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JPNS 050A: Basic Japanese Conversation and Culture

Course Description

This course is designed for those desiring a basic, practical conversational approach to learning a language. This course emphasizes conversation and vocabulary-building with a minimum of grammar. A variety of classroom activities give the student the opportunity to actively use the language while studying it. Cultural topics center on everyday life in Japan today (food, customs and traditions, the family, etc.). This course may enhance employment skills for people who conduct business with foreign countries.

Units: 3

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Transferable to both UC and CSU

Course Details

  • Grade Options: Letter Grade, Pass/No Pass
  • In-Class Lecture Hours: 48 – 54
  • In-Class Lab Hours: 0

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Transferable to both UC and CSU
  • WVC GE: Area A-3: Arts & Humanities
  • CSU GE: Area C2 - Humanities
Last Updated 6/28/24