, etc. ***Prerequisite: CHIN 361 or CHIN 390AB or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CHIN 490AA or CHIN 461.*