French ( FREN )

TG FREN 200	Beginner's French I
Starting with the alphabet, you progress to learning the basic elements and structures of the French language. Using cassette tapes, computer programs, and videos, you will comprehend, speak, read, and write French in everyday situations. Cultural aspects in various French-speaking countries are introduced. Dialogues and group discussions improve conversational skills and general fluency. Not open if you have credit in FREN 30 or FREN 31 unless with consent of the Dean. .
Hours: 70 hrs (4-1)
Credits: 4
TG FREN 202	Beginner's French II
Prerequisite: FREN 200 or consent of the Dean.
Continuation of FREN 200 and a preparation for FREN 219. Basic vocabulary and grammatical structures are introduced. Instruction is provided in pronunciation, oral expression, reading and writing. Comprehension and communication skills are practiced in dialogues and discussion groups. You are introduced to cultural aspects of interest to those travelling or living in various francophone countries of the world.
Hours: 70 hrs (4-1)
Credits: 4
TG FREN 219	First Year University: French I
Prerequisite: FREN 30 or FREN 31 or FREN 202, or consent of the Dean.
You expand your abilities in spoken and written French and buildup your grammatical skills. Short texts from well-known francophone authors form a basis for study and discussion of cultural, personal, and universal themes. Through individual and group participation, this course prepares you for foreign travel or residence abroad and also for university programs such as Education, International Studies, and Commerce.
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1)
Credits: 3
TG FREN 221	First Year University: French II
Prerequisite: FREN 219 or consent of the Dean.
Continuation of FREN 219. You will have the opportunity to converse and communicate through individual and group presentations. You practice new grammatical structures and vocabulary and study and discuss short excerpts from francophone authors covering topics such as careers, travel, personal goals, and current issues. This course provides a good basis for the requirements of further university studies, federal institutions, and global corporations.
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1)
Credits: 3
TG FREN 319	Second Year University: French I
Prerequisite: FREN 221
Course further develops grammatical skills and provides a wider vocabulary. You study and discuss short texts, and practice writing descriptive, narrative and expository prose.
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1)
Credits: 3
TG FREN 321	Second Year University: French II
Prerequisite: FREN 319 or consent of the Dean.
This course is a continuation of FREN 319 and refines grammatical accuracy and fluency in speaking and writing.
Hours: 56 hrs (3-1T)
Credits: 3