ATS2143 Japanese intermediate 1
Faculty of Arts
ATS2143 Japanese intermediate 1 is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It needs ATS1142 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before ATS2143
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After ATS2143
1 unit list ATS2143 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Or equivalent units
Overview
This is the first part of a sequence in intermediate Japanese. In this unit you will develop your basic linguistic skills and socio-cultural knowledge in spoken and written Japanese at an intermediate level. You will consolidate your interactive competence, including linguistic, socio-linguistic and socio-cultural knowledge. You will enhance your intercultural skills and ability to conduct independent research.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- QuizzesQuiz / Test26%
- Exercise/sExercise22%
- In class testQuiz / Test12%
- Oral test/assessmentDemonstration25%
- Online testQuiz / Test15%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
comprehend and write intermediate level Japanese texts on familiar topics including reading and writing with assistance of dictionaries and limited use of available technologies;
- 2
demonstrate intermediate level proficiency in speaking and listening comprehension including unassisted independent conversations on everyday topics using a range of familiar expressions, sentence patterns and speech styles with awareness of cultural contexts;
- 3
recognise and use approximately 240 kanji (90 new kanji);
- 4
apply appropriate research skills in individual and collective explorations of Japanese culture and society using appropriate English and basic Japanese materials with assistance of available technologies.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Tutorials36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
There are required texts for this unit. Required texts are usually available for purchase through the University Bookstore (https://www.monash.edu/retail/books) and are sometimes available for short-term loan or as eBooks through the library (https://www.monash.edu/library).
Where it fits
ATS2143 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Satoshi Nambu
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Satoshi Nambu
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS2143?
You need ATS1142 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ATS2143?
ATS2143 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS2144.
When is ATS2143 offered?
In 2027, ATS2143 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is ATS2143?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ATS2143 have an exam?
No. ATS2143 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include ATS2143?
ATS2143 is part of Global Asia and Japanese studies.