Vietnamese
4 courses · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
VIET 101 First Course in Vietnamese
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 80 - 90 hours lecture
This is the first course in Vietnamese with emphasis on understanding, speaking and reading the language of everyday life. In this interactive course, the elements of grammar are examined with practice in writing Vietnamese, using the subject matter relating to the culture and traditions. Basic language structures and vocabulary for communication are examined and explored in Vietnamese. This course may especially be of interest to students preparing for a career in education.
VIET 102 Second Course in Vietnamese
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 80 - 90 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- VIET 101 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is the second course in the Vietnamese language sequence. In this interactive course, students use listening, reading, speaking and writing at more complex levels. The students further develop their receptive and productive competencies to the intermediate low or mid level. The elements of grammar are examined with practice in writing Vietnamese, using the subject matter relating to the culture and traditions. This course is intended for students interested in languages and for those interested in further academic study of Vietnamese.
VIET 201 Third Course in Vietnamese
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 80 - 90 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- VIET 102 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This is an intermediate course and it is the third in the Vietnamese language sequence. In this interactive course, students use the language through speaking, listening, reading, and writing at the intermediate level. More complex language structures and vocabulary for communication are examined and explored as well as the literary and historical aspect of Vietnamese culture.
VIET 290 Independent Study in Vietnamese
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 48-162 hours other
This course is for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in Vietnamese. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. In this course students will have a written contract with their instructor for activities such as: preparing problem analysis, engaging in primary research, preparing reports, and meeting with the instructor at specific intervals.