Introduces students to short conversations in Standard (Mandarin) Chinese while laying foundations for further studies of the language. Includes standard pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and writing simple statements. Explores the systems of language and culture of the Chinese people. 4 SH.

Continuation of CHNS-101. Introduces students to short conversations in Standard (Mandarin) Chinese while laying foundations for further studies of the language. Includes standard pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and writing simple statements. Explores the systems of language and culture of the Chinese people. 4 SH. Prerequisite: CHNS-101 or equivalent department-approved proficiency. CC: Foreign Language.

Review and expansion of elementary-level skills to intermediate level. Focus on developing skills needed to improve: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Topics include culture and civilization with emphasis on current issues, comparisons to own cultures, and interdisciplinary perspectives. Prerequisite: CHNS-102 or equivalent department-approved proficiency. 4 SH.

This is the second part of Intermediate Chinese. It aims to provide students with an authentic and effective language environment and help create a fun Chinese learning experience. It covers four chapters of the textbook on topics such as “sports,” “travel,” “at the airport,” and “new semester.” Students will continue to develop their skills in Chinese by mastering approximately 150 new characters, more complicated expressions, and more advanced grammar. By completing this course, students should be able to communicate with others in the above mentioned daily life situations, read materials of moderate difficulty, and write simple compositions related to the topics. Students will also achieve a better understanding of Chinese culture. Prerequisite: CHNS-201 or equivalent department-approved proficiency. 4 SH.