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command of specific grammatical points. Short written works are assigned. Includes a regularly
scheduled language lab one hour per week. P—FRH 153 or equivalent.
221. Introduction to Translation. (3h) Introduction to translation strategies through theory and
practice. Emphasis is on translation of a broad variety of texts, including different literary and
journalistic modes. Attention is given to accuracy in vocabulary, structures, forms, and to cultural
concerns. P—FRH 219 or POI.
222. French Phonetics. (3h) Study of the principles of standard French pronunciation, with emphasis
on their practical application as well as on their theoretical basis.
281. French Independent Study. (1.5h-3h) P—POD.
319. Advanced Grammar and Stylistics. (3h) Review and application of grammatical structures
for the refinement of writing techniques. Emphasis is on the use of French in a variety of
discourse types. Attention is given to accuracy and fluency of usage in the written language.
P—FRH 219 or equivalent or POI.
329. Introduction to Business French. (3h) Introduction to the use of French in business. Emphasizes
oral and written practices, reading, and French business culture, as well as a comprehensive
analysis of different business topics and areas. P—FRH 219 or POI.
330. Advanced Business French. (3h) Development of advanced skills in French for business.
Emphasis is on oral and written business presentations, reading comprehension of case studies
related to the French business world, and cross-cultural awareness. P—FRH 329 or POI.
360. Cinema and Society. (3h) Study of French and francophone cultures through cinema. Readings
and films may include film as artifact, film theory, and film history. P—FRH 215 or POI.
(CD)
363. Trends in French Poetry. (3h) Study of the development of the poetic genre with analysis
and interpretation of works from each period. P—FRH 215 or POI.
364. French Prose Fiction. (3h) Broad survey of French prose fiction, with critical study of several
masterpieces in the field. P—FRH 215 or POI.
365. French Drama. (3h) Study of the chief trends in French dramatic art, with reading and discussion
of representative plays from selected periods: Baroque, Classicism, and Romanticism,
among others. P—FRH 215 or POI.
370. Seminar in French Studies. (3h) In-depth study of particular aspects of selected literary and
cultural works from different genres and/or periods. Topics vary from semester to semester.
Required for major. Can be repeated for credit. P—FRH 215 or POI. (CD)
375. Special Topics. (1.5h or 3h) Selected themes and approaches to French literature transcending
boundaries of time and genre. Topics to be chosen by staff in consultation with majors prior
to the term the course is offered. May be repeated once for credit. P—FRH 215 or POI.
390. Directed Reading. (1.5h) Required for honors in French.
391. Directed Research. (3h) Extensive reading and/or research to meet individual needs. Required
for departmental honors. P—POD.
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