French (FREN)

FREN 101  Introductory French I  (3)  

An introduction to the sounds, structures and dynamics of the French language. The student is expected to acquire a basic vocabulary, a command of the most common indicative verb patterns, and a sound familiarity with the notions of gender, tense, and word-order.

Meets general education requirements: GE-Lang/Hist/CreaArt/Lit, GE-Social Awareness  
FREN 102  Introductory French II  (2)  
Prerequisite: FREN 101  

Is a continuation for FREN 101. This course aims at enlarging the students' vocabulary and command of verbal structures. Idiomatic expressions are introduced along with cultural and historical material. Class work involves pattern drills, simple conversations on personal and current topics.

Meets general education requirements: GE-Social Awareness  
FREN 201  Intermediate French I: Reading and Comprehension  (3)  
Prerequisite: FREN 102  

Emphasizes reading and writing and continues development of audio-lingual skills.

Meets general education requirements: GE-Lang/Hist/CreaArt/Lit, GE-Social Awareness  
FREN 202  Intermediate French II: Reading and Comprehension  (3)  
Prerequisite: FREN 201  

Continues work begun in Intermediate French I, including advanced conversational skills.

Meets general education requirements: GE-Lang/Hist/CreaArt/Lit, GE-Social Awareness  
FREN 294  Topics in French  (1-3)  
Prerequisite: FREN 102  

Is a title given to a course which covers broad themes, practices, and subject content not currently offered in the curriculum. This course is directed primarily at non-majors and may be used for general education where approved.

Meets general education requirements: GE-Social Awareness