VIET 001A     Elementary Vietnamese     5 Units

This is the first course in Vietnamese with emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing. Essential components include pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and syntax, cultural backgrounds and an introduction to Vietnamese literature and culture. This course corresponds to two years of high school Vietnamese language study.

Lecture Hours: 5  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Recommended: Highly recommend completion of VIET 091A or VIET 091B

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C2   IGETC: 6A   District GE: C2

VIET 001B     Elementary Vietnamese     5 Units

This is the second course in Vietnamese with emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing. Students further develop skills in oral and written communication in the Vietnamese language. Students will cover essential language components including spelling, pronunciation, intonation, vocabulary, grammar, syntax structure, as well as continue examination of Vietnamese literature and culture.

Lecture Hours: 5  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: VIET 001A with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C2   IGETC: 6A, 3B   District GE: C2

VIET 091A     Conversational Vietnamese and Culture     3 Units

This course is designed for students desiring a basic, practical conversational approach to learn the Vietnamese language. The course emphasizes conversation and vocabulary building with a minimal amount of grammar. A variety of classroom activities will permit the students to actively use the language. Cultural topics will center on Vietnamese customs and traditions, including family concepts, religions, special events and food, as well as the history of Vietnam. Field trips may be required.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None