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JAPN

6 courses with the subject JAPN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

JAPN 1100Beginning Japanese5

This course introduces critical differences and similarities between Japanese and English while students develop competency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Aspects of Japanese culture are also frequently introduced in class, which help students develop cultural sensitivity toward the Japanese-speaking world as part of increased global understanding. Offered: Fall.

Subject
JAPN
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu
JAPN 1101Introduction to Interpreting and

Translation (2 cr) Introduction to Interpreting and Translation introduces students to the career competencies, ethics and major theories related to the fields of interpreting and translation. Through readings by experts in the field, case studies, and professional profiles, students will learn about the fields of interpreting and translation and exercise key skills required to work in these professions. Taught in English. Crosslisted as: CHIN 1101, FREN 1101, GERM 1101, INDS 1101, SPAN 1101. Offered: Fall, Spring.

Subject
JAPN
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu
JAPN 1111Japanese Culture and Civilization3

Students explore the culture and civilization of the Japanese-speaking world. Through an investigation of the social, political, and artistic aspects of the target culture, students develop greater insight into the global implications of cultural practices. By comparing and contrasting their own culture with that of Japanese- speaking peoples, students develop the intercultural competency that allows them to recognize various perspectives on global issues and analyze alternative solutions. This course is taught in English. Offered: Fall, Spring.

Subject
JAPN
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu
JAPN 1200Beginning Japanese5

This course is a continuation of the listening, reading, speaking, and writing competencies developed in JAPN 1100. Students further explore cultural differences helping them develop a deeper understanding of the world and a

Subject
JAPN
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu
JAPN 2100Intermediate Japanese5

Students review and extend their competency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students analyze cultural products and practices of the Japanese-speaking world and identify the values that underlie them. Students investigate the art, music, history, literature, and lived experience of Japanese-speaking peoples. This builds intercultural competency and increases global awareness. Major grammatical focus includes a review of the forms, formation, and uses of the ta and nai forms. This course is intended for students who have successfully completed JAPN 1200 or the equivalent. Offered: Fall.

Subject
JAPN
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu
JAPN 2200Intermediate Japanese5

Students review and extend their competency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students analyze cultural products and practices of the Japanese-speaking world and identify the values that underlie them. Students investigate the art, music, history, literature, and lived experience of Japanese-speaking peoples. This builds intercultural competency and increases global awareness. Major grammatical focus includes “plainforms” for complete phrases and sentences. This course is intended for students who have successfully completed JAPN 2100 or the equivalent. Offered: Fall, Spring.

Subject
JAPN
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.normandale.edu

Source: Normandale Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61