Asian Languages and Cultures: Languages course catalog
All 129 recorded UW–Madison courses in this department, including courses not offered this term. Open a course for prerequisites, historical grades and instructors.
ASIALANG 101: First Semester Chinese
4 credits
Introduces the sounds, basic grammar along with 400 characters of standard spoken Chinese. It also teaches beginner-level communication skills in everyday life.
ASIALANG 102: Second Semester Chinese
Credits unavailable
Introduces the basic grammar along with 400 Chinese characters of standard spoken Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 103: First Semester Japanese
4 credits
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. No previous knowledge of Japanese expected. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 103 prior to Summer 2019).
ASIALANG 104: Second Semester Japanese
Credits unavailable
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. Continuation of skill development fromASIALANG 103. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 104 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 105: First Semester Korean
4 credits
Provides students with basic conversation skills and grammatical patterns, assuming that students have no or little previous background knowledge of the Korean language. The learning goal of the course is to equip students with communicative skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing at a basic level in Korean; Using contemporary standard Korean, students will learn how to express simple ideas such as attributes, identities, locations, time, daily activities, weekend plan, desires, as well as how to combine simple ideas in a various way. Not open to students who completed E ASIAN 105 prior to summer 2019.
ASIALANG 106: Second Semester Korean
Credits unavailable
Essentials of modern spoken and written Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 106 prior to Summer 2019
ASIALANG 110: Elementary Chinese I
Credits unavailable
Introduction to the fundamental phonetic system and grammar of standard spoken Chinese along with 200 characters. Not open to students with credit forASIALANG 101(or E ASIAN 101 or 121 prior to Fall 2019).
ASIALANG 111: Elementary Chinese II
Credits unavailable
Introduction to the fundamental phonetic system and grammar of standard spoken Chinese along with 200 characters. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 113: First Semester Elementary Japanese
Credits unavailable
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations.
ASIALANG 114: Second Semester Elementary Japanese
Credits unavailable
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 121: First Semester Asian Language
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 122: Second Semester Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 302 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 123: First Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 305 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 124: Second Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 306 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 125: First Semester Hmong
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 307 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 126: Second Semester Hmong
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 308 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 127: First Semester Indonesian
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 309 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 128: Second Semester Indonesian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 310 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 129: First Semester Thai
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 317 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 130: Second Semester Thai
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 318 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 131: First Semester Vietnamese
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 319 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 132: Second Semester Vietnamese
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 320 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 133: First Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 353 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 134: Second Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 354 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 135: First Semester Modern Tibetan
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 369 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 136: Second Semester Modern Tibetan
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 370 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 137: First Semester Persian
4 credits
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 363 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 138: Second Semester Persian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 364 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 139: First Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 371 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 140: Second Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 372 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 141: First Semester Sanskrit
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 375 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 142: Second Semester Sanskrit
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 376 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 201: Third Semester Chinese
4 credits
Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 202: Fourth Semester Chinese
Credits unavailable
Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 203: Third Semester Japanese
4 credits
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development from elementary language courses reviewing, reinforcing and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 203 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 204: Fourth Semester Japanese
Credits unavailable
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development fromASIALANG 203. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 204 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 205: Third Semester Korean
4 credits
Focus on two areas of Korean language learning (listening speaking) so that students can understand and express themselves in contemporary Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 345 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 206: Fourth Semester Korean
Credits unavailable
Further practice in speaking, reading and writing Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 346 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 211: Heritage Chinese I
Credits unavailable
Introduces functional vocabulary and grammar, various cultural related topics, reading skills, and writing techniques. Designed for heritage Chinese learners who possess speaking and listening skills but little or no reading/writing skills in Chinese. These learners include those who were born in a non-Chinese-speaking country, but were raised in a home where Mandarin or another dialect was spoken, and those who were born in a Chinese-speaking country but received zero or limited formal education in that country. Students should contact the department about placement. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 113 or 213 prior to fall 2019.
ASIALANG 212: Heritage Chinese II
Credits unavailable
Emphasizes reading and writing skills, focusing on acquiring a broad and varied vocabulary, key grammatical structures, and diverse sentence patterns through engaging readings on Chinese culture. Develops the ability to comprehend authentic texts, analyze cultural content, and express ideas clearly and accurately in writing. Strengthens both linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding, providing a foundation for advanced study of the Chinese language and its literary and cultural contexts. Requires completion ofASIALANG 211.
ASIALANG 221: Third Semester Asian Language
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 222: Fourth Semester Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 223: Third Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 405 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 224: Fourth Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 406 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 225: Third Semester Hmong
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 407 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 226: Fourth Semester Hmong
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 408 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 227: Third Semester Indonesian
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 409 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 228: Fourth Semester Indonesian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 410 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 229: Third Semester Thai
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 417 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 230: Fourth Semester Thai
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 418 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 231: Third Semester Vietnamese
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 419 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 232: Fourth Semester Vietnamese
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 420 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 233: Third Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 453 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 234: Fourth Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 454 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 235: Third Semester Modern Tibetan
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 469 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 236: Fourth Semester Modern Tibetan
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 470 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 237: Third Semester Persian
4 credits
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 463 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 238: Fourth Semester Persian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 464 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 239: Third Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 471 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 240: Fourth Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 241: Third Semester Sanskrit
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 475 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 242: Fourth Semester Sanskrit
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 476 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 301: Fifth Semester Chinese
4 credits
Selections principally from materials in modern Chinese society, to expose students to reading a variety of topics and styles. Classes conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 301 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 302: Sixth Semester Chinese
Credits unavailable
Selections principally from materials in modern Chinese society, to expose students to reading a variety of topics and styles. Classes conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 302 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 303: Fifth Semester Japanese
4 credits
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development from the second-year language courses reviewing, reinforcing and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 303 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 305: Fifth Semester Korean
3 credits
Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 348 prior to Summer 2019
ASIALANG 306: Sixth Semester Korean
Credits unavailable
Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 348 prior to Summer 2019
ASIALANG 307: First Semester Southeast Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 308: Second Semester Southeast Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 311: First Semester Classical Chinese
3 credits
Provides an introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. English is the primary language of translation and class discussion, with supplementary use of modern Mandarin. This course is intended for learners of modern Chinese as a foreign language and students of other Asian languages who need Classical Chinese for their studies. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 312: Second Semester Classical Chinese
Credits unavailable
An introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. English is the primary language of translation and class discussion, with supplementary use of modern Mandarin. Intended for learners of modern Chinese as a foreign language and students of other Asian languages who need Classical Chinese for their studies. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 322 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 313: Classical Japanese
3 credits
Introduction to the grammar of classical Japanese and to reading calligraphy on art. Visits to Chazen collection a part of course. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 323 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 315: First Semester Classical Chinese for Chinese Speakers
3 credits
Provides an introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry as well as the discipline of translation from and into Classical Chinese for students who are native or near-native speakers of modern Chinese. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. Students improve their own skills in Classical Chinese at the same time as developing materials to aid in the Classical Chinese study of students who are learning the classical and modern language simultaneously. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 321 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 316: Second Semester Classical Chinese for Chinese Speakers
Credits unavailable
Building on basic grammar and vocabulary learned in the first semester, this course improves comprehension of literary Chinese prose and poetry as well as the discipline of translation from and into Classical Chinese for students who are native or near- native speakers of modern Chinese. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. Students improve their own skills in Classical Chinese at the same time as developing materials to aid in the Classical Chinese study of students who are learning the classical and modern language simultaneously.
ASIALANG 317: First Semester Summer Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 321: Fifth Semester Asian Language
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 322: Sixth Semester Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 323: Fifth Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 505 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 324: Sixth Semester Filipino
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 506 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 325: Fifth Semester Hmong
3 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 507 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 326: Sixth Semester Hmong
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 508 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 327: Second Semester Summer Asian Language
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 328: Sixth Semester Indonesian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 509 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 329: Fifth Semester Thai
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 330: Sixth Semester Thai
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 331: Fifth Semester Vietnamese
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 332: Sixth Semester Vietnamese
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 333: Fifth Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 553 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 334: Sixth Semester Hindi
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 554 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 335: Fifth Semester Tibetan
4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 557 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 336: Sixth Semester Tibetan
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 558 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 337: Fifth Semester Persian
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 563 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 338: Sixth Semester Persian
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 564 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 339: Fifth Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 571 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 340: Sixth Semester Urdu
Credits unavailable
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 572 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 348: Fifth Semester Indonesian
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 509 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 355: First Semester Asian Language for Graduate Students
4 credits
Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the first-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop vocabulary lists and other target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.
ASIALANG 356: Second Semester Asian Language for Graduate Students
Credits unavailable
Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the second-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop vocabulary lists and other target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals, and will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.
ASIALANG 357: Third Semester Asian Language for Graduate Students
4 credits
Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the third-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop field work interview scripts, simple research proposals, or other intermediate target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.
ASIALANG 358: Fourth Semester Asian Language for Graduate Students
Credits unavailable
Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the fourth-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop field work interview scripts, simple research proposals, or other intermediate target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.
ASIALANG 360: Intermediate Reading Proficiency in Asian Languages
Credits unavailable
Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian target-language writings. Designed for students who have taken at least a first year Asian language course.
ASIALANG 375: Advanced Japanese: Solidifying the Foundations
Credits unavailable
Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development in reviewing, reinforcing, and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Introduce skills to understand authentic textual and audiovisual materials. Solidify the foundations in preparation for advanced-level Japanese coursework.
ASIALANG 376: Japanese Conversation
3 credits
Enhance oral communication skills in various everyday contexts. Examines how different terminology, phrases, speech styles, and strategies are used to carry on conversations in various real-life situations and practice adopting them. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 335 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 377: Business Japanese Communication
Credits unavailable
Enhances oral and written communication skills that are specific to business contexts. Review essential grammar and honorific expressions for proper styles of communication. Develop the understanding of cultural and geographical factors that influence business practices in Japan. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 377 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 378: Chinese Conversation
3 credits
Oral communication skills including verbal and nonverbal behavior in Mandarin Chinese. Useful terms and phrases for daily conversations and professional reports. Practice conversation and interacting appropriately in varying real-life situations. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 333 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 379: Business Chinese
Credits unavailable
Introduces learners of Chinese to the culture, commerce, and etiquette in the Chinese society. Students will acquire a working knowledge of the vocabulary and expressions that are essential for business transactions. They will also learn culturally applicable business strategies and understand Chinese people's expectations, concerns and needs. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 379 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 381: Business Korean
Credits unavailable
Build advanced-level speaking, vocabulary, and communication skills needed for a variety of Korean business settings. Become familiar with Korean business culture through classroom activities and homework assignments. Topics include formal communication skills, business-related vocabulary frequently used in formal writing, and current issues related to Korea's economy, society and culture. Understand Korean companies' hiring processes and detailed information regarding Korean-specific business culture and issues. Enhance language skills for business settings in South Korea.
ASIALANG 405: Seventh Semester Korean
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Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 405 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 406: Eighth Semester Korean
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Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 406 prior to Summer 2019.
ASIALANG 407: Third Semester Southeast Asian Language
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Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 408: Fourth Semester Southeast Asian Language
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Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 417: Third Semester Summer Asian Language
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Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 421: Seventh Semester Asian Language
3–4 credits
Proficiency at the advanced high level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.
ASIALANG 422: Eighth Semester Asian Language
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Proficiency at the advanced high level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 602 prior to Fall 2019.
ASIALANG 427: Fourth Semester Summer Asian Language
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Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 451: Advanced Readings in Japanese
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Introduces a variety of authentic texts in Japanese, such as essays, newspaper articles, and short stories. Utilize reading strategies introduced in class, discuss related topics, and write short essays. Develop the advanced level of linguistic proficiency as well as some understanding of the Japanese society and culture.
ASIALANG 452: Advanced Japanese Through Audio-visual Media
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Enhance Japanese language proficiency through the study of various genres of audio-visual media, including drama, news, documentary, talk/variety show, and commercials. Primarily focuses on the development of listening comprehension and media literacy, but also provides opportunities to improve ability to express viewpoints through writing and speaking in Japanese.
ASIALANG 454: Advanced Chinese Through Media
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Designed for advanced learners of Chinese to improve their Chinese language skills and cultural knowledge. Students will watch and analyze audio-visual media, such as documentary, talk show, movies, etc. In addition, students will make audios/videos to tell stories about themselves, their friends, or others.
ASIALANG 456: Advanced Korean Through Audio-visual Media
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Improve listening comprehension, media literacy, speaking, and writing skills. Using various genres of audio-visual media materials, including drama, news, documentaries, talk/variety shows, and advertisements, gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Korean society and culture. Develop listening comprehension skills by watching and listening to authentic Korean media content. Analyze media content critically and develop media literacy skills. Practice speaking and writing skills through engaging discussions and assignments.
ASIALANG 457: Advanced Chinese: Reading and Writing
3 credits
Learn to interpret modified and authentic Chinese reading materials, including textbook articles, news reports, and online posts from various social media. Learn the basics of Chinese writing, and practice planning, writing, and revising Chinese essays. Solidify Chinese reading and writing skills, cultivate wider and deeper perspectives towards Chinese society and culture, and develop insight into one's own language and culture.
ASIALANG 460: Intermediate High Reading Proficiency in Asian Languages
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Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian target-language writings. Designed for students who have taken at least three semesters of an Asian language course.
ASIALANG 475: Advanced Topics in Asian Translation
3 credits
Topics course in advanced translation from Asian languages to English. Discussion of naming conventions, genre, advanced grammar, audience, transcription, etc.
ASIALANG 480: Advanced Topics in Asian Language
3 credits
Enhance reading skills in diverse genres from various historical periods. Emphasis is placed on achieving advanced-high level skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing using communicative methods. Open to students who have taken fifth semester of an Asian language.
ASIALANG 507: Fifth Semester Southeast Asian Language
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Proficiency at the advanced-low level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 508: Sixth Semester Southeast Asian Language
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Proficiency at the advanced-low level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 517: Fifth Semester Summer Asian Language
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Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 527: Sixth Semester Summer Asian Language
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Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.
ASIALANG 560: Advanced Reading Proficiency in Asian Languages
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Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian Languages writings. Designed for students who have taken at least a second year Asian languages course
ASIALANG 675: Advanced Readings in Sanskrit
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Designed for advanced learners of Sanskrit and will enhance students' knowledge of the language through reading in a variety of genres from different time periods. Primarily focuses on reading and analyzing texts. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 675 prior to Fall 2019.