Introduction to the Korean language and culture. Emphasis on the basic writing system (Hangeul), as well as on active listening, speaking, writing, reading, and an applied vocabulary of 300 words. The course provides a fundamental knowledge of the Korean language that will enable students to write Korean words, to understand basic grammar, and to communicate in Korean with a basic level of words. The contemporary Korean culture is also introduced during the course. This is the first Korean course in the sequence and is intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language.

Typically offered in Fall only

Continued study of elementary-level Korean language and culture. Further study of the Hangeul writing system with continuing emphasis on listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills and applied vocabulary. This is the second course in the language sequence.

Prerequisite: WLKO 101 or instructor permission

Typically offered in Spring only

Intermediate-level study of the Korean language and culture. Further acquisition of the Hangeul writing system with continuing development of listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills and applied vocabulary. The course provides a higher level of Korean knowledge that will enable students to acquire and develop language skills and Korean culture in both local and global context. This is the third course in the language sequence.

Prerequisite: WLKO 102 or permission from the instructor.

Typically offered in Fall only

This is the fourth semester continuation course for communicative Korean and its writing system. Students learn more advanced grammar concepts and numerous standard expressions for conventional life. The course is designed to develop students' four language skills and focuses more on oral and written mastery of functional Korean. The modern Korean society and culture will also be taught through this course. This course aims at improving students' cross-cultural interpretation and communication skills through intensive lectures, grammar retention drills, guided oral practices, and writing exercises.

Prerequisite: WLKO 201, or permission of Instructor

Typically offered in Spring only