45 courses with the subject CHIN, 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.
CHIN 1010Elementary Chinese I
3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits First in a two-semester sequence for beginners. Development of communicative skills and cultural awareness through extensive classroom interaction and a variety of multimedia materials. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. with the language. All other students must take the Brooklyn College language placement test.
3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits f- Second in a two-semester sequence. Expanded acquisition of phonetics and writing systems. Development of communicative skills and cultural awareness through extensive classroom interaction and a variety of multimedia materials. Designed to prepare students for Chinese 1030. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Brooklyn College online placement test.
3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits First in a two-semester sequence for students who have completed Chinese 1010 and 1020 or the equivalent. Continued development of oral fluency and writing skills. Increased awareness of cultural diversity in areas where language is spoken. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. the Brooklyn College online placement test, or permission of the chairperson. CHIN *1038 Basic Writing and Reading Skills for
3 hours, 1 hour multimedia laboratory; 3 credits Development of advanced language skills for non-heritage speakers; analytical practice and self-expression in the written and spoken language; use of authentic literary and nonliterary texts. (Not open to students who have completed a course in Chinese numbered 2024 or above. The Department therefore recommends that 2021 be taken before any courses with a higher number.) Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Brooklyn College online placement test.
3 hours; 3 credits Development of advanced language skills; analytical practice and self-expression in the written and spoken language; use of authentic literary and nonliterary texts. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. score on the Brooklyn College online placement test, or permission of the chairperson.
3 hours Zen or Chan meditation is a practice deeply rooted in Buddhist psychology, offering an experiential study of the self. This course lays the groundwork for Chan meditation or “zuochan” (zazen, sitting meditation), introducing fundamental breathing techniques and other exercises such as qigong and Tai-chi guidance. Students will also explore the “gong’an study” (or koan study), learning how to integrate Zen meditation into their daily routines. The course places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, integrating a variety of in-class exercises with home-based practice. (This course is the same as MVMT 2080)
3 hours; 3 credits Hands-on experience in zazen, the seated meditation practice central to Chan or Zen, known as zuochan in Mandarin. In this course, the so-called “koan study” will be employed to launch the journey of spiritual awakening, which is accompanied by a sense of compassionate social and communal sensitivity and connectivity. Students will develop critical first-person (introspective) and no-person contemplative perspectives. While open to all students, it is a core requirement for those pursuing a minor in Zen Contemplative Studies (ZCS). Taught in English.
3 hours; 3 credits Introductory study of ancient Chinese culture through close reading of a variety of texts. Attention to such questions as literary genre, material and performance contexts, gender, political institutions, religion, philosophy, models of culture, and the creation of a classical tradition. Practice in close reading and communication by means of critical writing, class discussion, and such other methods, such as collaborative group work. Conducted in English. (Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed CORC 1110).
3 hours lecture and practice; 3 credits Hands-on writing, Chinese characters/ideograms, formation and composition of Chinese characters, history of Chinese calligraphy, and evolution of styles and characters, classical literati culture and aesthetic tradition, metaphysics of qi, mindfulness practice, and importance of Chinese calligraphy in Chinese culture, and its relevance to contemporary daily life. Reading materials will be English. The course will be taught bilingually in both English and Chinese.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson. Global Languages, Literatures and Cultures 281
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Acquisition of the language skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to function in one or more specialized areas where Chinese is routinely used. Designed to familiarize students with common interactions within the professional environment and with problems arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings. Intensive practice in speaking and writing. Reading and discussion of authentic materials related to the topic. May be taken before or concurrently with Chinese 2410 [60.02]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to Chinese media, including newspapers, journals, speeches, essays, radio and television broadcasts, video documentaries, the Internet, and pop music lyrics. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours Focus on the Zen or Chan meditation school that are developed in China, Japan and North America. Students will practice “koan study,” a three-pronged quest and investigation—spiritually, psychologically, and ecologically—into one’s own self-identity, consciousness, and its relationship with the external world. The emphasis will be on learning through experience, both with in- class exercises and home practice. This is a course for students already familiar with Zen meditation and the foundations of meditation and the basic techniques. (This course is the same as MVMT 3080)
CHIN 3210Contrastive Chinese and English Linguistics
3 hours; 3 credits Intended to heighten students’ awareness of the differences between English and Chinese through a contrastive methodology. For example, the English phonological system as compared with the Chinese tonal system. Presupposes familiarity with both languages. Students must be able to read, write, and speak in both English and Chinese. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. of the chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Practical and theoretical approaches to translating materials drawn from a variety of texts and to integrating translation resources available in the multimedia laboratory. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Practical and theoretical approaches to translating literary texts Programs and Courses of Instruction including poetry, plays, and narrative fiction. Analysis of selected published translations and of the cultural factors bearing upon the process of translation. Integration of resources available in the multimedia laboratory. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
One hour conference, minimum 9 hours independent work; 3 credits Individual translation project designed in consultation with a faculty supervisor and leading to a portfolio containing successive and final drafts. May be taken twice provided the project is different. Bilingual (Chinese and English) ability required; practicum location and topics vary from term to term; projects can include either written or oral translation. No special fees. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits An introductory course designed to familiarize students with major literary works in Chinese within a chronological and cultural framework. Representative texts from the Chinesespeaking world, providing an overview of writings that have shaped the lives of generations of readers. Frequent writing assignments in Chinese to strengthen students' individual competencies. This core of texts, reviewed periodically by the department, serves as a foundation for advanced literature courses. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
1949 3 hours; 3 credits Readings from vernacular literature from the May 4th Movement to the founding of the People's Republic. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Introduction to the development of various poetic forms in the classical style. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes.
3 hours; 3 credits Reading of the works of well-known T'ang dynasty poets. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Readings from five major Chinese novels from the fourteenth to the eighteenth centuries: San-kuo yen-i, Shui-hu-chuan, Hsi-yu chi, Ju-lin wai-shih, Hung-lou Meng. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits The relationship between Chinese literary works and the films they inspired. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. chairperson.
3 hours; 3 credits Special topic or theme not otherwise covered in the regular curriculum. Topics vary and reflect special interests of students and faculty. Course description available in department office prior to registration. Students may take the course more than one time, but may not repeat the topic or theme. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways Global Languages, Literatures and Cultures 283 College Option purposes. or permission of the chairperson.
4 hours; 4 credits Chinese literature and culture; Multispecies Studies; examining representation of multispecies relations texts in contemporary China and beyond in both local and transnational contexts; exploring different genres, themes, and critical concepts. Bilingual knowledge in Chinese and English required. the chairperson.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Study of a special topic at an advanced level. Periodic reports and a final paper or examination. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. advanced Chinese courses with an average of 3.0 or higher. Approval of topic by instructor or chairperson.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Study of a literary topic, including but not limited to periods, genres, or major writers. Substantial paper in Chinese. May not be taken concurrently with Chinese 5085 [85]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. advanced Chinese courses approved by the chairperson with an average of 3.5 or higher. Students may take this course for credit twice, but may not repeat topics.
1 hour conference, minimum 8 hours independent work§; 3 credits Research thesis, written in Chinese, on a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic. May not be taken concurrently with Chinese 5084 [84.1]. Qualifies as a LOTE (Language Other Than English) course for Pathways College Option purposes. Chinese courses with an average of 3.5 or higher. Approval of the research topic by the instructor and the chairperson.
