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FRN 301 Intensive Review of French Grammar

Consists of a systematic study of all aspects of French grammar, syntax, and morphology. Review and expansion of student's knowledge of French vocabulary and idioms are stressed.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 302 Commercial French Translation

Provides practical exercises in translating correspondence and documents from the world of commerce and international relations. The course emphasizes understanding and rendering key concepts, while developing skill and fluency in professional writing in both French and English.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 303 Advanced Composition and Conversation I

Is the first of two courses that consist of structured practice in writing and speaking on selected topics, emphasizing specific grammatical problems. Special emphasis is placed on increasing the student's active French vocabulary.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 304 Advanced Composition and Conversation II

Is the second of two courses that consist of structured practice in writing and speaking on selected topics, emphasizing specific grammatical problems. Special emphasis is placed on increasing the student's active French vocabulary.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 305 Theme and Version

Is an intensive study of French grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and idiomatic expression through written translations from English to French (theme) and from French to English (version).

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 306 Phonetics and Phonology

Consists of a detailed study of the French sound system (morphology, sound production, and intonation) through a variety of pronunciation exercises, as well as transcriptions of French texts using the International Phonetic Alphabet.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 322 Francophone World Cultures

Presents the history of French colonialism and the growth and development of unique cultures among a variety of francophone peoples of the world, especially North and West Africa, the Caribbean, and Quebec. Lectures, readings, and discussions are conducted in French.

3

Prerequisites

FRN 201- FRN 202 or equivalent

FRN 326 French Cinema

Introduces some of the major themes, techniques, movements and directors of this most important art form of the 20th century. The course teaches the critical skills required for making informed judgments on the artistic merits and deficiencies of cinematic works. Open to all students, with lectures, discussions, and readings in English.

3

Cross Listed Courses

FLM 326