JAPN 1001. Elementary Japanese I. 4 Credit Hours.

Essential principles of Japanese grammar and phonetics, acquisition of vocabulary through conversational exercises, video, and tape material. Introduction to the kana writing system. Humanities credit is awarded for JAPN 1001 upon successful completion of JAPN 1002 or JAPN 2001.

JAPN 1002. Elementary Japanese II. 4 Credit Hours.

Continuation of JAPN 1001. Introduction to kanji symbols.

JAPN 10X1. Trans Elementary Japanese I. 3 Credit Hours.

JAPN 10X2. Trans Elementary Japanese II. 3 Credit Hours.

JAPN 1813. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Permits a group of students to pursue areas of the Japanese language and culture not extensively treated in other courses.

JAPN 1814. Special Topics. 4 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 1815. Special Topics. 5 Credit Hours.

JAPN 1816. Special Topics. 6 Credit Hours.

Permits a group of students to pursue areas of the Japanese language and culture not extensively treated in other courses.

JAPN 1XXX. Japanese Elective. 1-21 Credit Hours.

JAPN 2001. Intermediate Japanese I. 3 Credit Hours.

Further principles of Japanese grammar and vocabulary. Introduction to different styles and levels of speech. More kanji.

JAPN 2002. Intermediate Japanese II. 3 Credit Hours.

Continuation of JAPN 2001.

JAPN 2694. Internship Assistantship. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Modern Language Undergraduate Internship for pay for freshmen and sophomores, by permit only. The internship experience must be at a unit or agency approved by the School of Modern Language.

JAPN 2695. Undergraduate Internship. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Modern Language Undergraduate Internship for credit for freshmen and sophomores, by permit only. The internship experience must be at a unit or agency approved by the School of Modern Languages.

JAPN 2698. Research Assistantship. 1-12 Credit Hours.

Independent research conducted under the guidance of a faculty member.

JAPN 2699. Undergraduate Research. 1-12 Credit Hours.

Independent research conducted under the guidance of a faculty member.

JAPN 2813. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 2XXX. Japanese Elective. 1-21 Credit Hours.

JAPN 3001. Advanced Japanese I. 3 Credit Hours.

Learn advanced grammar structures and develop the ability to produce longer conversations involving complex styles and levels of speech. More kanji.

JAPN 3401. Popular Culture in Japan. 3 Credit Hours.

This course introduces students to Japanese society, history, and language through popular culture. Repeatable for credit if taken with different course theme. Taught in English.

JAPN 3500. Intermediate Japanese Reading and Writing. 3 Credit Hours.

This course enhances students’ literacy through reading and writing exercises while cultivating insights into current Japanese socio-cultural issues. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 3691. Technical and Scientific Japanese. 3 Credit Hours.

Reading of intermediate/advanced technical and scientific Japanese texts. Analysis and discussion of scientific issues in society. Part of the Japanese intensive summer language program. Admission by application only.

JAPN 3692. Business Japanese. 3 Credit Hours.

Acquisition of business terminology, protocols, decorum strategies, and improvement of oral communication skills. Reading and writing of notes, correspondence, and reports. Part of the Japanese intensive summer language program. Admission by application only.

JAPN 3693. Japan Today. 3 Credit Hours.

Development of awareness toward cultural differences and potential communication problems through exploration of current socio-economic and corporate-cultural issues in Japan. Part of the Japanese intensive summer language program. Admission by application only.

JAPN 3694. Conversation Practicum. 3 Credit Hours.

Students practice conversations with native Japanese speakers to expand the repertoire of active vocabulary and grammar patterns and improve their conversational skills. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 3700. Japanese Readings on Sustainability Issues and Societal Changes. 3 Credit Hours.

Through extensive and intensive readings on sustainability and social changes in Japan, students will analyze and evaluate those topics in Japanese. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 3811. Special Topics. 1 Credit Hour.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 3812. Special Topics. 2 Credit Hours.

JAPN 3813. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 3823. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 3833. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 3XXX. Japanese Elective. 1-21 Credit Hours.

JAPN 4113. Advanced reading and Listening in Japanese. 3 Credit Hours.

This course introduces advanced grammar and stylistic and idiomatic expressions in Japanese in both written and spoken contexts on a wide range of topics.

JAPN 4123. Technical and Business Japanese Translation. 3 Credit Hours.

This is an applied language course that provides practical experience in translating technical and business documents to and from Japanese.

JAPN 4163. Introduction to Japanese Literature and Culture. 3 Credit Hours.

This is an introductory course in Japanese literature and culture where students read and interpret authentic literary texts and learn and discuss key cultural concepts. Conducted in Japanese.

JAPN 4165. Critical Readings in Japanese Culture and Arts. 3 Credit Hours.

This course helps improve reading skills of advanced learners by analyzing various written texts on topics of culture and society. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4173. Japanese Culture and Society through Anime. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will be able to appreciate anime's significance in historical, societal and cultural contexts, as well as the aesthetic quality of its form. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4183. Japanese Culture and Society through Songs. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will be exposed to songs in different historical, societal and cultural contexts of Japan, and appreciate their aesthetic quality. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4193. Japanese Culture & Society through Documentaries. 3 Credit Hours.

The course explores Japanese culture, language, society, and history through documentary films. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4231. Designing Websites in Japanese. 3 Credit Hours.

This course provides instruction in text input in Japanese and explores language and intercultural communication issues when designing Web pages in Japanese. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4233. CALI Pedagogy for Japanese. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores pedagogical issues in designing Computer-Assisted Language Instruction (CALI) programs for teaching Japanese. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 4235. 3D RPG Development for Japanese Instruction. 3 Credit Hours.

This course explores pedagogical issues in designing Japanese instructional materials based on the 3D, RPG platform of Second Life. Taught primarily in Japanese. Prerequisites: JAPN 3002 (JAPN 4231 and JAPN 4233 are highly recommended).

JAPN 4500. Advanced Intercultural Seminar. 3 Credit Hours.

Integrates cross-cultural research and reflection into discussion of current issues in Japan. Intended for students who have had some study-abroad experience in Japan. Conducted mostly in Japanese.

JAPN 4543. Advanced Japanese for NLP Development. 3 Credit Hours.

This course will explore advanced linguistic, semantic and pragmatic issues unique to Japanese required for developing an NLP system of text-based Japanese.

JAPN 4694. Internship Assistantship. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Modern Language Undergraduate Internship for pay for junior and seniors, by permit only. The internship experience must be at a unit or agency approved by the School of Modern Languages.

JAPN 4695. Japanese Internship. 1-3 Credit Hours.

Professional experience with a business/organization in which students enhance their language skills and cultural knowledge in Japanese in relation to the practical goals/objectives of the entity.

JAPN 4698. Research Assistantship. 1-12 Credit Hours.

Independent research conducted under the guidance of a faculty member.

JAPN 4699. Undergraduate Research. 1-12 Credit Hours.

Independent research conducted under the guidance of a faculty member.

JAPN 4743. Japanese Society and Politics. 3 Credit Hours.

Surveys key aspects of Japanese society and politics through the use of Japanese language readings, films, and other instructional materials. Course taught mostly in Japanese. Crosslisted with INTA 4743.

JAPN 4750. Japanese Discourse and Grammar. 3 Credit Hours.

This course is about Japanese spoken and written discourse, designed for acquiring skills for managing interpersonal relationships through advanced discourse.

JAPN 4780. Japanese Applied Linguistics. 3 Credit Hours.

This course helps develop analytical skills to better understand human languages, particularly English and Japanese. Credit not allowed for both JAPN 4780 and LING 4780.

JAPN 4813. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of interest not covered in the regular course offerings.

JAPN 4823. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 4833. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest in Japanese.

JAPN 4901. Special Problems. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.

JAPN 4902. Special Problems. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Special problems course for advanced students. Topics to be arranged with instructor.

JAPN 4XXX. Japanese Elective. 1-21 Credit Hours.

JAPN 6080. Japanese Applied Linguistics for Graduate Students. 3 Credit Hours.

This course examines current linguistic theories as applied to Japanese in order to acquire analytical skills to better understand human languages, particularly Japanese and English.

JAPN 6173. Culture and Society through Anime. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will be able to appreciate anime's significance in historical, societal and cultural contexts, as well as the aesthetic quality of its form. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 6183. Songs: Culture & Society. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will be able to appreciate anime's significance in historical, societal and cultural contexts, as well as the aesthetic quality of its form. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 6193. Japanese Culture & Society through Documentaries. 3 Credit Hours.

The course explores Japanese culture, language, society, and history through documentary films. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 6231. Japanese Website Design. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will learn how social media is reshaping BSC communication in Japan and explore intercultural communication issues in designing Websites. Taught in Japanese.

JAPN 6252. Japanese Domestic Internship. 1-3 Credit Hours.

Students complete domestic internships. Conducted in Japanese. Online course. 3 credits.

JAPN 6500. Intercultural Seminar. 3 Credit Hours.

Integrates cross-cultural research and reflection into discussion of current issues in Japan. For students who have had some study/work-abroad experience in Japan. Conducted in Japanese.

JAPN 6503. Professional Portfolio Development. 3 Credit Hours.

Preparation of a professional portfolio connecting experiences and coursework in the MS program towards career preparation. Conducted in Japanese.

JAPN 6510. Applied Language Practicum. 3 Credit Hours.

Students will serve as researchers, student aides and apprentice instructors for any 3/4000-level undergraduate course approved by their adviser and the course.

JAPN 6511. Applied Language Practicum Abroad. 3 Credit Hours.

Students serve as researchers and apprentice instructors in the LBAT or other faculty-led overseas language immersion program of the School of Modern Languages.

JAPN 6695. Japanese Internship Abroad. 1-3 Credit Hours.

Students complete internships abroad in Japan. Conducted in Japanese. Online course. 3 credits.

JAPN 6696. Japanese Internship Abroad. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Japanese Internship Abroad.

JAPN 6998. Master's Project. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Optional project course taught in Japanese.

JAPN 7000. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Credit Hours.

Optional thesis course.

JAPN 8803. Special Topics. 3 Credit Hours.

Topics of current interest not covered in the regular course offerings.

JAPN 8804. Special Topics. 4 Credit Hours.

Special Topics in Japanese.

JAPN 8901. Special Problems in Japanese. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.

JAPN 8902. Special Problems in Japanese. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.

JAPN 8903. Special Problems in Japanese. 1-21 Credit Hours.

Provides the special instruction required under special programs.