Courses in French
1301/1311 French I (3-0). Introduction to basic structures and usage of modern French. The emphasis is on development of basic French vocabulary and grammar, accuracy of pronunciation, theacquisition of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and the introduction of cultural elements.1302/1312 French II (3-0). A sequel to French 1301. Prerequisite: French 1301 or equivalent.
2311/2311 French III (3-0). An expansion of the language skills acquired in French 1301 and 1302. Strengthening of basic structures and introduction of more complex structures. The course will increase accuracy in listening, speaking, reading and writing French, and promote knowledge of cultural background. Prerequisite: French 1302 or equivalent.
2312/2312 French IV (3-0). Fourth-semester capstone course organized around grammatical topics and cultural issues. Review and expansion of structural aspects, reading and discussion of selected French texts, and continued practice in composition and conversation. Prerequisite: French 2311 or equivalent.
2372 French and Francophone Literature in Translation (3-0). Survey of major trends in French and Francophone literature since 1600. Emphasis on comprehension and appreciation of important intellectual achievements. Readings and discussions in English. Course can be used to fulfill the Humanities requirement. Course does not fulfill the sophomore literature requirement of the core curriculum. Course does not fulfill the sophomore language requirement in French. Not applicable to the French major.
3311, 3312 Advanced French Grammar, Conversation, and Composition (3-0). Designed to develop the student's comprehension of oral and written French. Course includes extensive reading in French civilization. Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
3323 French Literature of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries (3-0). Development and character of French classicism and the origins of Romanticism. Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
3332 French Civilization (3-0). A survey of the cultural institutions of France, its geography, industries,cities and provinces, government, education, and lifestyle. Designed to provide a better understanding of the French people and their culture. Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
4321 French Romanticism and Realism of the Nineteenth Century (3-0). The flowering of Romanticism and the beginnings of Realism. Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
4327 Contemporary French Literature (3-0). Trends in the contemporary French novel. The literature of action, existentialist fiction, and the new novel. Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
4381 Special Topics (3-0). Selected topics in French. (May be repeated once for credit when topic varies.) Prerequisite: French 2312 or equivalent, or consent of department head.
4391 Research. A specialized course which may be directed reading or research for superior students majoring in French.