Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.

The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.

The exchange of scholarly information and/or secondary research, usually in a small group setting.Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons. Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants.

The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.

Major trends and traditions in the arts, literatures and languages, religions and philosophies of China.

This course is the second semester of Beginning Chinese for Professionals. It will continue with foundations in basic Chinese language in a business context. As in CHN 107, more emphasis will be placed on speaking and listening. Topics include introducing products, dinner invitations, going out in the evening, asking for directions, shopping and farewells. At the end of the course students will be able to engage in conversations with their co-workers in a company, their business partners, and their clients.

This course is designed for students who have career plans of doing business in China, Hong Kong or Taiwan. No previous Chinese background is required. The course will give students a foundation of basic Chinese language in a business context. While all four skills (speaking, reading, listening and writing) will be covered, more emphasis will be placed on speaking and listening. Topics include introducing oneself and family, meeting the company manager, inquiring about someone's profession, making appointments, and visiting a company. At the end of the course students will be able to engage in simple conversations with their co-workers in a company, their business partners, and their clients. This course does not satisfy the foreign language requirement. It also does not count towards required language units for EAS major or minor.

Introduction to modern spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin) for non-native speakers. Native speakers may not take this course.

Introduction to modern spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin) for non-native speakers. Native speakers may not take this course.