French Course Descriptions

The following courses are taught in English: French 107, 205

101, 102 Elementary French I, II
A study of the fundamentals with emphasis on pronunciation and aural comprehension. Oral and written work. Reading of selected materials. (1, 1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk. Prerequisite: French 101, or its equivalent, is a prerequisite for 102.

201, 202 Intermediate French I, II
A review of grammar. Selected reading, conversation, culture and composition. (1, 1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk. Prerequisite: No prerequisite for French 201, but previous study of a foreign language is recommended; French 201 or equivalent is prerequisite to French 202. NOTE: For any course above the 202 level, French 201-202 or the equivalent is a prerequisite. All 300 and 400 level courses are taught in French unless specifically noted otherwise. No more than two courses taught in English may be applied toward the major. The following are taught in French:

300 French Conversation I
A review of the fundamentals of speaking, listening comprehension, and reading for conversational models, with an emphasis on current, everyday speech.(1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory 1 hr/wk.

301 French Conversation II
Improving oral proficiency and listening comprehension skills using contemporary media sources. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk.

302 French Composition
Improving command of grammar and writing skills, vocabulary building, and study of idiomatic expressions through selected readings. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk.

303 Oral Expression and Phonetics
Theory and practice of pronunciation. Systemic analysis of the sounds of French and the techniques to produce them accurately through intonation patterns, phonetic transcription and oral practice. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk.

304 The Structure of Modern French
Study of the forms and syntax of French. Perfecting skills in grammar, composition and translation. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

311 Building a Nation: French Civilization and Culture I
The civilization and cultural development of France from the beginning to the French Revolution. Attention is paid to the language, daily life, customs, art, and music of the country. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

312 A Nation Emerges: French Civilization and Culture II
The civilization and cultural development of France from the time of the French Revolution to the 21st century. Attention is paid to the language, daily life, customs, art, and music of the country. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

313 French Life and Culture
Panorama of the life of French-speaking people.Topics include contemporary life, customs, cuisine, government; artistic, intellectual, and cultural achievements. (Course is normally taught abroad and may be taught in English or French.) (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

315 Francophone Societies
A study of political, economic, social, literary, and cultural issues in selected contemporary Francophone societies. Three French-speaking countries, selected from Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas, will be studied in depth. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory work.

330 Technical and Business French
A study of French technical and business vocabulary, as well as the proper forms of correspondence; practical experience in translating letters and other business documents. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Computer work.

341 Methods of Teaching French
An evaluative study of language teaching methods. Development of teaching aids and a teacher's resource book. K-12 levels of instruction will be presented. Assignments will be completed in French. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: French 202. (Cross-listed as Language 341.)

380 Special Studies in French Language, Literature, and Culture Study of a special topic, with subject or theme to be determined by the students and faculty member. Course may be taken more than once. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

405, 406 Independent Study
Guided reading and research of a particular facet of French language, literature, or culture. ( 1 / 2 , 1) Prerequisite: By permission.

416 Internship
Field placement providing the student with practical experience in work areas in which French is applied. These areas may include embassies, government service, international business, education, industry, and the communications media. (1) May be conducted in French or English. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Permission. (Cross-listed as Language 416.)

420 The French Poetic Tradition
A study of the languages and forms of poetry in French, based on reading and analysis of selected works from major poets and poetic movements in French literary history.This course is designed to enable students to become better readers of French poetry and to gain an understanding and appreciation of some of France's greatest poets. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

421 The Medieval World
Selections from French literature of the Middle Ages, with emphasis on understanding the literary, cultural, and aesthetic trends of the period. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

431 Renaissance Vision and Voices
Selections from French literature of the Renaissance, with emphasis on understanding the literary, cultural, and aesthetic trends of the period. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

441 Political and Civil Order in 17th- and 18th- Century French Literature
Moving from classicism and the Age of Absolutism to the Enlightenment and the Age of Revolution, this course studies major French authors of the 17th and 18th centuries in the context of French literary and intellectual history. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

451 Romanticism, Realism and Naturalism in 19th- Century Literature
Readings and discussion of major literary works of the period. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

461 The Modern Novel and Short Story
Major works of the 20th century including such authors as Gide, Camus, Sartre, Robbe-Grillet, and other francophone writers. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

462 From Surrealism to the Absurd in 20th-Century Drama Reading and discussion of the most important works in this genre of the 20th century, including such authors as Claudel, Sartre, Camus, Ionesco, and Beckett. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

480 Advanced Studies in French Language, Literature, and Culture
Concentrated study of a special topic or theme not normally covered by regular course offerings. Students will be expected to read, write, and carry out research at an advanced level in French. Course may be taken more than once. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: French 301 or equivalent.

495, 496, 497 Honors Project
A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance. Prerequisite: To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major, a student in his/her senior year or in the Summer prior to the senior year, must work under the guidance of his/her committee.A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and Department.A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. 495 Honors Project is prerequisite for 497 Honors Project. ( 1 / 2 , 1, 1 / 2 )