GERMAN 110      Elementary German I
The goals of this course are an ability to speak and to understand simple (spoken) German as well as to read and write simple prose.
Credits: 5 hours
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GERMAN 111      Introduction To Business German I
The goals of this course are the development of essential language skills in order to communicate effectively in basic situations.
Credits: 5 hours
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GERMAN 120      Elementary German II
Continuation of German 110. Prerequisite(s): German 110 or equivalent.
Credits: 5 hours
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GERMAN 121      Introduction To Business German II
German 121 (5 Credits): Continuation of German 111. Every Semester. Prerequisites: GERMAN 110 or GERMAN 111 or equivalent.
Credits: 5 hours
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GERMAN 211      Second-Year German I
Further development of comprehension and communicative skills in the language. Readings of moderate difficulty and grammar review. Practice in writing. The goal is attainment of intermediate proficiency in the language. Prerequisite: GERMAN 120. Fall.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 221      Second-Year German II
Continuation of GERMAN 211. Winter semester.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 250      Commercial German
Business practices and correspondence in the German language; special vocabulary of business, trade, banking and administration. Refinement of grammatical and stylistic skills. Subjects treated include price inquiries, quotations, offers, orders, complaints, administrative, banking and diplomatic correspondence. Prerequisite: GERMAN 221 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 280      Special Intermediate German Topics I
Instruction of German on the second-year/intermediate level introducing new methods of foreign language teaching or special texts and topics not normally offered through regular courses. May not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Elementary I and II college-level courses or equivalent. As needed.
Credits: 2-4 hours
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GERMAN 290      Special Intermediate German Topics II
Continuation of GERMAN 280. May not be repeated for credit. As needed.
Credits: 2-4 hours
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GERMAN 300      CC: The Other Europe
This cluster course addresses a crucial, if often overlooked arena of history and culture: East-Central Europe. Open to all undergraduates, this course will explore the challenges of geopolitics, modernization, Western influences, multiethnic societies, and collective memory. Cross-listed with HISTORY 400cz.
Credits: hours
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GERMAN 301      Introduction To Literary Studies
An introduction to the study of the different genres of German literature and techniques of criticism. Readings include representative works of major authors from various periods. Strongly recommended for all majors. To be taken before or concurrently with other literature courses. Odd numbered years, Spring. Taught in German.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 305      Current Events In Germany
This course focuses on contemporary issues in Germany such as politics, the economy, foreign affairs, culture, science, education, etc. Various television news programs, news magazines, and newspapers will be the primary sources of information in this course. Prerequisites: GERMAN 221 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 306      Aspects Of Contemporary German Culture (Conducted In German)
The goal of the course is to familiarize the student with various aspects of contemporary culture in the German-speaking countries (Germany, Switzerland, Austria). The class will be structured around lectures, guest lectures, audiovisual presentations and discussions, emphasizing crosscultural comparisons.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 307      From The Middle Ages To The Baroque
The goal of this course is to introduce students to the history of German literature from the Middle Ages to the Baroque, emphasizing the historical and social context and the development of various genres. Prerequisite: GERMAN 221 or equivalent . Offered: On Demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 308      From The Enlightenment Through The 19Th Century
The goal of this course is to introduce students to the history of German literature from the Enlightenment through the 19th century, emphasizing the historical and social context and the development of various genres. Prerequisite: GERMAN 221 or equivalent. Offered: On demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 310      Classical Period Of German Literature
Readings in the late 18th and 19th centuries with emphasis on Goethe and Schiller.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 313      CC: Intro to German Studies
This cluster course explores major themes in German culture, history, and philosophy from the medieval period to the present. Concentrating on primary sources in English translation also introduces students to the methodologies of German Studies. German language ability not required, but class can count toward German major for students who do the written work in German. Cross-listed as History 400GS. Prerequisites: English 110 or History 206.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 315      Intermediate Conversation And Composition I
Practice in speaking and writing German; emphasis on idiomatic usage. Required for major. Prerequisite: GERMAN 221 or equivalent. Fall semester.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 325      Intermediate Conversation And Composition II
Continuation of GERMAN 315. Required for major. Prerequisite: German 315. Winter semester.
Credits: 3 hours
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GERMAN 340      Society And Literature In 20Th-Century Germany
Conducted in English with English translations. Literary currents and figures in 20th-century Germany against their social and political background, from the turn of the century to the postwar period. Reading and discussion of major works by such authors as Thomas Mann, Hesse, Kafka, Rilke, Brecht, Boll, Grass, Hochhuth and Weiss. Open to students of all disciplines. (Not for major credit in German).
Credits: 3 hours
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