German (GERM)

GERM 1000  - Basic Spoken German I  
(3 Credits)  
This is an introductory elective course for beginners emphasizing correct pronunciation and basic vocabulary for practical use in everyday conversational situations and travel dialogues. Students with no previous study of the language are prepared to use and understand it within a limited context and basic structure.

Lecture: 3 hours
  
GERM 1030  - Elementary German I  
(3 Credits)  
German 1030 is a faster paced version of German 1010. This course is suitable for students with previous experience i.e. Basic spoken German and /or other prior formal study of the language, prior formal study of another foreign language, or informal experience with a foreign language. The course covers elements of the language including: conversation, pronunciation, reading, writing, and grammar. Aspects of German-speaking cultures are also included. Note: Course content is the same as German 1010 with two fewer hours per week.

Lecture: 3 hours
  
Course completes the following requirements:
Gen.Ed. Ability 1B
Gen.Ed. Ability 4A
Humanities Requirement
Foreign Language Requirement
  
URI/RIC Transfer General Education Transfer Opportunity: Yes  
GERM 1040  - Elementary German II  
(3 Credits)  
This course is a continuation of GERM 1030. Note: Course content is the same as GERM 1020 with 2 less classroom hours per week.

Lecture: 3 hours
  
Prerequisite(s): GERM 1010 or GERM 1030
  
Course completes the following requirements:
Gen.Ed. Ability 1A
Gen.Ed. Ability 1B
Humanities Requirement
Foreign Language Requirement
  
URI/RIC Transfer General Education Transfer Opportunity: Yes  
GERM 2010  - Intermediate German I  
(3 Credits)  
This course helps students develop skill in reading and discussing German texts related to culture and literature. Course work is supplemented by further work in grammar, conversation and composition.

Lecture: 3 hours
  
Prerequisite(s): GERM 1020 or GERM 1040
  
Course completes the following requirements:
Gen.Ed. Ability 1B
Gen.Ed. Ability 4A
Humanities Requirement
Foreign Language Requirement
  
URI/RIC Transfer General Education Transfer Opportunity: Yes  
GERM 2020  - Intermediate German II  
(3 Credits)  
This is a continuation of Intermediate German I (GERM 2010)

Lecture: 3 hours
  
Prerequisite(s): GERM 2010
  
Course completes the following requirements:
Gen.Ed. Ability 1B
Gen.Ed. Ability 4A
Humanities Requirement
Foreign Language Requirement
  
URI/RIC Transfer General Education Transfer Opportunity: Yes