Course Descriptions: French

101 First Course in French 5 hours, 5 units
Advisory: English 50 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit French 100.
This is an entry-level course designed to introduce students to the French language and cultures of the French-speaking world. In this interactive course, students use the language by speaking, listening, reading, and writing at the novice level. Basic language structures and vocabulary for communication are examined and explored in French. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.

102 Second Course in French 5 hours, 5 units
Prerequisite: French 101 with a grade of "C" or better, or two years of high school French, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for French 100.
A continuation of French 101. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.

201 Third Course in French 5 hours, 5 units
Prerequisite: French 102 with a grade of "C" or better, or three years of high school French, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for French 199 or 200.
A continuation of French 102. A continuation of grammar, and abundant exercises in hearing, speaking, reading and writing French. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.
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202 Fourth Course in French 5 hours, 5 units
Prerequisite: French 201 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for French 200.
A continuation of French 201. Transfer Credit: CSU

210 The Grammar of Spoken French I 3 hours, 3 units
Prerequisite: French 102 with a grade of "C" or better, or three years of high school French, or equivalent.
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in French 201. French 210 is designed to give students abundant practice in developing oral and written fluency in the language.
Topics providing basis for discussion and prepared talks will include everyday life situations, current events and French culture. (NOTE: Although French 210 may be taken after the completion of French 102, or three years of high school French, majors and minors are advised to take French 210 concurrently with French 201, if possible.) Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.

211 The Grammar of Spoken French II 3 hours, 3 units
Prerequisite: French 210 with a grade of "C" or better, or three years of high school French, or equivalent.
French 211 is a continuation of French 210 at a more advanced level. (NOTE: French majors and minors are advised to take French 211 concurrently with French 202, if possible.) Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC.
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280 French Reading Seminar 3 hours, 2 units
Guided reading in French literature adapted to individual interests and needs: novels, short stories, poetry, newspapers and magazines. Discussed in French by students during class. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC transfer limitations. See a counselor.

290 Independent Study Hours by Arrangement; 1-3 units
Limitation on Enrollment: Enrollment in an approved related course; Must obtain an Add Code from instructor for registration.
For intermediate students who wish to work on special projects. This course may be taken four times with different content for a maximum of six units. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.; UC transfer limitations. See a counselor.

296 Individual Instruction in French 3 hours lab, 1 unit
Credit/No Credit Only
Limitation on Enrollment: Enrollment in an approved related course; Must obtain an Add Code from instructor for registration.
Uses self-paced, multimedia systems to help students reach specific learning objectives and is designed to be an adjunct course to designated courses. Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.

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