German
Courses in German (designated GERM) may be applied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements) toward
- the general education requirements in the arts and humanities;
- a focus in foreign language area studies – German within the general studies major;
- an AA general studies foreign language area studies curriculum – German;
- a certificate in foreign language area studies; and
- electives.
Students with prior experience in the German language-either through study or living abroad, informal learning from friends or family, or high school or other coursework that did not transfer to UMUC-should take a placement exam before enrolling. Students with oral proficiency in German who wish instruction in written German should also take the placement test.
GERM 111 Elementary German I (3)
(Assumes no prior knowledge of German). This beginning study of German emphasizes oral communication as the first step of learning German and leads to a balanced development of proficiency in the four communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Basic structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing are introduced along with the elements of culture, history, and geography. Authentic German materials are used as much as possible.
GERM 112 Elementary German II (3)
Prerequisite: GERM 111 with a grade of C or better. This continuation of elementary German emphasizes oral communication and leads to a balanced development of proficiency in the four communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Basic structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing are practiced along with the continued familiarity with culture, history, and geography. Authentic German materials are used as much as possible.
GERM 211 Intermediate German (3)
Prerequisite: GERM 112. Further development of skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German. German culture, history, current events, and geography provide the context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and composition. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary to communicate with native German speakers orally and in writing at an intermediate level. Class instruction is conducted primarily in German. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: GERM 114, GERM 201, or GERM 211.
GERM 212 Intermediate German II (3)
(Serves as preparation for upper-level courses in German language, culture, and literature.) Prerequisite: GERM 211. Improvement of skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German. German culture, history, current events, and geography provide the context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and composition. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary to communicate with native German speakers orally and in writing at an advanced intermediate level. Class instruction is conducted almost entirely in German. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: GERM 115, GERM 202, or GERM 212.
GERM 301 Review Grammar and Composition I (3)
Prerequisite: GERM 212. A systematic and thorough review of grammar with emphasis on the more idiomatic and difficult points of syntax.
GERM 333 German Life and Culture I (3)
(Conducted in English.) An examination of German political, social, economic, and cultural life from the tribal migrations to the end of the 18th century. The goal is to analyze both cultural artifacts and the consequences of social movements and social structures in German-speaking countries and to evaluate the development of German life and culture.
GERM 334 German Life and Culture II (3)
(Conducted in English.) An examination of German political, social, economic, and cultural life in the 19th and 20th centuries. The goal is to analyze both cultural artifacts and the consequences of social movements and social structures in German-speaking countries and to evaluate the development of German life and culture.
Last updated: 5 July 2011