Undergraduate French
Undergraduate French
2017 Fall Term
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BEGINNING FRENCH (GH)
FRENCH 141
An elementary course with oral emphasis. Grammar, reading, writing, conversation.
INTERMEDIATE FRENCH (GH)
FRENCH 251
Grammar review, reading, oral and written exercises, conversation.
ADVANCED FRENCH LANGUAGE STUDY (GH)
FRENCH 321
A thorough study of the structure of the language. Practical application through conversation and composition.
INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH TRANSLATION
FRENCH 375
Students learn basics of French to English translation by studying the history of translation as well as linguistic, cultural, professional, and ethical aspects of translation. They will then apply these concepts to translate a variety of genres, from technical, medical, and legal texts to literary and audiovisual texts. Class is taught in French and English.
FRENCH CONVERSATION
FRENCH 390
A course designed to maintain and increase oral fluency in French. Emphasis on spontaneous use of the language. Repeatable five times for maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.
FRENCH CLASSICS
FRENCH 481
Study of the concept of classicism through the life, works and ideas of the major 17th century authors. Emphasis on the theatre, i.e., the plays by Corneille, Moliere and Racine.
INTERNSHIP IN FRENCH
FRENCH 493
Internships are available in business, government or social service agencies for suitably prepared students wishing to pursue a career that involves foreign languages. Repeatable. Satisfactory/No Credit Grade Basis Only.
SPECIAL STUDIES
FRENCH 496
Variable topics. Group activity. Not offered regularly in the curriculum but offered on topics selected on the basis of timeliness, need, and interest, and generally in the format of regularly scheduled Catalog offerings. Repeatable.
EXCHANGE STUDY
FRENCH 497
Variable topics. Repeatable.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
FRENCH 498
Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.