Japanese
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JAPN 100 Introduction to Japanese 1
Effective date: September 2020
This introductory Japanese course begins with basic grammar and syntax. Students learn to read and write the two writing systems (syllabaries) and some Kanji (Chinese characters). Aural-oral practice is emphasized in class. Cultural and historical notes are added to enhance understanding.
Note: Native speakers of Japanese may not enrol.
Check transferability with the BC Transfer Guide • Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- $392.40 plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
Pre/Corequisites
One of:
- C in English 12
- C in English Studies 12
- C in English 12 First Peoples
- C in ENGL 091 and ENGL 093
- C in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094
- C in ENGL 092 and ENGL 096
- C in ENGL 103 and ENGL 104
- C in ENGL 142
- C in ELD 092 and ELD 094
- C in ELD 097
- C in ELD 103 and ELD 104
Camosun offers English assessment testing to determine current level of skill.
JAPN 101 Introduction to Japanese 2
Effective date: September 2009
As a continuation of JAPN 100, students broaden their knowledge of Japanese language skills: grammar, syntax, vocabulary, reading and writing. Increased study of Kanji is required. Classroom time includes further practice in conversation. Cultural and historical notes are added to enhance understanding.
Note: Native speakers of Japanese may not enrol.
Check transferability with the BC Transfer Guide • Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- $392.40 plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
JAPN 200 Second Year Japanese 1
Effective date: September 2009
This is a third-semester Japanese course. It is designed to improve students' practical communicative skills in all aspects of the Japanese language (including Kanji). Cultural and historical materials will be added to enhance understanding.
Note: Native speakers of Japanese may not enrol.
Check transferability with the BC Transfer Guide • Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- $392.40 plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
JAPN 201 Second Year Japanese 2
Effective date: September 2009
This course is a continuation of JAPN 200. It is designed to accommodate students who wish to improve their linguistic competence in all aspects of the Japanese language.
Note: Native speakers of Japanese may not enrol.
Check transferability with the BC Transfer Guide • Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- $392.40 plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
JAPN 229 Intermediate Japanese 1
Effective date: September 2011
Building on introductory Japanese courses, this course continues to emphasize listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills. Increasing knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and Kanji for better communication will be expected throughout the course.
Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- TBD plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
JAPN 230 Intermediate Japanese 2
Effective date: January 2012
A continuation of Intermediate Japanese, listening, speaking, writing and reading will continue to be emphasized. Additional emphasis is placed on a thorough understanding of grammar in order to prepare for advanced study.
Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections
- Credits
- 3
- Format
- 3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour per week
- Related programs
- Japanese
- Tuition
- TBD plus additional fees. Effective from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
Last updated: July 15, 2020 4:32 pm
