Japanese JPNS

JPNS 201 205 207 301 303 309 310 317 323 325 327 331 333 341 371 373 423 441 451 461 471

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Language Placement information see 4.59 Placement in Language Courses.

Junior Courses

Japanese 201

Introduction to Japanese Popular Culture

An introduction to the major forms of popular visual and material culture from Japan in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Notes: Taught in English.

Japanese 205

Beginners' Japanese I

Basic concepts of modern Japanese. Reading and writing of characters, essentials of grammar, basic vocabulary, and oral drills on normal speech patterns.
Course Hours: 3 units; (4-1)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Japanese 205 and 30 will not be allowed
Notes: Students must complete an online placement form before classes begin. For information, consult https://slllc.ucalgary.ca/placement_all.

Japanese 207

Beginners' Japanese II

Continuation of Japanese 205.
Course Hours: 3 units; (4-1)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 30 or Japanese 205.

Senior Courses

Japanese 301

Continuing Japanese I

Further acquisition of Japanese characters, and the development of conversational skills through reading and discussion of selected Japanese texts. Structural analysis of normal speech patterns. Preparation of written assignments. A continuation of Japanese 207.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 207.

Japanese 303

Continuing Japanese II

Continuation of Japanese 301.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 301.

Japanese 309

Topics in Japanese Culture in an Immersion Setting

Introduction to contemporary Japanese culture through research projects and life experience.

309.01. Wisdom, Imagination, and Creation
309.02. Longing, Memory, and Inheritance

Course Hours: 3 units; (3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
Notes: This course is given during Spring/Summer Intersession in Japan. A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.

Japanese 310

Topics in Japanese Language in an Immersion Setting I

Stresses oral skills and cultural understanding in an immersion setting. While the focus will be on speaking and aural comprehension, reading and writing will also be introduced.
Course Hours: 3 units; (36 hours)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 207 and consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Japanese 310 and 311 will not be allowed.
Notes: May be offered as part of a group study program. Additional fees may be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Japanese 312

Topics in Japanese Language in an Immersion Setting II

A continuation of Japanese 311.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-1)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Japanese 312 and 313 will not be allowed.聽
Notes: May be offered as part of a group study program. Additional fees may be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Japanese 317

Topics in Japanese Civilization

Distinctive features of Japanese civilization within the Asian context.

317.01. Japanese Civilization

317.02. Japanese Cinema

317.03. Japanese Cultural History in the Present Day

Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Notes: Taught in English.

Japanese 323

Critical Approaches to Manga and Anime

A critical introduction to Japanese manga (print comics) and anime (animation) in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Notes: Taught in English.

Japanese 325

Japanese Video Games and Gaming Culture

A critical introduction to the history, analysis, and social impact of video games from Japan and Japanese gaming culture worldwide.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Notes: Taught in English.

Japanese 327

Modern Japanese Literature in Translation

An introduction to the literature and literary history of modern Japan, with readings drawn from various literary genres, from 1868 to the present.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Notes: Taught in English.

Japanese 331

Intermediate Japanese I

An intermediate course giving emphasis to both writing and oral skills. Some of the more difficult aspects of modern Japanese grammar will be studied.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 303.

Japanese 333

Intermediate Japanese II

A continuation of Japanese 331.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 331.

Japanese 341

Introduction to Japanese Literature

Reading and discussion of selected works of modern Japanese literature.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 303.

Japanese 371

Intermediate Skills in Japanese Communication

Targeted focus on further development of self-expression and communication skills through speaking and listening at an Intermediate level.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 301.

Japanese 373

Intermediate Skills in Japanese Writing

Targeted focus on further development of productive (writing) skills for Japanese.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 301.

Japanese 423

Advanced Manga Studies

Advanced study of manga (print comics) in the original Japanese supplemented with theories and methods in the study of East Asian visual and popular culture.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 303.

Japanese 441

Advanced Conversational Japanese

Intensive development of Japanese oral communication skills through a variety of authentic materials.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 331.

Japanese 451

Japanese through Contemporary Texts

Language practice and cultural analysis through the study of contemporary Japanese texts. Authentic material will be selected from documents and textbooks. Students will be able to improve their reading skills while enhancing their knowledge of Japanese culture.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 331.

Japanese 461

Japanese-Chinese Cultural Relations

Discussion of cultural relations and influences between Japan and China. Topics may include cultural identities and cross-influences, literary and artistic traditions, and writing systems.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 303 or higher (excluding Japanese 317).
Notes: Knowledge of Chinese would be beneficial.
Also known as: (Chinese 461)

Japanese 471

Introduction to Classical Japanese

Basic introduction to classical Japanese language, including core grammar structures, sample masterpieces, and handwriting.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 331.

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