CHIN 1120 - Beginning Chinese II

Goals: To introduce students to 400 individual Chinese characters and to basic vocabulary and grammar; to enable students to do simple translation and make conversation.

Content: Reading, writing, speaking and listening are all equally emphasized in this course. The vocabulary covered includes words for familiar topics and those that deal with everyday situations.

Taught: Annually, in spring term

Language placement: The department recommends that students complete CHIN 1110 before taking this course. Otherwise, students should do the online placement assessment for Chinese and contact the course instructor for placement advice.

Credits: 4