CN 103 - Beginning Chinese Conversation

Min Units: 1
Max Units: 1
This course is designed for students who have no background in Chinese language. Because of the need to study abroad and complete internships, among other business and academic purposes, at least a basic understanding of Chinese (particularly the Mandarin dialect and Simplified Character System) is necessary. This course will introduce you to Chinese to help prepare you “survive” in China or Chinese-speaking environments. (for example, this will help prepare you if you’re taking part in an internship program in China.) You’ll learn how to greet people appropriately, navigate social situations politely, order food, locate bathrooms, take taxis, shop, and more. You’ll participate in an introductory analysis of some cultural differences between Chinese society and that of the U.S. (U) Occasionally