Courses and Programs 1995-1997
Courses and Programs 1995-1997Rus 101. Elementary Russian. (4-1) Cr. 4. F. Introduction to the Russian language, grammar and syntax. Practice in the four basic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) within the context of Russian culture. Materials fee. Credit by examination (test out exams) in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the department is normally not available.
Rus 102. Elementary Russian. (4-1) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: 102: 101. Introduction to the Russian language, grammar and syntax. Practice in the four basic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) within the context of Russian culture. Materials fee. Credit by examination (test out exams) in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the department is normally not available.
Rus 160. Accelerated Beginning Russian. (8-2) Cr. 8. S.SS. Prereq: 2 to 3 years experience in another foreign language. Rapid introduction to written and spoken Russian within the context of Russian culture; accelerated approach to grammar and syntax. Intended for students with proven ability to learn language rapidly. Materials fee.
Rus 201. Intermediate Russian. (4-1) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: 102 or 160. Thorough review of grammar and growth of vocabulary. Selected readings. Continued use of the four basic skills. Materials fee. Credit by examination (test out exams) in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the department is normally not available.
Rus 202. Intermediate Russian. (4-1) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: 201. Thorough review of grammar and growth of vocabulary. Selected readings. Continued use of the four basic skills. Materials fee. Credit by examination (test out exams) in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures for courses numbered 101, 102, 201, and 202 is available only to students who are not currently enrolled in the course. Credit by examination for other courses in the department is normally not available.
Rus 301. Composition and Conversation. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 202. Thorough study of the Russian language, with emphasis on strengthening proficiency in writing, speaking, reading, and listening. Increased focus on syntax and word formation. Materials fee.
Rus 302. Composition and Conversation. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 301. Thorough study of the Russian language, with emphasis on strengthening proficiency in writing, speaking, reading, and listening. Increased focus on syntax and word formation. Materials fee.
Rus 321. Russian Civilization. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. Yr., offered F 1996. Prereq: 202. Topics selected from the history, art, architecture, music, and geography of Russia.
Rus 322. Russian Civilization. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. Yr., offered S 1997. Prereq: 202. Topics selected from the history, art, architecture, music, and geography of Russia.
Rus 370. Russian Literature in English Translation. (3-0) Cr. 3. Study of a particular period, theme, genre, or author. Topics chosen in light of student and faculty interests. Readings, discussions, and written work in English. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Materials fee.
Rus 395. Study Abroad. Cr. arr. 1 to 6. Prereq: 2 years university-level Russian. Supervised instruction in language and culture of the Soviet Union; formal class instruction at level appropriate to student's training augmented by practical living experience.
Rus 401. Advanced Composition and Conversation. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 302. Intensive practice in composition and conversation with emphasis on mastery of listening skills. Development of idiomatic usage and effective expression of ideas. Increased emphasis on vocabulary building, grammatical correctness, and compatibility of style and content. Open to graduate students for minor graduate credit only.
Rus 402. Advanced Composition and Conversation. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 401. Intensive practice in composition and conversation with emphasis on mastery of listening skills. Development of idiomatic usage and effective expression of ideas. Increased emphasis on vocabulary building, grammatical correctness, and compatibility of style and content. Open to graduate students for minor graduate credit only.
Rus 441. Literary Masterpieces of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 202. Study of representative works by leading authors of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Open to graduate students for minor graduate credit only.
Rus 442. Literary Masterpieces of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 202. Study of representative works by leading authors of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Open to graduate students for minor graduate credit only.
Rus 490. Independent Study. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken. Prereq: 6 credits in Russian and permission of department chair. No more than 9 credits of Rus 490 may be counted toward graduation. Designed to meet the needs of students who seek work in areas other than those in which courses are offered, or who desire to integrate a study of literature or language with special problems in major fields. Open to graduate students for minor graduate credit only.
Rus 590. Special Topics in Russian. Cr. 2 to 4 each time taken. Prereq: Permission of instructor; 6 credits of 400 level Russian.
A. Literature or Literary Criticism
B. Linguistics
C. Language Pedagogy
D. Civilization