Catalog 2018-2019

ARA - Arabic

ARA 101 Elementary Arabic I

Beginning Arabic with emphasis on the cultural context in which Arabic is used. Emphasis is on achieving a full mastery of Arabic sounds and the Arabic writing system, as well as basic proficiency in everyday conversational Arabic, including greetings and other common expressions.

Credit Hours: 4
(HFA) (IG) (NW)

Prerequisites

Not open to native speakers of Arabic. Students who have previously completed two or more years of Arabic may not enroll in ARA 101 for credit except by written permission of the instructor. Students cannot take ARA 101, 102, 201, and 202 concurrently.

ARA 102 Elementary Arabic II

Beginning Arabic with emphasis on the cultural context in which Arabic is used. Emphasis is on achieving a full mastery of Arabic sounds and the Arabic writing system, as well as basic proficiency in everyday conversational Arabic, including greetings and other common expressions.

Credit Hours: 4
(HFA) (IG) (NW)

Prerequisites

Not open to native speakers of Arabic. ARA 101 or equivalent skills. (Students who have previously completed two or more years of Arabic may not enroll in ARA 101 for credit except by written permission of the instructor.) Students cannot take ARA 101, 102, 201, and 202 concurrently.

ARA 201 Intermediate Arabic I

Develops a greater understanding of the Arabic language and the diversity of cultures in the Arabic-speaking world, as well as speaking, reading and writing skills.

Credit Hours: 4
(HFA) (IG) (NW)

Prerequisites

Not open to native speakers of Arabic. ARA 102 or equivalent skills. Students cannot take ARA 101, 102, 201, and 202 concurrently.

ARA 202 Intermediate Arabic II

Develops a greater understanding of the Arabic language and the diversity of cultures in the Arabic-speaking world, as well as speaking, reading and writing skills.
Credit Hours: 4
(HFA) (IG) (NW)

Prerequisites

Not open to native speakers of Arabic. ARA 102 or equivalent skills. Students cannot take ARA 101, 102, 201, and 202 concurrently.