CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice · Courses
CHI
3 courses with the subject CHI, 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.
CHI 101Elementary Chinese
3 hours, 10 lab hours per semester; 3 credits This course is for students with little or no previous knowledge of Mandarin Chinese. Mandarin Chinese will be introduced through intensive drills of its oral and written forms. Emphasis is placed on speaking and basic grammar as well as the formation of the characters. It will focus on the most essential language items, such as sound patterns, sentence structures and basic vocabulary, which are useful in everyday Chinese conversation. Note: No credit will be given for CHI 101 if taken after the completion of CHI 102. This course satisfies the Flexible Core: World Cultures and Global Issues area of the Gen Ed Program.
3 hours, 10 lab hours per semester; 3 credits This is the second semester of Elementary Chinese in Mandarin. In CHI 102, the students will learn more Chinese sentence structure, more basic vocabulary and more Chinese grammar, which are useful in everyday conversation. There will be a greater emphasis on oral exercises in class and more Chinese writing after class. Note: This course satisfies the John Jay College Option: Communications area of the Gen Ed Program.
3 hours, 3 credits Chinese 201 is an intermediate course in Chinese language and culture. It continues the sequence begun by Chinese 101 and 102. After a review of grammar and vocabulary, students will augment their knowledge of Chinese by practicing the four language skills: speaking, reading, writing, and listening. In addition, students will be exposed to primary sources including news media, film, and short stories. Special attention will be given to developing conversational skills and exploring the culture of China. Note: This course satisfies the Flexible Core: World Cultures and Global Issues area of the Gen Ed Program.
