This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar for 2008-2009 (SPRING) and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the Calendar for updated information.

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Punjabi

PUNJ 1100 CR-3

Introductory Punjabi I

Students who have little or no previous knowledge of Punjabi (Gurmukhi) script will learn to read and write at the basic level. While exploring the Punjabi culture, students will use the communicative approach to develop the ability to speak, comprehend, read, and write Punjabi.
Note: Any student with Grade 12 Punjabi or with previous language skills meeting or exceeding the learning outcomes of PUNJ 1100 is not permitted to register in this introductory course. Students with a competence in the language beyond the level of the course in which they are registered may be required to withdraw.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

PUNJ 1101 CR-3

Introductory Punjabi II

Students will continue to build on basic reading and writing skills learned in PUNJ 1100 as well as improve their oral and listening skills while exploring the Punjabi and Indian cultures.
Note: Any student with Grade 12 Punjabi or with previous language skills meeting or exceeding the learning outcomes of PUNJ 1101 is not permitted to register in this introductory course. Students with a competence in the language beyond the level of the course in which they are registered may be required to withdraw.

Prerequisites: PUNJ 1100 or Interview with instructor

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

PUNJ 2200 CR-3

Intermediate Punjabi I


Students will use the communicative approach to review and expand their knowledge of basic Punjabi grammar.  While further exploring the Punjabi culture, students will continue to develop oral, listening, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level.
Note:  Students with a competence in the language beyond the level of the course in which they are registered may be required to withdraw.

Prerequisites: Punjabi 11 (B) or Punjabi 12 or PUNJ 1101 or assessment by instructor

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

PUNJ 2201 CR-3

Intermediate Punjabi II

Through integrated and interactive practice in reading, writing, listening and speaking, students will use the communicative approach to reinforce and expand their linguistic skills at the intermediate level. Students will also continue to work on their intercultural learning skills.

Note:  Students with a competence in the language beyond the level of the course in which they are registered may be required to withdraw.

Prerequisites: Punjabi 12 (B) or PUNJ 2200 or assessment by instructor

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)