Course Descriptions
INLS121 (3)
Elementary __________________I
Grammar with reading and writing of simple foreign language in the context of significant aspects of culture of the foreign language-oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab per week is required. Language options can be discussed with the Department of INLS.
INLS122 (3)
Elementary _________________II
Grammar with reading and writing continued in the context of significant aspects of culture of the foreign language-oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab per week is required. Language options can be discussed with the department of INLS.
INLS235 (4)
Intermediate ________________
Grammar, reading, composition, oral and aural exercises in the context of significant aspects of the culture of the foreign language. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: INLS122 with minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor.
INLS295/495 (1-3)
Directed Study/Readings/Research/Project
In the area of language, culture, literature, or international trade. INLS495 is open only to qualified upper division students. Permission of instructor required. Repeatable with different material.
INLS330 (1-2)
French/Spanish Service Fieldwork
Designed for students having an advanced level of proficiency in French or Spanish. Services may include activities such as mentoring international students on and off campus, tutoring, interpreting and translating for community and government agencies.
INLS400 (3)
Topics in ____________
A study of selected topics in language, culture, literature, or international trade. Topic and credits to be announced. Repeatable with different topics.
INLS458 (3)
Methods of Foreign Language Instruction: K-12
An overview of approaches and practical techniques in foreign language instruction as well as the theoretical notions underlying current trends in classroom practice. Topics of study will include pedagogical practices and research in FL teaching, ways of using that research, and practical applications of instructional methods. This course focuses on methods for K-12. Attending the Michigan World Language Association Conference in Lansing is required. Required for teacher certification.
INLS478 (0)
Study Tour:
Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required.
INLS490 (3)
Language and International Trade Internship/Practicum
A one-semester, full-time work assignment which provides the opportunity to extend theoretical classroom learning in an appropriate setting in the U.S. or abroad. A final report is required.
FRENCH
FREN171 (3)
Elementary French I
Grammar with reading and writing of simple French in the context of significant aspects of culture - oral and listening work stressed. Designed for students who have no French or less than 2 years of high-school French or its equivalent. A one-hour lab per week is required.
FREN171 (4)
Elementary French I
AU/GU course - See content above.
FREN172 (3)
Elementary French II
Grammar and reading continued in the context of significant aspects of culture; oral and listening work progressively increased. Designed for students with 2-3 years of high-school French. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: FREN171 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor.
FREN172 (4)
Elementary French II
AU/GU course - see content above.
FREN275 (4)
Intermediate French
Grammar, reading, composition, and oral and aural exercises in the context of significant aspects of French culture. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: FREN172 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor.
FREN275 (4)
Intermediate French
AU/GU course - see content above.
FREN366 (3)
Fench Conversation
Training in oral self-expression, with emphasis on fluency and accuracy. Acquisition of idioms and review of different speaking levels that exist within the language. Special attention to important differences that exist among all Francophone countries. Prerequisite: FREN275 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. A one-hour lab is required.
FREN367 (3)
French Composition
Written French with a special enphasis with reading comprehension and composition which incorporates the study of grammatical structures. Prerequisites: FREN275 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. A one-hour lab is required.
FREN401 (3)
Fundamentals of Translation
Techniques of translation processes in rendering into French and English materials ranging from official documents to technical essays and literary texts. Conducted entirely in French. An arranged lab is required.
FREN402 (3)
French for Interpreters
Intensive study and practice in the art of consecutive and simultaneous oral translation. Conducted entirely in French. An arranged lab is required.
FREN415 (3)
Advanced French Communication
A comprehensive study of French grammar for written and oral communication. A review of techniques and strategies to improve communication through creative writing, speech preparation and class presentations. Emphasis on language fluency and accuracy. Conducted entirely in French.
FREN420 (3)
Francophone Cultures: The New World and the Third World
Explores non-European cultures where French is used as a medium of expression. Study in French literature and film from North America, the Caribbean, and Africa. Conducted entirely in French.
FREN429 (3)
French for International Travel and Tourism
Spoken and written French common to the French-speaking world of tourism, hotel business and catering, emphasizing on practices and cultural tools required to communicate in a French-speaking professional environment. This course provides an intensive preparation to the Diplome de Francais Professionel Tourisme et Hotellerie conferred by the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Conducted entirely in French. An arranged lab is required.
FREN430 (3)
Contemporary French Culture and Society
Analysis and comparison of French and American value orientations, family structures, and educational, political, economic, and cultural institutions. Course offered only during summer study tour to France. Conducted entirely in French.
FREN434 (3)
French for Medical Professions
Spoken and written French used by medical professions in the French-speaking world. Strong emphasis on vocabulary, phrases, terminology and specific language used in a doctor's office and hospital settings. This course provides an intensive preparation to the Diplome de Francais Professionel Medical conferred by the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Conducted entirely in French. An arranged lab is required.
FREN445 (3)
French Literature and Film
Analysis and comparison of artistic differences between selected pieces of French literature and their film adaptation. Conducted entirely in French.
FREN460 (3)
French for International Trade
Spoken and written French common to the French-speaking world of business and industry, emphasizing business practices and cultural tools required to communicate in the French-speaking economic environment: business operations and socio-economics in France; the economy of France. This course provides an intensive preparation of the Diplome Francais des Affaires I conferred by the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Conducted entirely in French. An aranged lab is rqeuired.
GERMAN
GRMN181 (3)
Elementary German I
Grammar with reading, writing and pronunciation of simple German in the context of significant aspects of culture - oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab per week is required. Fall
GRMN182 (3)
Elementary German II
Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab per week is required. Course offered during spring semester in alternate years. Prerequisite: GRMN181 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. Spring
GRMN415 (3)
German Culture
An introduction to the life and people of Greman speaking countries through lectures and readings in standard German on the geography, history, politics, business, social problems, arts, and literatures of the area. Conducted entirely in German. Course offered only during summer study tour to Germany (alternate years).
GRMN425 (3)
Contemporary German
Analysis and comparison of German and American value orientations, family structures, and educational, political and economic, and cultural institutions. Conducted entirely in German. Course offered only during summer study tour to Germany (alternate years).
ITALIAN
ITLN141 (3)
Elementary Italian I
Grammar with reading, writing and pronunciation of simple Italian in the context of significant aspects of culture - oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab per week is required. Course offered during fall sementer in alternate years. Fall
ITLN142 (3)
Elementary Italian II
Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: ITLN141 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. Spring
PORTUGUESE
PORT171 (3)
Elementary Portuguese I
Grammar with reading and writing of simple Portuguese in the context of significant aspects of culture - oral and listening work stressed. A one-hour lab is required.
PORT172 (3)
Elementary Portuguese II
Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. A one-hour lab is required. Prerequisite: PORT171 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor.
PORT420 (3)
Portuguese Literature & Culture
A study of selected major Portuguese and Brazilian writers whose works reflect important political, social, moral, and cultural aspects of Portuguese societies. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Course offered only during summer study tour to Brazil (alternate years).
PORT430 (3)
Contemporary Brazilian Culture
An introduction to the life and people of Brazil through lectures and readings in Brazilian Portuguese on the geography, history, politics, social problems, arts, business and literature of the region. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Course offered only during summer study tour to Brazil (alternate years).
SPANISH
SPAN171 (3)
Elementary Spanish I
Grammar with reading and writing of simple Spanish in the context of significant aspects of culture - oral and listening work stressed. Elementary Spanish I is designed for students who have studied no Spanish or less than 2 years of high-school Spanish or its equivalent. A one-hour lab per week is required.
SPAN172 (3)
Elementary Spanish II
Grammar and reading continued: oral and listening work progressively increased. Designed for students with 2-3 years of high-school Spanish or its equivalent. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: SPAN171 with a minimum grade of C or permission of instructor.
SPAN275 (4)
Intermediate Spanish
Grammar, reading, composition, oral and listening exercises on the intermediate level, including significant aspects of Spanish culture. A one-hour lab per week is required. Prerequisite: SPAN172 with a minimum grade of C or permission of instructor.
SPAN325 (3)
Spanish for the Medical Professions
Spoken and written Spanish used by the medical professions in the Spanish-speaking world. Strong emphasis on vocabulary, phrases, medical terminology, and specific language use in a doctor's office and hospital settings. Basic knowledge of Spanish recommended. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN366 (3)
Spanish Conversation
Training in oral self-expression, with emphasis in fluency and accuracy. Acquisition of idioms and review of different speaking levels that exist within the language. Special attention to important differences that exist among all Spanish speaking coutries. Prerequisite: SPAN275 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. A one-hour lab per week is required.
SPAN367 (3)
Spanish Composition
Written Spanish with special emphasis on reading comprehension and composition which incorporates the study of gramatical structures. Prerequisite: SPAN275 with a minimum grade of C or permission of the instructor. A one-hour per week is required.
SPAN416 (3)
Spanish for Native Speakers
An in-depth study of the Spanish language for native speakers who have not had previous formal academic instruction in Spanish. Special emphasis will be given to oral and written communication by focusing on grammar, syntax, and correct usage of the Spanish language. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN420 (3)
Advanced Spanish Written and Oral Communication
A comprehensive study of Spanish grammar for written and oral communication. A review of techniques and strategies to improve communication through creative writing, speech preparation, and class presentations. Emphasis on language fluency and accuracy. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN426 (3)
Contemporary Spain
An overview of contemporary Spain and its role in Europe as well as Latin America. Special consideration of geographical aspects, commerce, industry, tourism, education, political settings, and status of the Monarchy are given. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN434 (3)
Spanish Culture and Ethics
A course design to explore basic concepts related to ethics in the Spanish world. It will include religion, tradition, work environment, education, discrimination, migration, politics, and social differences. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN436 (3)
Spanish-American Culture
An introduction to the life and people of Spanish America through lectures and readings in standard Spanish on the geography, history, politics, social problems, arts, and literature of the area. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN438 (3)
Mexico and Central American Culture
An overview of the Mexico and Central American cultures and their presence in the United States of America. Special consideration to customs, traditions, values, lifestyle, and social problemsalong with some historical events that have greatly influenced Mexicans and Central Americans. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN439 (3)
Caribbean Spanish
A course designed to explore Hispanic culture and traditions in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands. Special interest in Cuba, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico and their immigration trends to the United States of America. A study of their lifestyle, values, traditions, and customs. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
SPAN446 (3)
Spanish and Latin American Drama
A study of selected major Spanish and Latin American writers whose works reflect important political, social, moral, and cultural aspects of Hispanic societies. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN447 (3)
Spanish for Translation
An introduction to the basic principles of translation from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. An approach to techniques used in writing translation. Strong emphasis on written translations. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab os required.
SPAN448 (3)
Spanish and Latin American Literature and Film
Comparison of artistic and linguistic differences between selected pieces of Spanish and Latin American literature and their film adaptation. Emphasis on language, characters, and cultural aspects of society. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN449 (3)
Spanish for Interpreters
A study of the basic principles of oral interpretation from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. An approach to techniques used in oral interpretation. Strong emphasis on oral communication. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN457 (3)
Spanish Media Translation
A study of the basic principles of translation in the media. Comparison between translation of written documents and oral messages. Special attention to translating news, commercials, movies, websites, speeches, newspapers, and magazines. Conducted in both English and Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN470 (3)
Spanish for International Trade
Spoken and written Spanish common to the Spanish-speaking world of business and industry, with emphasis upon business practices, and the writing and translating of business letters and professional reports. Cross-cultural references provide opportunities for comparative and contrastive analysis of American and Spanish cultural patterns in business settings. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
SPAN488 (3)
Spanish for International Relations
Spoken and written Spanish common to the Spanish-speaking world of international relations with emphasis in vocabulaty related to government agencies, non-profit organizations, diplomacy, religious entities, independent agencies (UN, OEA). Special emphasis in communication. Conducted entirely in Spanish. An arranged lab is required.
GRADUATE COURSES
The following courses are available to those preparing for degree language examinations or for improvement in reading ability:
FREN505 (5)
Reading French
For students without a working knowledge in French; an introduction to the grammar and syntax of French for the purpose of translating written French into English. May count toward a general elective only.
GRMN505 (5)
Reading German
For students without a working knowledge in German; an introduction to the grammar and syntax of German for the purpose of translating written German into English. May count toward a general elective only.
INLS575 (1-3)
Topics in _______
A study of selected topics in language, literature, or civilization. Topics and credits to be announced. Repeatable with different topics.
INLS590 (1-3)
Directed Study/Reading/Research/Project
Studies in the area of French/Spanish language, literature, or civilization, as determined in consultation with the instructor.