17 courses with the subject GERM, 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.
Beginning course. Practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing simple idiomatic German with special attention to German culture. Emphasizes participation and self-expression. Open to students with no previous German, or by placement examination. (F,Y) Attributes: HM4 Credits
Continuation of GERM 10100. Limited to students who have successfully completed GERM 10100 with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. Prerequisites: GERM 10100, or equivalent. (S,Y) Attributes: HM4 Credits
Develops intermediate-level proficiency in German with a focus on culture. Includes grammar review and expansion, with practice in all skill areas and a particular emphasis on spoken communication. Prerequisites: GERM 10200 with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (Y) Attributes: HM4 Credits
Intensive conversational practice for students at the intermediate level. Includes pertinent grammar review and assigned readings as the basis for discussion in class, and periodic student presentations. May be used in place of GERM 20100 Intermediate German I for language proficiency requirements in majors. Prerequisites: GERM 10200 with a grade of C- or higher or by placement examination. (IRR) Attributes: GERM4 Credits
A study of the principal films of major German directors. This class will cover the complete history of German film, from early silent cinema to contemporary films. Emphasis is given to the historical and cultural context of each film, as well as the film's relationship to questions of German identity. Readings include historical as well as theoretical texts. Conducted in English. This course does not count towards language proficiency requirements in majors. (IRR) Attributes: CA, CTE, HM, SCE4 Credits
Study of principal works of major writers and representative works of various periods. This course does not count towards language proficiency requirements in majors. (IRR) Attributes: CTE4 Credits
Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and chairperson. (IRR) 1-3 Credits
Developing spoken and written communication skills at the third-year level. Reading and discussion of contemporary material. Writing practice. Laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: GERM 20200 with a grade of C- or better, or equivalent. (F,Y) Attributes: CCCS3 Credits
A study of representative texts in German literature from the Enlightenment to the present. Students will learn how to read, interpret, and write about various literary genres and aesthetic movements. Prerequisite: GERM 20000 or above taught in German with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (IRR) 4 Credits
Advanced study of German grammar, with an emphasis placed on composition. Prerequisites: GERM 20000 or above taught in German with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (IRR) 4 Credits
Extensive oral practice using selected topics as a basis for conversation, discussion, and presentations or short talks. Prerequisites: GERM 20000 or above taught in German with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (IRR) 4 Credits
Study of the civilization and culture of Germany and other German-speaking countries. Usually taught in English. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; permission of instructor. (S,E) Attributes: INBG3 Credits
A study of the principal films of major German directors. This class will cover the complete history of German film, from early silent cinema to contemporary films. Emphasis is given to the historical and cultural context of each film, as well as the film's relationship to questions of German identity. Readings include historical as well as theoretical texts. Taught in English, but with extensive practice in speaking, reading, comprehension, and writing in German. Prerequisites: GERM 20000 or above taught in German with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (IRR) Attributes: GERM, SCE4 Credits
Practical introduction to the world of translation and its relationship to culture and ethics through the analysis and translation of literary and non-literary texts (articles, brochures, documents) from German into English. Prerequisite: GERM 20000 or above taught in German with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. (IRR) 4 Credits
Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: Junior standing; permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 Credits
Source: Ithaca College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
