2005-2006 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

FREN - French

101 Beginning French
4 crs (4-1). F, Sp.
GE-IA
An introduction, within a cultural context, to the sounds and structures of French. Emphasis on both the spoken and written language.

102 Beginning French
4 crs (4-1). F, Sp.
P: FREN 101 or equivalent
GE-IA
Continuation of French 101.

201 Intermediate French
4 crs (4-1). F, Sp.
P: FREN 102
GE-IA
Grammar review; vocabulary building by means of synonyms and paraphrasing in French the new words found in standard works read in class.

202 Intermediate French
4 crs (4-1). F, Sp.
P: FREN 201
GE-IA
Continuation of French 201.

250 Study Abroad Orientation
1 cr (1-0). F.
P: Acceptance into the UWEC study abroad program in
France
Not for GE
S/U only grade basis
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.80
Preparation for study abroad in France. Presentation and discussion of cultural topics.

260 French Regional Studies
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
P: FREN 102 or equivalent
Not for GE
Must be taken with INTX 330
Minimum resident and total GPA of 2.80
A study of the social, cultural, political, and historical aspects of the area where the program is located, combining field trips and classroom instruction. To be taught only at a Center for French Language and Culture in France.

315 Advanced Grammar in Context
3 crs (3-0).
(Formerly FREN 410)
P: FREN 202 or equivalent
Not for GE
A comprehensive review of the whole of French grammar, with practical application in speech and writing.

325 Phonetics and Pronunciation
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: FREN 202
Not for GE
Theory of the French sound system, spelling rules, and intensive practice for improvement of pronunciation.

335 Expression Ecrite et Orale
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: FREN 315
Not for GE; FC
No credit if taken after FREN 301 and 310
Intensive practice in oral and written French.

345 Introduction to Literary Analysis
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly FREN 302)
P: FREN 335 (or 301 and 310), or 300 level language
proficiency, or consent of instructor
GE-IVD
Reading of selected poems, plays, and prose fiction; practice in writing critical analyses.

354 History of French Civilization
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
(Formerly FREN 254)
P: FREN 335, or 300 level language proficiency, or
consent of instructor
GE-IVD
An overview of French history, tracing the development of a great nation from prehistoric tribal groups to a worldwide power on the eve of World War II.

355 /555 Contemporary French Civilization
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: FREN 335, or 300 level language proficiency, or
consent of instructor
GE-IVD
France today—its people, educational system, economy; its cultural, social, and political life; and its foreign policy.

361 /561 Survey of French Literature I
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: FREN 345, or 300 level language proficiency, or
consent of instructor
GE-IVD
Masterpieces of literature prior to the French Revolution.

362 /562 Survey of French Literature II
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: FREN 345, or 300 level language proficiency, or
consent of instructor
GE-IVD
Masterpieces of literature since the French Revolution.

395 /595 Directed Studies
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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Study of a problem or special area in French language, culture, or literature.

399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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401 /601 Advanced Conversation
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: FREN 335
Not for GE
Intensive practice in conversation derived from assigned topics.

463 /663 Modern French Literature
3 crs (3-0).
P: FREN 361 or 362
Not for GE
A study of major literary movements and trends in modern France.

480 /680 The French Novel
3 crs (3-0).
P: FREN 361 or 362
Not for GE
Evolution of the French novel, with representative works from the seventeenth through the twentieth centuries.

482 /682 The Theatre in France
3 crs (3-0).
P: FREN 361 or 362
Not for GE
History of the theatre in France, with readings primarily from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

491 /691 Special Topics
1-3 crs. V.
P: FREN 361 or 362
Not for GE
Course may be repeated when topic differs for a maximum of
9 credits
Only 9 credits may count toward the major or minor.
In-depth study of a special area in the language, cultures, or literatures of the French-speaking world. Topics specified in the current Class Schedule.

499 Independent Study - Seniors
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Minimum senior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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797 Independent Study
1-3 crs.
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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Independent study projects under direction of faculty members.