Academic Catalog

French (FREN)

FREN-120  
French I  5 UNITS  
5.0 hours lecture  
An introductory course to the French language and the cultures of its speakers. This course is designed for students with very little or no knowledge of French. It facilitates the practical application of the language in everyday oral and written communication at the beginning level. Since the focus will be on basic communication skills, the class will be conducted in French as much as possible. Students will learn structures that will enable them to function in French in everyday contexts while becoming familiar with the French speaking world. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)
FREN-121  
French II  5 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 120 or two years of high school French or equivalent.  
5.0 hours lecture  
French 121 is the continuation of French 120. The course will continue to develop oral and written skills based on practical everyday needs. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B,6A, Cal-GETC-3B)
FREN-152  
The French-Speaking World: A Cross- -Cultural Perspective  3 UNITS  
3.0 hours lecture  
This course explores major characteristics of the French-speaking world as reflected in its culture, civilization, and literature. Students will examine and compare French-speaking regions of Europe-including France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Luxembourg-with those of Northern and Sub-Saharan Africa, Canada, and the Caribbean. Through literary texts and cultural analysis, the course highlights both shared legacies and distinct regional identities. Instruction is conducted in English. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B,6A, Cal-GETC-3B)
FREN-196  
Community Service Learning Experience  1 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 120 or equivalent.  
  
The Community Service-Learning Experience (CSLE) is a community outreach program that supports the national agenda of volunteer engagement. This course offers students the opportunity to practice and apply their French language skills in a community-based setting while exploring potential career paths. (CSU)
FREN-220  
French III  5 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 121 or three years of high school French or equivalent.  
5.0 hours lecture  
French 220 is a continuation of French 121. This course further develops students' proficiency in oral communication, listening comprehension, reading, and writing in French. Emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary, mastering key grammatical structures, and deepening cultural understanding through authentic materials and interactive practice. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B,6A, Cal-GETC-3B)
FREN-221  
French IV  5 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 220 or four years of high school French or equivalent.  
5.0 hours lecture  
French 221 is a continuation of French 220. This course further develops students' proficiency in oral communication, listening comprehension, reading, and writing in French. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B,6A, Cal-GETC-3B)
FREN-250  
Conversational French I  3 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 121 or three years of high school French or equivalent.  
3.0 hours lecture  
The course will continue to develop students' oral, listening, reading, and writing skills, with particular emphasis on oral proficiency. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)
FREN-251  
Conversational French II  3 UNITS  
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in FREN 250 or four years of high school French or equivalent.  
3.0 hours lecture  
The course will continue to develop students' oral, listening, reading, and writing skills, with particular emphasis on oral proficiency. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)