American Sign Language (ASL)
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ASL 1121 American Sign Language I 5 Credits
Exposes the student to American Sign Language. Readiness activities are conducted focusing on visual/receptive skills and basic communication. Utilizes the direct experience method. Students must complete this course with a `B` or higher or pass the ASL proficiency test with a score of at least 80% or better prior to registering for American Sign Language II (ASL 1122) if planning to enroll in the Interpreter Preparation Program.
ASL 1122 American Sign Language II 5 Credits
Develops a basic syntactic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL), basic vocabulary and basic conversational skills. Incorporates vital aspects of deaf culture and community. The direct experience method is used to enhance the learning process. Students must complete this course with a `B` or higher or pass the American Sign Language I (ASL 1121) proficiency test at 80% or better prior to acceptance into the Interpreting and Transliterating Preparation program.
ASL 1123 American Sign Language III 5 Credits
Provides the student an opportunity to develop a stronger grasp of American Sign Language (ASL), as well as the cultural features of the language. ASL vocabulary is also increased. The direct experience method is used to further enhance the learning process. This course is a continuation of ASL 122 with more emphasis on expressive skills in signing.
ASL 1125 Fingerspelling 3 Credits
Provides the student an opportunity to develop expressive and receptive fingerspelling through various class activities.
ASL 1135 Conversational ASL 2 Credits
Provides the student an extended opportunity to develop a strong grasp of American Sign language (ASL) as well as the cultural features of the language. It helps the student maintain sign language skill. This course is designed for students who have not met the minimum requirements to continue on with ASL 221.
ASL 2215 ASL Literature 3 Credits
Provides the student with an opportunity to recognize the impact of Deaf Culture on emerging ASL Literature. Covers non-fiction, fiction, poetry and drama depicted in readings and videotapes related to everyday lives of Deaf people. Develops insight and appreciation of Deaf literature and its implications for Deaf education.
ASL 2221 American Sign Language IV: GT-AH4 3 Credits
Continues to provide further study of American Sign Language (ASL) and its grammar, syntax and cultural features. This course helps develop intermediate-level competency and fluency in the language, and addresses variations in ASL.
Prerequisite(s): ASL 1123 with a minimum grade of C or ASL 123 with a minimum grade of C or Prior College ASL with a score of 1123
ASL 2222 American Sign Language V: GT-AH4 3 Credits
Focuses on increasing advanced intermediate-level proficiency in understanding and using American Sign Language (ASL).
Prerequisite(s): ASL 2221 with a minimum grade of C or ASL 221 with a minimum grade of C or Prior College ASL with a score of 2221