Cantonese

The courses below are offered through the Language Resource Center.

Director: Dr. Stéphane Charitos

Associate Director: Piero di Porzio

Offices:
353 International Affairs Building Extension
212-854-9224
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Web: http://www.lrc.columbia.edu/

NOTE

Course scheduling is subject to change. Days, times, instructors, class locations, and call numbers are available on the Directory of Classes.

Fall course information begins posting to the Directory of Classes in February; Summer course information begins posting in March; Spring course information begins posting in June. For course information missing from the Directory of Classes after these general dates, please contact the department or program.

Click on course title to see course description and schedule.

 

Fall 2012

Language Resource Center

Cantonese

Noncredit Courses

  • CANT W1101x-W1102 (Section 001). Elementary Cantonese, I and II. 4 pts.

    These courses introduce students to both the spoken and written Cantonese language, with achieving conversational proficiency being a primary goal. The courses emphasize oral expressions, listening comprehension and grammar. They are designed to give beginning students a practical command of the language. Upon completion of the course, students can expect to converse in simple sentences, and recognize and write about 350 Chinese characters. Students with passable conversation ability or native speakers from Cantonese-speaking communities should not enroll in these courses. Note: These courses are part of the language exchange program with New York University (NYU). Classes will be held at NYU.

    Course
    Number     		Call Number/
    Section     		Days & Times/
    Location     		Instructor Enrollment
    Fall 2012 :: CANT W1101 :: Credit Sections
    CANT
    1101     		74696
    001     		TuTh 2:00p - 4:45p
    TBA
    		 P. Hui
    S. Charitos     		5 / 20 [ More Info ]
  • CANT W1201x-W1202 (Section 001). Intermediate Cantonese, I and II. 4 pts.

    Prerequisites: CANT W1101-W1102 or the instructor's permission.

    These courses further continue the study of the Cantonese language. Emphasis is on linguistic rules to enable students to communicate with more competence. The lessons will not only focus on language, but also incorporate discussions on history, current events, literature, popular culture, and native values. Includes field trips to Chinatown and other Cantonese-speaking neighborhoods. Note: These courses are part of the language exchange program with New York University (NYU). Classes will be held at NYU.

    Course
    Number     		Call Number/
    Section     		Days & Times/
    Location     		Instructor Enrollment
    Fall 2012 :: CANT W1201 :: Credit Sections
    CANT
    1201     		13006
    001     		TuTh 6:20p - 9:00p
    TBA
    		 P. Hui
    S. Charitos     		3 / 20 [ More Info ]

    Spring 2013

    Language Resource Center

    Cantonese

    Noncredit Courses

  • CANT W1101x-W1102 (Section 001). Elementary Cantonese, I and II. 4 pts.

    These courses introduce students to both the spoken and written Cantonese language, with achieving conversational proficiency being a primary goal. The courses emphasize oral expressions, listening comprehension and grammar. They are designed to give beginning students a practical command of the language. Upon completion of the course, students can expect to converse in simple sentences, and recognize and write about 350 Chinese characters. Students with passable conversation ability or native speakers from Cantonese-speaking communities should not enroll in these courses. Note: These courses are part of the language exchange program with New York University (NYU). Classes will be held at NYU.

    Course
    Number     		Call Number/
    Section     		Days & Times/
    Location     		Instructor Enrollment
    Spring 2013 :: CANT W1102 :: Credit Sections
    CANT
    1102     		82657
    001     		TuTh 2:00p - 4:45p
    TBA
    		 P. Hui 1 / 15 [ More Info ]
  • CANT W1201x-W1202 (Section 001). Intermediate Cantonese, I and II. 4 pts.

    Prerequisites: CANT W1101-W1102 or the instructor's permission.

    These courses further continue the study of the Cantonese language. Emphasis is on linguistic rules to enable students to communicate with more competence. The lessons will not only focus on language, but also incorporate discussions on history, current events, literature, popular culture, and native values. Includes field trips to Chinatown and other Cantonese-speaking neighborhoods. Note: These courses are part of the language exchange program with New York University (NYU). Classes will be held at NYU.

    Course
    Number     		Call Number/
    Section     		Days & Times/
    Location     		Instructor Enrollment
    Spring 2013 :: CANT W1202 :: Credit Sections
    CANT
    1202     		86098
    001     		TuTh 6:10p - 9:00p
    TBA
    		 P. Hui 0 / 20 [ More Info ]

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