Course Descriptions—Language Studies
GER 101 Elementary German
The student with little or no previous training in German will become grounded in the language and gain some understanding of the culture of the German-speaking world. Successful completion of the course means that one will be able to understand and respond in common conversational situations, read straightforward prose, and write simple but correct German. Offered fall semesters.
Prerequisite: None.
Credits: 1
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GER 102 Elementary German
The student with little or no previous training in German will continue building in the language and gain more understanding of the culture of the German-speaking world. Successful completion of the course means that one will be able to understand and respond in common conversational situations, read straightforward prose, and write simple but correct German. Offered spring semesters.
Prerequisites: GER 101.
Credits: 1
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GER 201 Intermediate German
A thorough review of the fundamentals of the language. Concentration will be on continued growth in the active use of the language: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will read German texts which will reinforce the study of the language and the observation of the culture. Particular attention will be given to improving self-expression in German beyond the rudimentary level. Offered fall semesters.
Prerequisites: GER 102 or placement by examination.
Credits: 1
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GER 202 German Language and Culture
This course focuses on the active use of German. Its goals are to develop the student’s command of German through guided practice in the use of the language and to increase his understanding of German culture as reflected in the German language and life in the German-speaking world. Offered spring semesters.
Prerequisites: GER 201.
Credits: 1
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GER 301 German Conversation and Composition
This course focuses on the continued development of the student’s command of the German language and his understanding of the culture of the German-speaking world, with an emphasis on speaking and writing. Offered fall semesters.
Prerequisites: GER 202.
Credits: 1
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GER 312 Studies in German Culture
Studies in German Culture offers advanced study of a variety of elements of culture broadly conceived. Topics will vary and may include, but are not limited to, film, popular culture and arts. As they consider the connections among different disciplines and cultural contexts, students will develop the analytical tools and language specific to the interpretation of cultural moments and demonstrate those skills in interpretative essays and class discussion. May be retaken for credit if topic is different from previously taken course.
Prerequisite: GER 301 and 302.
Credits: 1
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GER 313 Studies in German Literature
Studies in German Literature offers advanced study of German literary genres, periods, and authors. Topics may vary. Students read and analyze texts to better understand the dialog between literature and historical, political, and social realities, as well as the connections between German and other literary traditions. Students will develop the analytical tools and language specific to the interpretation of a particular genre and demonstrate those skills in interpretative essays and class discussion. May be retaken for credit if topic is different from previously taken course.
Prerequisite: GER 301 and 302.
Credits: 1
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GER 314 Topics in German: History of Literature and Culture
This course surveys the development of German literature and culture in its historical context and provides students with an overview of important trends in intellectual history. The span of time covered will vary by semester, but in each case, students will survey major periods and movements through the critical examination of representative literary works and cultural documents. May be retaken for credit if topic is different from previously taken course.
Prerequisite: GER 301 and 302.
Credits: 1
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GER 376 Special Topics in German Language
These courses treat topics in German Language. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 476 Special Topics in German Language
These courses treat topics in German Language. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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Course Descriptions—Literature and Culture
GER 302 Introduction to Literature
This first course in the study of literature examines the workings of literature: style, form, structure, genre, symbolism, allusion, and metaphor. Introduction to the lexicon of literary criticism and the principles of literary theory. Required of majors. Offered spring semesters.
Prerequisite: GER 301.
Credits: 1
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GER 401 Senior Seminar in German
Special written and oral work for seniors returning from study in a German-speaking country and for those seniors with a comparable level of preparation. Vocabulary-building and refinement of oral and written expression. This course assumes a background in literary analysis and interpretation, as well as a good command of spoken and written German. Required for majors. Offered fall semesters.
Prerequisite: Senior status.
Credits: 1
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GER 176 Special Topics in German Language
These courses treat topics in German Language. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 177 Special Topics in German Literature and Culture
These courses treat topics in German language, literature, or culture. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 187 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 188 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 276 Special Topics in German Language
These courses treat topics in German Language. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 277 Special Topics in German Literature and Culture
These courses treat topics in German language, literature, or culture. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 287 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 288 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 377 Special Topics in German Literature and Culture
These courses treat topics in German language, literature, or culture. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 387 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 388 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 477 Special Topics in German
These courses treat topics in German language, literature, or culture. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and the department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 487 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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GER 488 Independent Study in German
Special topics in literature, language, or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will do the work.
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
Credits: 1 or 1/2
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