ATS3145 Japanese proficient 1
Faculty of Arts
ATS3145 Japanese proficient 1 is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ATS3145
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After ATS3145
1 unit list ATS3145 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This is the first part of a sequence in upper intermediate Japanese. This unit covers both spoken language and contemporary written language and aims to enhance student's knowledge about Japan and the different varieties of the language. The unit also aims to develop student's study skills and intercultural competence.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Understand simple conversations or monologues on topics covered in class;
- 2
Demonstrate their ability to keep listening even when they encounter unfamiliar vocabulary and grammar;
- 3
Read texts (approx. 1500 characters) written for upper intermediate level of students with the assistance of dictionaries;
- 4
Use online language resources effectively;
- 5
Become more aware of different varieties of Japanese language and use appropriate speech styles according to context;
- 6
Use communication strategies and communicate more naturally;
- 7
Discuss various topics related to Japan if they prepare beforehand;
- 8
Write a short essay (800-1000 characters) under exam conditions on a topic which they have researched;
- 9
Reinforce their knowledge of kanji acquired so far (approx. 300 kanji) and develop their knowledge of additional 150 new kanji (including approx. 70 for recognition only).
Workload and teaching
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. A unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
Where it fits
ATS3145 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Naomi Kurata
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Naomi Kurata
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS3145?
ATS3145 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after ATS3145?
ATS3145 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS3649.
When is ATS3145 offered?
In 2020, ATS3145 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is ATS3145?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Which majors and minors include ATS3145?
ATS3145 is part of Japanese studies.