2012-2013 Academic Catalog 
    
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2012-2013 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CHIN 103 - Intermediate Chinese I

Type of Course: Lecture, Discussion
Covers the basic grammatical structures employed in modern vernacular Chinese and sufficient vocabulary and cultural background to engage comfortably in the most common types of social interaction in today’s China and Taiwan. By the end of CHIN 104, students will possess the necessary tools to read essays and articles on current social issues, view programs and films in Mandarin, and discuss the content, in both written and oral form. Completion of CHIN 103 is a prerequisite for participation in Clark’s study-abroad program in Beijing.

Prerequisites: CHIN 102 or permission.

Placement Guidelines
Please visit the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures for the language placement guidelines.