North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Courses
WLCL
12 courses with the subject WLCL, 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.
WLCL 110Greek and Latin Roots of English ()3
Study of the formation of English words from Greek and Latin roots, designed both to build English vocabulary and to teach the general history and grammatical structure of the English language. [Students who plan to enter medical professions should take WLCL 115. Students may not receive credit for both WLCL 110 and WLCL 115.] Typically offered in Spring only
Study of the formation of medical terms from their Greek and Latin roots designed both to build vocabulary and to teach the uses of a medical dictionary. Students may not receive credit for both WLCL 110 and WLCL 115. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Introduces Roman literature (in translation) in survey format. Texts will include sections from Roman comedy, poetry, biography, and history. Material will show local origins and Greek sources of Roman literature. Course will conclude with examples of the influence on modern literature and media. GEP Humanities, GEP Global Knowledge Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Study of the formation of English words from Greek and Latin roots, designed both to build English vocabulary and to teach the general history and grammatical structure of the English language. [Students who plan to enter medical professions should take WLCL 115. Students may not receive credit for both WLCL 201 and WLCL 115.] Typically offered in Spring only
Greek and Roman mythology through the writings and art of the Classical period. Discussion of creation stories; the major gods and heroes; the underworld and afterlife; the intellectual, religious and educational role of myth, and the most important theories of interpretation and classification of myths. All readings and discussion in English. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Humanities Typically offered in Fall and Summer This course is offered alternate odd years
Study of the ways Classical Greek and Roman myth, history and culture appear in our art and literature, film, theatre, TV shows, comics, video games, advertising and other media, focusing on the enduring popularity of ancient stories, ideas and images, as well as on the endless variety of ways they are adapted and repurposed in response to modern concerns. The method of study introduces students to the contemporary tools of critical cultural analysis as applied to both ancient and modern societies. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Humanities Typically offered in Fall and Spring This course is offered alternate even years
Study ancient Rome up close. Students will learn about the geography, culture, art, and practices of the Romans. Sites include Rome, Florence, Naples, and Paestum. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives, GEP
Study of great works from Greek and Latin literature in such genres as epic, tragedy, comedy, lyric poetry, history and philosophy, with attention to both literary merit and cultural importance. All readings and discussion in English. May be taken up to three times in different genres for credit. R: Sophomore Standing GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Humanities Typically offered in Fall and Spring This course is offered alternate even years
For topics not part of regular course offerings, or offering of new courses on a trial basis. May be taken up to three times provided the topics are different. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
WLCL 398Independent Study in Classical Studies (1-3
hours) Individualized study in classical language, culture or literature. Topic, mode of study, and credit hours to be determined in consultation with faculty member supervising work. May be taken up to three times provided the topic is sufficiently different. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. R: Sophomore Standing Graduate Catalog 1561 World Languages - English (WLEN)
