Russian (RUS)
Courses
RUS-111. Elementary Russian I. 3 Credits.
LECT 45 hrs
Not for native speakers. See department chair. This course is intended for students with no prior knowledge of, or with limited background in, the language. Emphasis is on fundamentals of conversation, reading and writing. Practice in pronunciation, basic vocabulary and the essentials of grammar is incorporated.
RUS-112. Elementary Russian II. 3 Credits.
LECT 45 hrs
Students with one prior semester of Russian expand their study of basic Russian pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar of an elementary nature. Grammar study includes imperative words, dative, accusative, and prepositional cases, plural of nouns and demonstrative pronouns. Vocabulary and grammar support listening, reading, speaking and writing in an effort to enhance Russian language proficiency. The cultural context of the language is also covered.
Prerequisites: RUS-111 or permission of department chair.
RUS-211. Intermediate Russian I. 3 Credits.
LECT 45 hrs
The course is intended for students whose study of the first year of this language is recent and who wish to hone their skills. It includes a continuation of grammar, conversation and some compositions on cultural subjects. Vocabulary and grammar support listening, reading, speaking and writing in an effort to enhance Russian language proficiency. The cultural context of the language is also covered.
Prerequisites: RUS-112 or permission of department chair.
RUS-212. Intermediate Russian II. 3 Credits.
LECT 45 hrs
The course is intended for students to attain intermediate to advanced skills. It includes a continuation of grammar and conversation. Readings from Russian literature and compositions are required. Vocabulary and grammar support listening, reading, speaking and writing in an effort to enhance Russian language proficiency. The cultural context of the language is also covered.
Prerequisites: RUS-211 or permission of department chair.