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French
111. Elementary French I. 4 cr. hrs.
Review of grammar and vocabulary of the beginning level with the addition of new elements and an emphasis on proficiency in the four language skills and culture. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation class with French Assistant. Prerequisite: FRE 112 or its equivalent Fall semester.
112. Elementary French II. 4 cr. hrs. A continuation of French 211 using the same methods. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation class with French Assistant. Prerequisite: FRE 111 or its equivalent. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation session with French Assistant. Spring semester.
114. Accelerated Elementary French. 4 cr. hrs. An introductory college course in French covering the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing French. The course covers the same material as FRE 111, 112 at an accelerated pace for students who have had two or more years of French in high school, but whose placement test scores indicate that they are not adequately prepared to enter FRE 211. Prerequisites: Two years of high school French and recommendation of the Department based on the placement test. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation session with French Assistant. Fall semester.
211. Intermediate French I. 4 cr. hrs.
Review of grammar and vocabulary of the beginning level with the addition of new elements and an emphasis on proficiency in the four language skills and culture. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation class with French Assistant. Prerequisite: FRE 112 or its equivalent. Fall semester.
212. Intermediate French II. 4 cr. hrs.
A continuation of French 211 using the same methods. Four class sessions per week plus one conversation class with French Assistant. Prerequisite: FRE 211 or its equivalent. Spring semester.
323. Introduction to French Literature. 4 cr. hrs.
An integrated introduction to French literature for students with no previous experience in the field. A detailed study of literature relating to important moments in French history; study and practice of techniques of literary analysis; review of selected grammar and sentence structure; and opportunities to speak French. Prerequisite: French 212 or equivalent. Fall semester.
324. French Novel of the l9th Century. 4 cr. hrs.
An integrated study of the French novel of the 19th century through selected, representative works; supporting study of the historical and cultural context of the 19th century; review of selected grammar and sentence structures; structured opportunities to speak French. Prerequisite: French 323. Spring semester, alternate years.
325. French in the Business World. 4 cr. hrs.
Development of language skills and vocabulary, particularly in respect to business usage. A study of cultural differences that can affect communication and cooperation in a business context. An exploration of resources useful to an American working in a French business context. Prior courses in accounting, business and/or economics recommended. Spring semester.
351. French Theatre of the 17th and 20th Centuries. 4 cr. hrs.
An integrated study of French theatrical literature of the 17th and 20th centuries through selected, representative works; supporting study of the historical and cultural context of the 17th century; review of selected grammar and sentence structures; structured opportunities to speak French. Prerequisite: any 300 level French course. Fall semester, alternate years.
353. French Civilization and Literature. 4 cr. hrs.
A study of the cultural, social and political climate of France since the sixteenth century supported by a detailed study of French poetry; review of selected grammar and sentence structure; and opportunities to speak French. Prerequisites: Any 300-level French course. Fall semester, alternate years.
354. French Novel of the 20th Century. 4 cr. hrs.
A detailed study of Francophone novels of the twentieth century, with emphasis on issues of writing and maturity into adulthood; review of selected grammar and sentence structures; and opportunities to speak French. Prerequisite: any 300 level French course. Spring semester, alternate years.
415. Synthesis of French Literature and Culture. 4 cr. hrs.
A seminar requiring the synthesis of skills learned in other classes, including independent reading of a major literary work, literary analysis, cultural and historical knowledge, research, and presentations of individual work in both written and oral formats. Two class sessions with expectations of individual initiative in research, reading, analysis and development of two papers (literary analysis and history), one oral presentation (culture) and an annotated bibliography on a topic or topics of choice. Prerequisite: 16 credit hours numbered 300 or above. Spring semester, as needed.
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