Japanese Jpn 101 , 102 Elementary Japanese I, II Prerequisite for 102: C- in 101 or instructor’s consent. Students are methodically introduced to the language and culture through hearing, speaking, reading, and writing Japanese. Emphasis is on practical understanding of the language through communicative activities. Jpn 103/104 must be taken concurrently with Jpn 101/102. (Offered every year.) 3-3 credits. Jpn 103 , 104 Japanese Calligraphy Students learn three basic Japanese writing systems, Hiragana, Katakana, and beginning Kanji, using traditional brush, ink, rice paper, and pens. Students will create their own works of art incorporating Japanese characters as words, expressions, and poems as a final product. Different styles of Japanese calligraphy and its history. Jpn 101/102 must be taken concurrently with Jpn 103/104. (Offered every year.) 1-1 credit. Jpn 201 Intermediate Japanese I Prerequisites, Jpn 102 or instructor’s consent. While mastering the intermediate vocabulary and structural patterns, the student will gain an understanding of the circumstances in which particular expressions might be used. By practicing the substitution exercises for the short conversations, the student will develop skills to apply patterns they have learned in different occasions which he or she encounters in real life. 3 credits. Jpn 345 Japanese Conversation Prerequisite, Jpn 201 or equivalent proficiency. Designed for students who have a foundation in grammar, vocabulary and written Japanese. Students perform exercises in conversational Japanese through activities such as discussions and debates on current news, situational role playing and oral presentations. Selected films and videos on Japanese society and culture are presented. 3 credits. Jpn 347 Business Japanese Prerequisites, Jpn 201 or instructor’s consent. Business Japanese is designed for the student who wants to learn business communication skills. This course will assist the student in mastering Japanese in a business setting through oral practice, role-playing and exercises. This course will also provide the student with abundant background knowledge and information about Japanese culture, customs, and business protocol through lectures, videos and discussions. (Offered during Interterm and on sufficient demand.) 3 credits.