Foreign Languages: German Section

THE CURRICULUM

The courses listed below constitute the curriculum for German. The complete catalog description is included. Also consult the General Catalog for additional information. The list includes course prefix & number, title, and description.

Not all of the courses listed may be offered every semester or even every year (this is especially true of upper-level courses). For upper-level classes in particular see the rotation schedule. Consult a German faculty member and/or your advisor early for planning. Always check for current information with instructors and departments.

All classes are three semester (credit) hours unless indicated otherwise. Upper-level courses (3000/4000 numbers) are normally taught by the faculty listed in parentheses after the description.

GRMN 1001: Elementary German I
An introduction to the German language and the culture of the German-speaking world. Beginning of a survey of basic German grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing German. Some aspects of everyday life in the German-speaking world will also be introduced. No prerequisite.
GRMN 1002: Elementary German II
The second part of an introduction to the German language and the culture of the German-speaking world. Completion of a survey of basic German grammar and further development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing German. Some aspects of everyday life in the German-speaking world will also be introduced. Prerequisite: GRMN 1001 or equivalent.
GRMN 1060: Accelerated Elementary German
An accelerated introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German and to the culture of German-speaking regions. Completes the elementary levels of German in one semester. No prerequisite.
GRMN 2001: Intermediate German I
Building upon communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German), and cultural understanding, developed at the elementary level. Prerequisite: Elementary GRMN 1001 and GRMN 1002 or equivalent.
GRMN 2002: Intermediate German II
Continued focus on communication skills and cultural understanding. Prerequisite: GRMN 2001 or equivalent.
GRMN 2060: Accelerated Intermediate German
Accelerated intermediate German with continued work on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German and the culture of German-speaking region. Completes the intermediate levels of German in one semester. Prerequisite: Completion of GRMN 1002 or equivalent.
GRMN 2535: German Literature in Translation
A study of certain major German authors and some of their best works read in translation. Also includes a study of the authors of these works and the literary periods in which they were written. Students may not count this course for credit toward a major or minor in German. [Taught in English. Prerequisites: None.]

Prerequisites for all 3000 level classes (unless indicated otherwise): GRMN 2002 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.

GRMN 3030: Selected Topics in German (1-3 credit hours)
Study of a topic in German literature, culture, society, thought or language not included in the regular offering. Continued development of all five language competencies (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture). May be repeated for credit provided a new topic is studied.
GRMN 3130: Conversation & Phonetics [Johnson]
Vocabulary building and extensive practice of conversational skills in German through conversational settings. Contrastive analysis of the German and English sound systems and extensive oral practice to refine pronunciation.
GRMN 3132: German Grammar Review [Kurz]
Intensive review with extensive practice of German grammar, including advanced aspects.
GRMN 3134: Writing in German [Johnson]
Grammar review, basic instruction in stylistics, and extensive practice in writing, both short compositions and longer items.
GRMN 3231: Listening Skills in German [Kurz]
Presentation and discussion of select songs, radio plays, films, and similar texts and formats. Can be repeated for credit with different content.
GRMN 3330: German Language & Society [Kurz]
Presentation and discussion of various aspects of the German-speaking countries, including history, politics, business, and the arts.

Prerequisites for all 4000 level classes (unless indicated otherwise): two courses at the 3000 level or permission of the instructor.

GRMN 4030: Selected Topics in German (1-3 credit hours)
Study of a topic in German literature, culture, society, thought or language not included in the regular offering. Continued development of all five language competencies (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture). May be repeated for credit provided a new topic is studied.
GRMN 4230: Readings in German Literature
Presentation and discussion of German texts from all periods. Can be repeated for credit with different content.
GRMN 4330: German Culture & Civilization
Presentation and discussion of topics, issues, and events relevant to understanding the German-speaking countries. Can be repeated for credit with different content.
GRMN 4790: Internship in German (1-15 credit hours)
Internship in one or more German-speaking countries. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and department chair.
GRMN 4890: Directed Independent Study in German (1-15 credit hours)
Independent study under faculty supervision.

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