Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 - Immaculata University

FREN 310 French Stylistics: Composition (3)
Concentrated study of the elements of grammar and expression
through the imitation of selected passages and the writing of various
forms of original composition: essay, instruction, narration,
description, correspondence, and poetry. (Prerequisite: FREN 202
or instructor’s approval)
FREN 311 The Feminine Face of France (3)
A study of French women, past and present, and their impact
upon our times. Offered in French or English.
FREN 312 Advanced Conversation (3)
Intensive group discussions and oral reports revolving around
current themes and issues. Emphasis on oral proficiency and use of
specialized vocabulary and idioms. Laboratory work required.
(Prerequisite: FREN 309 or instructor’s approval)
FREN 313 Modern French Theater (3)
A study of modern French theater from the middle of the twentieth
century to the present day. (Prerequisite: FREN 309, 310, and one
upper-division French literature course or instructor’s approval)
FREN 323 French for Careers (3)
Specialized French language for careers in industry, government,
and service to respond to the needs of international transactions in
the French-speaking world. (Prerequisites: FREN 309, 310 or
instructor’s approval) Offered in alternate years.
FREN 325 Field Experience I (1-3)
Supervised and directed placement in language-related areas of
business, industry, government, law, commerce, or community
service. Log and analyses are prepared by the student and evaluated
by the cooperating agency or institution and the faculty director.
(Departmental approval required)
FREN 326 Field Experience II (1-3)
Supervised and directed placement in language-related areas of
business, industry, government, law, commerce, or community
service. Log and analyses are prepared by the student and evaluated
by the cooperating agency or institution and the faculty director.
(Departmental approval required)
FREN 327 Literary Thought/Expression I (3)
Analysis of literary trends and tenets from the Middle Ages to
the French Revolution. Emphasis on major genres and authors and
their legacy to contemporary society. (Prerequisites: FREN 309, 310
or instructor’s approval)
FREN 329 Literary Thought/Expression II (3)
Survey of literary trends from the beginning of the 19th century
to the present. Emphasis on great literary figures who reflect and
influence contemporary thought and expression. (Prerequisites:
FREN 309, 310 or instructor’s approval)
FREN 331 Culture/Readings: Prehistoric-Rev (3)
Taught in seminar mode, this course is the study of the historical
and cultural background of early France from prehistoric times to
the French Revolution with independent readings and discussion of
major authors of the 17th and 18th centuries. (Prerequisites: FREN
309, 310 or instructor’s approval) Offered in alternate years.
FREN 336 La Francophonie (3)
Study of the geography and cultures of the French-speaking
world. Independent readings and discussion of major Francophone
authors and the social and political issues reflected in their work.
(Prerequisite: FREN 309, 310 or instructor’s approval)
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FREN 337 Culture/Readings: 19th Century (3)
Taught in seminar mode, this course includes independent
readings and discussion of major authors of the 19th century and
their importance in the literary and cultural development of postrevolutionary
France. (Prerequisites: FREN 309, 310 or instructor’s
approval) Offered in alternate years.
FREN 339 Contemporary Culture/Readings (3)
Taught in seminar mode, this course is the study of
contemporary issues, culture and civilization in France.
Independent readings and discussion of major 20th century French
authors. (Prerequisites: FREN 309, 310 or instructor’s approval)
Offered in alternate years.
FREN 401 Independent French Studies I (1-3)
Individual research under the guidance and supervision of a
member of the department. Approval of the chairperson is required.
FREN 402 Independent French Studies II (1-3)
Individual research under the guidance and supervision of a
member of the department. Approval of the chairperson is required.
Irish
IRL 101 Elementary Irish Language I (3)
Introduction to speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis on
pronunciation and basic grammar. Includes the study of Irish culture.
IRL 102 Elementary Irish Language II (3)
Continuation of speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis
on pronunciation and basic grammar. Includes the study of Irish
culture. (Prerequisite: IRL 101 or instructor’s approval)
IRL 201 Adv. Interm. Irish Language I (3)
Contemporary overview of Irish language, syntax, and grammar
with materials selected for exploring Irish culture. Emphasis on
development of student autonomy in Irish, especially in speaking
and writing. Laboratory work required.
IRL 202 Adv. Interm. Irish Language II (3)
Continuation of contemporary overview of Irish language,
syntax, and grammar with materials selected for exploring Irish
culture. Emphasis on development of student autonomy in Irish,
especially in speaking and writing. Laboratory work required.
(Prerequisite: IRL 201 or instructor’s approval)
Italian
ITA 101 Elementary Italian I (3)
Introduction to the four basic language skills: speaking, writing,
listening, reading. Emphasis on pronunciation and the fundamental
elements of verb and sentence structure. Laboratory work required.
ITA 102 Elementary Italian II (3)
Continuation of pronunciation and basic elements of verb and
sentence structure through oral and written exercises. Laboratory
work required. (Prerequisite: ITA 101 or instructor’s approval)
ITA 103 Intermediate Italian I (3)
Emphasis on review, expansion and refinement of vocabulary,
grammar and pronunciation. Exploration of Italian culture.
Laboratory work required.
ITA 104 Intermediate Italian II (3)
Continuation of review, expansion and refinement of vocabulary,
grammar and pronunciation in the context of Italian culture. Laboratory
work required. (Prerequisite: ITA 103 or instructor’s approval)