Courses and Descriptions
GER 100 German I 3 Credits
An introduction to German stressing the spoken language and the fundamentals of grammar. Students are required to work extensively with audio CDs. This course counts towards the fulfillment of the Essential Competencies element of the CAS general education curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): placement test if German has been studied elsewhere.
GER 101 German II 3 Credits
A continuation of German 100. Communication skills are broadened, fundamental grammar is studied in more depth, and basic vocabulary is expanded. Students are required to work extensively with audio files. This course counts towards the fulfillment of the Essential Competencies element of the CAS general education curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): GER 100 with a minimum grade of D or placement test.
GER 200 German III 3 Credits
Intensive review of German grammar and syntax with a systematic approach to oral expression and composition. Readings on contemporary German life and selections from modern literature. This course counts towards the fulfillment of the Essential Competencies element of the CLAS general education curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): GER 101 or placement test.
GER 201 German IV 3 Credits
Continuation of grammar review and readings. Special emphasis on oral expression and composition of increasing sophistication, proceeding from concrete observations to theoretical and abstract discussion. This course counts towards the fulfillment of the Essential Competencies element of the CLAS general education curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): GER 200 or placement test.
GER 490 Independent Study: Research and Creative Expression 1-4 Credits
Independent Research and Study allows juniors and seniors in good academic standing to investigate topics of interest under faculty supervision. Projects must be approved by the faculty member, department chairperson, and academic dean no later than the third week of the semester in which the project is to be conducted. Only one project can be scheduled in a semester, and for no more than four semester hours; up to 12 semester hours of independent research and study may be counted toward graduation. Note that individual departments may have additional restrictions.