NSU Catalog 2018-2019 
    
    May 01, 2024  
NSU Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are arranged in alphabetical order by subject code (prefix).

Courses numbered less than 100 are considered developmental and do not count as credit toward graduation. These courses serve as preparation for college level courses and are required prerequisites for math and English courses. They must be completed in the first 30 attempted credit hours. Placement in these courses is based on ACT, SAT, or COMPASS test scores. They are self-support courses and charged at that tuition rate.

Freshmen and sophomores may take courses numbered 100 and 200 providing that the necessary prerequisites have been completed. Courses numbered 300 and 400 are normally junior and senior level but might be taken by sophomores if the necessary prerequisites have been met. Courses numbered 500 and 600 are entry- level graduate courses offered in conjunction with the undergraduate-level course. Undergraduate students who wish to enroll for the course at the 500 or 600 level must secure permission from the Graduate School. Courses numbered 700 are open to graduate students only.

Pre-requisites: Some classes have pre-requisites which must be met before enrolling in the class. This can consist of passing grades in specific courses, minimum scores on placement exams, a specified class level or admission to a particular program. It has been determined by the disciplines that these pre-requisites are necessary to prepare the student for enrollment. Pre-requisites are listed in the course description for each class.

Credits are semester hours. Asterisk (*) indicates that the course is not offered every year.

 

Chinese

  
  • CHIN 101 - Introductory Chinese I


    An opportunity to develop skills in everyday spoken Chinese. Emphasis will be on correct pronunciation, listening skills, and fluency. 4 credits



  
  • CHIN 102 - Introductory Chinese II


    A continuation of CHIN 101 , except that 200 new Chinese characters will be introduced. Prerequisite: CHIN 101  4 credits



  
  • CHIN 201 - Intermediate Chinese I


    A review of basic sentence patterns and a continued development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. 200-300 more characters will be introduced. Prerequisite: CHIN 102  3 credits



  
  • CHIN 202 - Intermediate Chinese II


    A continuation of CHIN 201 . 200-300 more characters will be introduced. Prerequisite: CHIN 201  3 credits



  
  • CHIN 301 - Advanced Chinese I


    This course is a continuation of CHIN 201  to introduce students to the Mandarin Chinese language. It is designed for students who have taken intermediate Chinese or the equivalent to enhance and further develop their proficiency in modern Chinese language. As it is an advanced language acquisition course, in addition to pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, this course will also address other aspects which include reading strategies, Chinese composition skills, and discussion and presentations on meaningful social issues. 3 credits



  
  • CHIN 302 - Advanced Chinese II


    This course is a continuation of CHIN 301  to introduce students to the Mandarin Chinese language. It is designed for students who have achieved an advanced level in Chinese language. As it is an advanced language acquisition course, in addition to pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, this course will also address other aspects which include reading strategies, Chinese composition skills, and discussion and presentations on meaningful social issues. 3 credits



  
  • CHIN 311 - Conversational Chinese


    Designed to improve oral communication in Chinese. Selected readings on a variety of different topics are used as a basis for conversational practice in the classroom. Prerequisite: CHIN 202  3 credits



  
  • CHIN 312 - Chinese Grammar and Sentence Structure


    The basic grammatical usages and sentence structures necessary for speaking, reading, and writing Chinese. Introduction to high frequency vocabulary to build the foundation for competent communication. 3 credits



  
  • CHIN 350 - Introduction to Business Chinese


    The language of business and economics in The People’s Republic of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Includes commercial terminology, business forms, and office correspondence. Prerequisite: CHIN 202  3 credits



  
  • CHIN 353 - Chinese Literature


    Introduces selected readings which represent highlights of Chinese literature from its earliest period to the present. The emphasis is laid upon cultural, historical, and philosophical backgrounds. Prerequisite: CHIN 202  3 credits




History

  
  • HIST 311 - Chinese History


    A survey of Chinese history to 1840. 3 credits



  
  • HIST 312 - History of Modern Asia


    Focuses on the history of modern Chinese and Japanese civilizations. 3 credits