German CoursesGER 101, 102 Elementary German I and II 4, 4 hours The basic structures of German. Students will learn to understand, speak, read, and write German at a beginner's level and gain awareness of the culture of German-speaking countries. Prerequisite for GER 102: GER 101, or consent of instructor. GER 105 Münster Preparation 1 hour This course prepares students accepted to the Münster Semester for the semester abroad. Prerequisite: acceptance to the Münster Program. GER 139, 239, 339, 439 Special Topics Credit arr. GER 185 First-year Seminar 4 hours A variety of seminars for first-year students offered each January term. GER 201 Intermediate German I 4 hours Completion of basic grammatical structures. Beginning composition and conversation through greater emphasis on the creative aspects of language use, i.e., speaking and writing. Prerequisite: GER 102 or equivalent. GER 202 Introduction to the Study of German Literature 4 hours Introduction to the study of German literature, with a focus on genre and literary forms of expression. Attention will also be given to conversation, composition, intermediate grammar review and refinement. Prerequisite: GER 201 or equivalent. (HEPT). GER 285 Directed Study 2, 4 hours An opportunity to pursue individualized or experiential learning with a faculty member in the January term, at the sophomore level, either within or outside the major. GER 342 German Culture 4 hours This course introduces students to the study of German history, culture, and society. It investigates selected trends and developments in contemporary German culture and examines their historical backgrounds. A special emphasis will be put on German media and film. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. GER 344 German Play 4 hours Brief survey of the German drama. Study of several representative modern plays. Emphasis on pronunciation and dramatic expression. Students will write and produce an original German play. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202 or equivalent. (HE, S) GER 345 Advanced Composition and Conversation 4 hours Emphasis on present-day German to increase students' fluency and ease of expression. The course is offered only in Münster, Germany, during the study-abroad program. Prerequisite: GER 202 or equivalent. (W, S) GER 346 German Literary History 4 hours This course offers an introduction to the history of literature in German, examining the development of what is now recognized as the German literary canon. Attention is given to the most important authors and their works, and to the emergence of major topics and genres over time. Fundamental concepts of analysis and criticism are presented and applied to lead the student to an informed appreciation of literary works. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202, or consent of instructor. (HEPT, Hist, W) GER 347 Introduction to Business German 4 hours Examination of current German business practices and communication. Emphasis on vocabulary acquisition, advanced grammar, and reading skills, as well as intercultural conduct in business situations. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. GER 375 Directed Readings 1, 2, or 4 hours Students who develop an interest in a specialized area of the discipline for which course offerings are limited may follow a prescribed reading list under the direction of a faculty member with expertise in that area. GER 385 Seminar Credit arr. GER 395 Independent Study 1, 2, or 4 hours GER 450 Masterpieces of German Literature 4 hours The course focuses on masterpieces of poetry, prose, and drama in German through 1900, with attention on the continuing impact of these works on modern German culture. May be repeated up to three times for credit under three different topics. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. Offered on a rotating basis. (HEPT, W, R) GER 453 The German Language 4 hours The course follows the history of the Germanic language family from Indo-European to the establishment of dialects such as Gothic, Old English, Old Norse, and Old High German, then concentrates on the history of the German language through Middle and New High German and the development of a standard language. It concludes with a study of modern dialects and the colloquial language. The course is offered only in Münster, Germany, during the study-abroad program. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. (Hist, S, R) GER 455 German Film and Media 4 hours This course explores the history and aesthetic qualities as well as the cultural and social aspects of German cinema since the 1920s, and examines the development and role of the media in German society. It provides students with a basic knowledge of the extensive body of cinematic work in German and with an understanding of the media landscape in past and present Germany. The influence of American mass culture, and the place of German film and media in and outside of Europe will be explored. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. (HEPT, Hist Intcl, W) GER 460 Contemporary German Literature and Culture 4 hours A course with rotating topics on German literature and culture, with emphasis on texts of the 20th and 21st century. Study in depth of a particular topic as seen through primary texts, with special attention given to contemporary texts and topics. Significant practice in writing, including a research project, and assessment of speaking skills. May be repeated up to three times for credit under three different topics. Offered on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GER 202 and any 300 level course, or consent of instructor. (HEPT, W, R) GER 467 Applied Business German 4 hours While in Germany, students will gain firsthand experience in the German business world by visiting corporations and administrative institutions. Excursions to businesses and to state and federal entities. The course is offered only in Münster, Germany, during the study-abroad program. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor. (Intcl, S) GER 485 Seminar Credit arr. GER 490 Senior Project 1, 2, or 4 hours GER 493 Senior Honors Project 4 hours A yearlong independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A-" or "A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement. |