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Please see the section on Course Description Symbols and Terms in the University Catalog for an explanation of course description terminology and symbols, the course numbering system, and course credit units. All courses are lecture and discussion and employ letter grading unless otherwise stated. Some prerequisites may be waived with faculty permission. Many syllabi are available on the Chico Web.

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SUBJ NUM Title Sustainable Units Semester Offered Course Flags
GERM 101 First-Semester German   4.0 FS  GE
Introduction to German language and culture. Emphasis on the fundamental skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. 3 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. (004199)
GERM 102 Second-Semester German   4.0 FS  GE
Prerequisite: GERM 101 or equivalent.
Continuation of GERM 101. Emphasis on the fundamental skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. 3 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. (004201)
GERM 198 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Department permission.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours discussion. (004210)
GERM 199 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 FS  
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (020496)
GERM 201 Third-Semester German   4.0 FS  GE
Prerequisite: GERM 102 or equivalent.
Reviewing and expanding of language skills and cultural concepts introduced in GERM 101 and GERM 102. This course includes composition and reading. 3 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. (004204)
GERM 202 Fourth-Semester German   4.0 FS  GE
Prerequisite: GERM 201 or equivalent.
Reviewing and expanding of language skills and cultural concepts introduced in GERM 101, GERM 102, and GERM 201. This course includes composition and reading. 3 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. (004203)
GERM 298 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 FS  
3 hours lecture. (020314)
GERM 299 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (020586)
GERM 301 Composition and Conversation   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
See description below. 3 hours discussion. (004211)
GERM 302 Composition and Conversation   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
See description below. 3 hours discussion. (004212)
GERM 303 Composition and Conversation   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
GERM 301 - GERM 303: Review of grammar and syntax; vocabulary-building practice in conversation; synopses of short stories and compositions in German. Emphasis on accuracy in grammar and expression. These courses are non-sequential. 3 hours discussion. (004213)
GERM 325 Linguistics of Modern German   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
Study and practice of the phonology, morphology, and syntax of modern German. Contrastive analysis of the sounds of German and English. 3 hours discussion. (004215)
GERM 330 German Culture and Civilization   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
A survey of some of the great figures and periods of German art, literature, music, and public life which have made significant contributions to the development of civilization in German-speaking countries. 3 hours discussion. (004216)
GERM 340 Introduction to German Literature   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
An introduction to selected works of prose, lyric, and drama. Includes early German literature through the eighteenth century. 3 hours discussion. (004217)
GERM 345 Introduction to German Literature   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: GERM 202 or equivalent.
An introduction to selected works of prose, lyric, and drama. Includes nineteenth- and twentieth-century German literature. 3 hours discussion. (004218)
GERM 390W Contemporary Issues in the German-Speaking World (W)   3.0 FS  W
This course is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary for researching, understanding and discussing current issues of relevance to German speakers. Through the exploration and critical examination of contemporary issues and events in such areas as education, technology, society, the environment, politics, economics and law, you will become more familiar with contemporary German (Austrian, Swiss) culture while simultaneously improving your ability to understand, speak, and write German. As a result of this course, you will be better prepared to engage with native speakers on topics of immediate cultural and personal relevance. 3 hours discussion. This is an approved Writing Course. (021047)
GERM 392 German-Speaking Regions   3.0 FS  
Prerequisite: GERM 202.
Despite the push toward a united Europe, regionalism permeates German culture. There has even been a revival in regionalism as a response to the consolidation of the European continent. In this course, you will learn about the origin of regional differences and their current manifestations (dialect, attitudes, local customs, food, attire, etc.) and explore the issue of regional vs. state and national identity. You will have a better understanding of Germans' attitudes toward each other and become familiar with some common cultural references. You will gain an awareness of some of the intricacies of German-speaking culture while simultaneously improving your ability to understand, speak, and write German. 3 hours lecture. (021097)
GERM 398 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Department permission.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 2 hours seminar. (004221)
GERM 399 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (004222)
GERM 430 Topics in German Culture & Society   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisite: GERM 201 or faculty permission.
Study of selected historical and contemporary cultural issues through the exploration of text and multimedia sources. Content varies. Topics are announced each semester offered. 3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units. (021816)
GERM 450 Topics in German Literature   3.0 INQ  
Prerequisite: GERM 201 or Instructor permission)
Study of selected works, themes, movements, genres, or authors in German literature. Content varies. Topics are announced each semester offered. 3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units. (021815)
GERM 480 Topics in German Cinema   3.0 INQ  
Course is taught in English; films in German with English subtitles. Study of selected films, themes, periods, genres, or directors in German cinema. Content varies. Topics are announced each semester offered. 3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units. (021817)
GERM 489 Internship   1.0 -3.0 FS  
9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (020025)
GERM 497W Writing Proficiency (W)   3.0 FS  GW  W
Prerequisites: GE Written Communication (A2) requirement; upper-division standing; completion of 6 units GERM 301, GERM 302, GERM 303; GERM 340 and GERM 345, or equivalent.
This course allows students the opportunity to bring together a body of knowledge in German and to solidity it by analyzing and drawing conclusions from a variety written in German and to write arguments about them in English of sources Writing essays in English for different sorts of potential audiences. Students have ample opportunity to progress towards professional level writing so that students demonstrate writing proficiency in English about German. 3 hours discussion. This is an approved Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement course; a grade of C- or higher certifies writing proficiency for majors. This is an approved Writing Course. (004220)
GERM 498 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: Department permission.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours lecture. (004233)
GERM 499 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. 3 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (004234)
GERM 499H Senior Honors Thesis or Project   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
Prerequisites: Junior standing, acceptance into German Honors in the major, GERM 497W (may be taken concurrently).
Independent study resulting in a piece of scholarly or creative work involving substantial research and public presentation. Research and writing are done under supervision of a faculty advisor over two semesters. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. (022064)
GERM 697 Independent Study   1.0 -3.0 FS  
9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. (004236)
GERM 698 Special Topic   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Department permission.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours seminar. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units. (004235)
GERM 699P Master's Project   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: See the department secretary.
This course is offered for 1.0-3.0. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (020179)
GERM 699T Masters Study   1.0 -3.0 FS  
9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (004237)
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