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Department of

Languages and Literatures

Chinese Courses

* Please read the placement policy of this department before enrolling in your first language class at USD.

CHIN 101 First Semester Chinese
CHIN 102 Second Semester Chinese 		CHIN 201 Third Semester Chinese
CHIN 202 Fourth Semester Chinese

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101 First Semester Chinese / 3 units
An introduction to the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with an emphasis on oral skills. This course is open only to those who have never studied Chinese, or who have not studied it in a considerable amount of time as determined by this department (see Web site).

102 Second Semester Chinese / 3 units
Continuation of the skills developed in CHIN 101. Increased practice in reading and writing. Acquisition of new vocabulary consolidated through conversation stressing the relationship between language and culture. Prerequisite: CHIN 101 or equivalent, or placement exam.

201 Third Semester Chinese / 3 units
Further development of language competence. Practice in oral and written Chinese at the intermediate level, with an emphasis on reading and basic composition. Continued acquisition of new vocabulary consolidated through conversation stressing the relationship between language and culture. This course satisfies the core curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: CHIN 102 or equivalent, or placement exam.

202 Fourth Semester Chinese / 3 units
Further development of language competence. Practice in oral and written Chinese at the intermediate level, with an emphasis on reading and basic composition. Continued acquisition of new vocabulary consolidated through conversation stressing the relationship between language and culture. Prerequisite: Chinese 201 or equivalent, or placement exam.